Sustainability and Emissions Impact of Online Delivery Services in the US
Chamber of Progress
Economic Strategy
Chamber of Progress is a tech industry coalition dedicated to a progressive society, economy, workforce, and consumer climate. The Chamber supports public policies that foster a fairer, more inclusive country where all people benefit from technological advancements.
Fourth Economy and Steer worked with the Chamber to analyze the Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technologies that are transforming the automotive industry that will drive development and economic activity across traditional manufacturing regions. American companies have developed some of the most advanced AV technology to date, and billions have been invested in innovative AV companies. Despite this lead, the U.S. risks falling behind in AV public policy, which could harm economic competitiveness.
Our Approach
Our Approach
To help identify areas where AVs can potentially bridge the gap between high-tech innovation hubs and regions with a history of manufacturing-based economic activity, the Fourth Economy and Steer team identified states with a high concentration of existing automotive manufacturing and those with the highest potential for AV growth. We quantified employment growth projections based on AV adoption rates and provided recommendations for policymakers to prepare the workforce for future AV jobs.
The Results
The U.S. has the potential to become a major exporter of AVs, including vehicles, parts, technology, and expertise. With strong policy support and investment in workforce skills, the U.S. can become a leading manufacturer and exporter of AVs. To realize these opportunities and maintain leadership in AV development and deployment, the U.S. must:
Encourage further technology development.
Increase capital investment.
Establish a favorable regulatory framework.
The study quantifies the AV market opportunity, presents recommendations and promising practices to capture that opportunity, and highlights actionable steps for policymakers.
The final report is available here.
Location
National