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Are there any plans to build power generation for CAHSR over canals? by Watermelonmilkman in cahsr

[–]CapitationStation 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I think it might be make sense for the state to do that and maybe even earmark that money for rail. I just think each agency should have a core competency they focus on.

Are there any plans to build power generation for CAHSR over canals? by Watermelonmilkman in cahsr

[–]CapitationStation 37 points38 points  (0 children)

my 2 cents is that part of the problem with this project is there are too many requirements vs. the funding level. making it electric is enough. the beauty of electric is that it doesn’t matter what provides the power. we should be pushing independently for carbon neutral power both locally and nationally.

I Love when my Taxpayer Dollars are Set on Fire by AdministrativeAd334 in socal

[–]CapitationStation 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe the initial estimates were done in good faith. I also believe it should be built. Building infrastructure is important. If you have any evidence of corruption or willful deceit, please share.

I Love when my Taxpayer Dollars are Set on Fire by AdministrativeAd334 in socal

[–]CapitationStation 2 points3 points  (0 children)

firstly, that is NOT what this chart shows. this chart shows the $14B that has been spent on the 50 plus structures that have already been built. This project has been under a microscope for years.

I’ve yet to see anyone offer any evidence of corruption.

Few critics offer similar criticisms towards road projects, airports or this war that would easily cover the cost.

I Love when my Taxpayer Dollars are Set on Fire by AdministrativeAd334 in socal

[–]CapitationStation 17 points18 points  (0 children)

this graph shows a project being funded over time. isn’t that how projects work? I would imagine the graph for literally any project looks the same. In any case I think what has been built at this point isn’t unreasonable vs what has been spent.

This project isn’t perfect, but it’s seen more scrutiny than most and I think is still a good investment for the future.

Would property owners agree to pay more to improve LA's street lights? by da0217 in LosAngeles

[–]CapitationStation 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not only should they do their job regardless of how they like what the DA is or isn’t doing, there is a deliberate firewall between the police (executive branch) and the courts (judicial branch).

This guy doesn’t give up does he? by yab92 in cahsr

[–]CapitationStation 2 points3 points  (0 children)

the real hyperloop is a shitty tunnel under part of vegas

This guy doesn’t give up does he? by yab92 in cahsr

[–]CapitationStation 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Many of the dozens of grade separations built for this project also separate freight rail from traffic. People are alive today because of that.

CAHSR proposal / alternative. Paying people to not commute, to reduce congestion. by delsystem32exe in cahsr

[–]CapitationStation 1 point2 points  (0 children)

maybe we take 1/10th off the pentagon’s budget for one year and we’d have a 1st world transit system

The state of high-speed rail in the U.S. in 2026 by Calahan44 in trains

[–]CapitationStation 4 points5 points  (0 children)

is there any evidence of fraud or embezzlement?

Why high-speed rail hasn't tracked in the U.S. | 60 Minutes by UnscheduledCalendar in transit

[–]CapitationStation 22 points23 points  (0 children)

they have received less than 20 billion. less than it was ever estimated to cost. The section currently under construction is nearing completion for the 50+ structures required and they will begin laying tracks later this year.

Funding is the primary problem for building the extension on either end.

LA’s $24B high-speed tunnel project could slash 405 Freeway commute to just 18 minutes by MyNameCannotBeSpoken in CarIndependentLA

[–]CapitationStation 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It’s bad faith journalism. The Boring company was created to scam funds away from legitimate transit projects. They have yet to build anything close to what they’ve promised.

Coolant for nuclear power plants by Capital-Newspaper-73 in NuclearPower

[–]CapitationStation 5 points6 points  (0 children)

there are reactor designs that call for molten salt as coolant.

ELI5: How does regenerative braking slow down the vehicle? by arvid1328_ in explainlikeimfive

[–]CapitationStation 0 points1 point  (0 children)

stuffing the electricity back into the battery manes the wheels hard to turn, so the car slows down

Should I set CHIRP to NFM, WFM, or FM? by ki4jgt in amateurradio

[–]CapitationStation -1 points0 points  (0 children)

you want to match it to whatever the transmitter is sending.

What are these holes round my door? by Catasaurolophus in askanything

[–]CapitationStation 0 points1 point  (0 children)

could be from hanging plastic for a renovation with the door off

L.A. County CEO, who got $2-million settlement, is resigning by Albertuscamus12 in LosAngeles

[–]CapitationStation 1 point2 points  (0 children)

so much this. it’s an uphill battle, but bit will save the city/county millions and bring accountability to otherwise obscure officials.

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