Clement Lau is a planner and writer in Los Angeles. His articles have appeared in numerous publications, including Planning magazine, the California Planning & Development Report, PRB+ (Parks & Rec Business) magazine, and the National Recreation and Park Association’s Parks & Recreation magazine and Open Space blog.
Maui Wildfire Recovery, Two Years On
Two years after the Lahaina and Kula wildfires, hundreds of homes are under construction and community resilience is strong, though many survivors remain displaced and long to return home.
Green Schoolyards Gain Momentum Across Southern California
Fueled by new funding and community partnerships, these projects are replacing heat-trapping asphalt with trees and vegetation to create cooler, healthier school environments.
NYC Unveils First Comprehensive Greenway Plan in 30 Years
New York City’s Greater Greenways plan charts an ambitious, equity-focused expansion of its 500-plus-mile greenway network, aiming to connect more neighborhoods to parks, waterfronts, and safe, sustainable transportation options.
Monterey Park’s Blueprint for Equitable Parks
Monterey Park’s first-ever Parks System Master Plan offers a community-driven roadmap for creating more equitable, accessible, and vibrant public spaces.
Transforming Brownfields into a Regional Destination: The Rise of Origin Park
River Heritage Conservancy is transforming more than 400 acres of former junkyards, brownfields, and landfills in Southern Indiana into Origin Park, a nature and recreation destination that will honor the site’s history.