Bridges: The Unsung Heroes of the U.S. Economy
Oftentimes, the most important cogs in the economic machine are the ones taken for granted. In the United States – an aspect of its economy [...]
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Mileage Out of Methane
As we continue to explore the frontier of alternative fuels further, let’s shift our focus to another promising combustible option: compressed natural gas (CNG), a […]
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Infrastructure Supporting Electric Vehicles
As we navigate the alternative fuels landscape, the electric vehicle (EV) sector stands out with its rapid advancement and unwritten future. Highlighting this shift, a […]
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Improving the Safety of Pipeline Water Crossings
While oil spills and pipeline leaks grab headlines, their notoriety is generally a sign of the rarity of accidents. The accidents that do occur can […]
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Biodiesel on the Roads
In an era where the whispers of climate change have escalated into urgent innovations, the quest for sustainable fuel alternatives has never been more sought. […]
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FRA Misunderstands Aii Analysis
This month, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) issued a long-awaited final rule on crew sizes. A similar rule had been proposed a decade before, withdrawn by […]
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Microreactors & EV Charging
Imagine the freedom of driving an electric vehicle without the constant worry of running out of juice. Yet, for many drivers, range anxiety looms large. […]
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A Matter of Eminent Importance
“This is my land.”“This vital infrastructure is needed!”“You can’t just impose your will, I have rights!”“You can’t hold out forever. We’ll pay you for it.”“It [...]
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Electric Vehicles: Future or Fantasy?
Electric vehicle ownership in the United States is growing at a rapid pace. In 2022, 8 percent of new vehicle sales domestically were electric cars, […]
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Aii Applauds Bipartisan Safety Commitment in PIPES Act
For Immediate Release December 8, 2023 Contact: Benjamin Dierker, bdierker@aii.org Aii Applauds Bipartisan Safety Commitment in PIPES Act WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 8, 2023) […]
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New Rail Report Offers Policymakers Insight into Train Length
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Washington, D.C. (August 7, 2023) – The Alliance for Innovation and Infrastructure (Aii) published its latest report Monday, Evaluating Train Length: Mitigating [...]
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Federal Government Push Away from Diesel Buses
The Department of Transportation under the Biden administration recently announced $1.7 billion in federal grants will be awarded to regional transit agencies so that they […]
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How the I-95 Collapse Could Affect Passenger Rail
On Sunday, June 11th, 2023, at 6:20am a tanker truck carrying 8,500 gallons of gasoline crashed underneath a raised portion of I-95 in Northern Philadelphia, […]
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A Longer View on Longer Trains: Part 2 Costs
In this blog series, we are tackling the question of what longer trains mean for the United States and the world. We are using three […]
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What is Causing 1,000 Derailments Each Year?
In one of his early responses to the derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg referenced the apparent common phenomenon of derailments in […]
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