Environment
'Pay-as-you-throw' Waste Management
A new solid-waste collection system is called "pay as you throw" which charges customers by the amount of trash they dispose of.
Planning For Transit That Protects Air Quality
The Federal government could help communities better plan for transportationthat protects air quality.
Book Review: Cradle To Cradle
Growth is necessary in nature. They key is pursuing the right kind of growth.
To Build A Bridge With Recycled Plastic
Engineers are building a 400-foot bridge entirely from recycled plastic.
The Economics Of Recycling
Talk of the Nation host Neal Conan looks at how towns are making recylcing work.
Fire Threatens Giant Sequoias
Giant Sequoias, some up to 1500 years old, are threatened by a forest fire. The debate over how to care for them rages.
Everglades Project Rules To Be Strengthened
Some environmentalists say new rules are an "improvement."
Landmark CA Law May Affect All U.S Drivers
New legislation is aimed at reducing amount of greenhouse gases generated by passenger vehicles.
Too Many Environmental Mandates?
The balance among farmers, cities and wildlife is a tenuous one -- especially in Southern California.
Proposed Water Standard Changes Rile Environmentalists
The last time Florida regulators sought public comment on a proposal affecting the future of the state's water bodies, agency officials had to beat a hasty retreat after 30 days of public outcry.
Eco-friendly Bus Shelters
Eco-friendly bus shelters in New Delhi use solar energy and come equipped with a rain water harvesting facility.
Sierra Club's Power Lunch: An End To Fossil Fuels?
Sierra Magazine's cover story features a "power lunch" with energy executives and environmentalists to address national energy policy.
Largest 'Green' Development In U.S.
Harlmen will be home to a groundbreaking, energy-efficient, affordable multifamily housing condominium using "smart" technologies.
Senate Approves Nevada Nuclear Waste Site
Nevada's Yucca Mountain has won the dubious distinction as the nation's dumping site for nuclear waste. Lawsuits are planned.
GAO: ANWR Cleanup Costs Not Counted
A report by the General Accounting Office says oil firms haven't earmarked as much a $6 billion in future cleanup costs as a result of drilling near the drilling in the nearby Arctic National Wildlife Refuge park.
Greener Growth With Cleaner Coal
Growth without harming the environment is possible.
What Defines 'Wise Use' Of Public Land?
How do we balance economic values and environmental sensisbilities for public lands?
Brownfields Are Looking Greener
States and municipalities have begun to take a more active approach to redevelopment of contaminated sites.
Nuclear Waste Accident Analysis For 20 Cities
Report analyzes the impact of a nuclear waste transportation accident in 20 major U.S. cities.
Deadline Missed On Water Security Pact
Delay could spell trouble for international agreement to safeguard Great Lakes.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
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Appalachian Highlands Housing Partners
Mpact (founded as Rail~Volution)
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
City of Portland
City of Laramie
