Schenectady, NY
Municipality in New York
United States
Schenectady, NY adds Pathfinder software to police vehicles for improved patrol management
Pathfinder supports live mobile reports by officers about their patrol routes and notable community interactions. Officers on subsequent shifts can review reports on their tablets and patrol new areas within their assigned zones. Schenectady worked with local developer Transfinder on a three-month pilot involving three patrol cars. The pilot's success led to Pathfinder's installation across its 25-vehicle fleet in January 2023.
Schenectady, NY
United States
Schenectady, NY Community Virtual Power Plant program will retrofit homes with green technology
The city of Schenectady is preparing to launch the Community Virtual Power Plant program that will retrofit low-income households with green technology. The goal of the program is to reduce carbon emissions, generate energy, and lower the cost of living for residents. The Community Virtual Power Plant program will supplement the city's Home Ownership Made Easy (HOME) in Schenectady program by covering the costs of solar panels and battery energy storage units.
Schenectady, NY
United States
Schenectady, NY plans to retrofit 4,200 street lights with smart technology
The city plans to replace 4,200 street lights and retrofit them with smart technology. The project is considering multiple technological options including environmental scanners to collect weather data and 5G broadband and wireless internet connectivity deployment for residents.
Schenectady, NY
United States