NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg
Philanthropies today released its Global Atlas of Autonomous
Vehicles (AV) in Cities, a comprehensive, first-of-its kind map
that shows how city governments around the globe are preparing for
the transition to AVs. As of today, the project highlights 53
cities working towards the transformation to a driverless future by
hosting industry tests, organizing their own pilots and developing
proactive policies and plans. The map will be updated
regularly with new developments and cities are invited to submit
their work. The Atlas will be a critical resource for cities to
learn from one another and share best practices.
The Atlas was developed as a key piece of the Bloomberg Aspen
Initiative on Cities and Autonomous Vehicles. The Initiative
promotes knowledge-sharing and collective action worldwide so that
cities can play an active role in shaping the future of autonomous
technologies. The Atlas allows local leaders to gain visibility
into developments in AVs across the globe, as well as the focus and
status of pilot programs and their respective successes. Bloomberg
Philanthropies has been collecting and synthesizing that data for
the map as part of an ongoing effort to equip cities for the
transition to a driverless future.
"Cities will play a pivotal role as the world moves towards a
driverless future," said James
Anderson, the head of Bloomberg Philanthropies' Government
Innovation program. "Cities are stronger when they learn and act
together, and this map provides cities with information critical to
their own success through this transition. This map will serve as
an important knowledge-sharing tool, providing cities with what's
needed to not only have a seat at the table during this
transformation but be leaders of it."
According to the Atlas, AV programs are taking shape in 53
cities that represent nearly every continent. Of these 53, 35
cities including Austin,
Washington, Paris, Helsinki and London are already piloting projects. Another
18 cities, such as Los Angeles,
Nashville, Tel Aviv, Buenos
Aires and Sao Paulo, are
undertaking long-range surveys or assessing the regulatory,
planning and governance implications of AVs. Bloomberg
Philanthropies will track the work of cities across the globe and
will update the map with new AV pilots and policymaking efforts
that feature a significant role from local government.
Cities were selected for the Atlas based on evidence that the
city government is setting goals, mobilizing resources, and
providing oversight and evaluation for AV efforts.
The Bloomberg Aspen Initiative on Cities and Autonomous Vehicles
is Bloomberg Philanthropies' latest Government Innovation offering.
Government Innovation equips mayors and other city leaders with the
tools and techniques they need to solve urban challenges and
improve citizens' lives.
The Atlas was produced with support from Bits and Atoms,
including research and design by Anthony
Townsend and Bryan Boyer.
To explore the Global Atlas of AVs in Cities, please visit
http://avsincities.bloomberg.org.
About Bloomberg Philanthropies
Bloomberg Philanthropies works in over 120 countries around the
world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of
people. The organization focuses on five key areas for creating
lasting change: Arts, Education, Environment, Government
Innovation, and Public Health. Bloomberg Philanthropies encompasses
all of Michael R. Bloomberg's
charitable activities, including his foundation and his personal
giving. In 2016, Bloomberg Philanthropies distributed $600 million. For more information, please
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Media Contacts
Bloomberg Philanthropies, Rebecca
Carriero, (212) 205-0182 | rebeccac@bloomberg.org
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