Altamonte Springs, FL

Altamonte Springs, FL introduces autonomous shuttle service in Upper Altamonte with CraneRIDES pilot

Florida-based Beep will operate two autonomous shuttles on a 1.5-mile route during the pilot's first year. Commuters in Upper Altamonte board at four locations including Altamonte Mall and the Renaissance Center. Each shuttle has a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour and operates seven days a week. The three-year pilot co-funded by the state's Department of Transportation will double the fleet in the second year and expand services to the city's SunRail Station.

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Altamonte Springs, FL

United States

Game changing technology that transforms harmful algae and wastewater biosolids into biofuel

The City of Altamonte Springs announces a partnership with AECOM and Genifuel to conduct a demonstration using hydrothermal processing (HTP) to transform harmful algae and wastewater biosolids into carbon neutral biocrude and biogas. This technology offers a platform to help solve the renewable energy crisis by transforming raw materials into fuel for cars, jets, trucks and more. A display of this technology is taking place at the Altamonte Springs Regional Water Reclamation Facility

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Altamonte Springs, FL

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Altamonte Springs, FL draws on reclaimed water expertise for advanced warning of COVID-19 spikes

The city sends pre-treated water samples twice per week to university researchers for COVID-19 testing. Wastewater monitoring reveals likely locations for elevated cases by neighborhood up to one week in advance. A predictive model based on these samples informs public health guidance including protective equipment distribution. Altamonte Springs shares predictive data with hospitals, clinics, and neighboring governments for increased readiness.

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Altamonte Springs, FL

United States