News

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Submitted on November 6, 2018 - 11am

Remarks from Prime Minister Abe, STS Founder Koji Omi, former U.S. DOE Secretary Ernest Moniz, and Toyota Chairman Takeshi Uchiyamada at the recent STS Forum in Kyoto. They all highlighted the great advancements in science and technology to unlock the Fourth Industrial Revolution, but warned against the downsides of disruption.

Sup. Sheila Kuehl
Submitted on October 14, 2018 - 5pm

In November, Los Angeles County voters will decide on a proposed parcel tax to fund regional infrastructure projects for stormwater capture. Supervisor Sheila Kuehl describes the importance of stormwater capture to a holistic water management strategy for the region.

Lilly Shoup
Submitted on October 14, 2018 - 5pm

Lyft Senior Director of National Transportation Policy Lilly Shoup shares how Lyft is progressing on public-private partnerships in Los Angeles County, and integrating active transportation technologies.

Gov. Gavin Newsom
Submitted on October 14, 2018 - 5pm

California Lieutenant Governor and gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom spoke about building an innovation economy, rapidly advancing transportation technologies, addressing the volatility of the tax system, and protecting California’s role as a leader on environmental protection.

Mayor London Breed
Submitted on September 27, 2018 - 1pm

San Francisco Mayor London Breed and Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala highlight their efforts to reduce waste at the Global Climate Action Summit.

Tim McOsker
Submitted on September 27, 2018 - 1pm

Tim McOsker, CEO of AltaSea, joins VX News to provide an update on the efforts to build a bluetech innovation campus at the Port of Los Angeles.

Terry Tamminen
Submitted on September 26, 2018 - 11am

Tamminen provides an overview of the Foundation’s numerous initiatives, including investing in water security, funding litigation on behalf of the Public Trust Doctrine, and providing grants for marine and ocean projects.

Ron Nichols
Submitted on August 13, 2018 - 6pm

As wildfires and extreme weather conditions ravage California, a recent CityAge convening brought together utility experts from around Southern California to discuss how to build a more resilient region.

John Chiang
Submitted on August 13, 2018 - 3pm

The Treasurer hopes that the report, entitled Growing the U.S. Green Bond Market: Actionable Strategies and Solutions, will inspire more jurisdictions to invest in green bonds.

Mary Nichols
Submitted on August 13, 2018 - 3pm

CARB Chair joins VX News in light of the Trump Administration's attack on California's waiver to set GHG and clean car standards.

Submitted on July 27, 2018 - 5pm

Asm. Laura Friedman joins VX News to explain how recent legislation codifies many of the goals of Governor Brown's Water Action Plan.

Steve Olson
Submitted on July 27, 2018 - 5pm

Stephen Cheung and Steve Olson provide an overview of the World Trade Center-LA's recent FDI report.

Michael Picker
Submitted on July 27, 2018 - 5pm

VX News presents an overview of the current debate over the California strict liability regime that holds electric utilities liable for damages stemming from wildfires.

Carla Peterman
Submitted on July 17, 2018 - 1pm

CPUC Commissioner Peterman provides an update on California's electric vehicle push, plans to integrate more battery storage, and the future of the CPUC.

Sara Neff
Submitted on July 16, 2018 - 5pm

Sara Neff, Senior Vice President of Sustainability for Kilroy, joined VX News to discuss Kilroy's recent groundbreaking in Hollywood and the latest in resilient design for buildings.

Jim Wunderman
Submitted on July 16, 2018 - 4pm

After passing a multi-county ballot measure to fund San Francisco Bay restoration and resilience projects, the Bay Area Council is launching a resilience initiative for the rest of the state.

James Butts
Submitted on July 16, 2018 - 4pm

Inglewood Mayor James Butts provides an update on the city's Hollywood Park stadium development, public transportation investments, and the city's business-friendly environment.

Jerry Meral
Submitted on May 10, 2018 - 3pm

California voters are being presented with two upcoming water bond propositions in the June and November elections. VX News sat down with Gerald Meral, official proponent of the November Water Bond, to discuss what his bond would prioritize.

Rep. Earl Blumenauer
Submitted on May 10, 2018 - 3pm

Oregon Congressmember Earl Blumenauer returns to VX News to explain why infrastructure issues are so difficult to tackle under the Trump administration, and shares his most urgent priorities: funding road maintenance through a higher gas tax and, eventually, a road user charge; passing a farm bill that ensures nationwide access to clean water and healthy food; and helping a growing number of states capitalize on the newly legal cannabis industry.

Mayor Eric Garcetti
Submitted on May 10, 2018 - 3pm

At the Milken Global Conference 2018, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti introduced former Vice President Al Gore to present on “The Sustainability Revolution: Seizing the Investment Opportunity of Our Generation.”