Government / Politics
Bush's EPA Pick Comes With Outsider Insight
Stephen Johnson is praised by environmentalists but must serve an administration with focused on economic growth.
Bush Nominates New EPA Chief
President Bush nominates Stephen Johnson as the head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Fixing Los Angeles
Los Angeles was never designed to be a dense, East Coast or European-style city dominated by a strong central core.
America's Public Finances Cause Worry Abroad
If something major isn't done soon to solve the United States' intractable budget problems, the world will face an economic shakeup unlike anything ever seen before.
'Place-Based' Governance Needed for Canadian Cities
Today's public policy issues are playing out in cities; yet Canada's three levels of government have not made much progress toward adapting their programs and delivery mechanisms to this new reality.
Oregon ' Odd Couple' Promote Biofuel
A conservative Republican radio talk-show host and a liberal environmental consultant for an unlikely partnership to promote biofuel.
Bush Budget to Slash Renewable Energy
While China plans to increase its investments in renewable energy technology, the United States remains stuck in the oil age.
China to Mandate Renewable Energy
A new law passed in China's Legislature promises to boost the percentage of renewable energy used by utility operators.
Local 'Green' Economies Seen as Boost to Progressive Politics
Growing acceptance of local self-reliance, "green buildings" and alternative technologies indicates that new economic structures are more effective than protest in promoting environmental protection and social equity.
Canada's New Budget Gives Boost to Cities
Canadian cities will get a portion of the Federal gas tax to fund public transportation and other major infrastructure projects.
California's 'Lifestyle Bills'
Legislators have unveiled a package of proposals being called 'lifestyle bills' aimed at limiting sprawl, reducing traffic and increasing housing.
Study: Eminent Domain Used As First Resort, Not Last
A new report by the Reason Foundation finds that using eminentdomain often fails to help achieve economic development goals.
Why Do Fish & Wildlife Scientists Hate America?
Fish & Wildlife Service scientists report political pressure, distortion.
Cyclists' Critical Mass
A mayoral candidate rides with a controversial cyclists rights group during a monthly protest event.
Grassroots Groups Target Noise
Serenity is becoming more elusive as rural land is developed and densities rise; noise ordinances are being reconsidered.
Budget Slashes Community Development Block Grants
Deep cuts to community development have been titled the "Strengthening America's Communities Initiative."
Oil to Hit $65 per Barrel if Iran Attacked, Economist Warns
Repercussions to global economy could be worse than those of the Iraq war.
What Would Robert Moses Do?
The play "Boozy: The Life, Death, and Subsequent Vilification of Le Corbusier and, More Importantly, Robert Moses" opens Off-Broadway in New York this month.
Managing The Megalopolis
Can the mayor of São Paulo, South America's biggest city, steer it to a better future?
Demand For Oil In Asia Soaring
With increasing car use in India and China will come a surge in their need for oil. The potential volatility from such aggressive oil politics could bring China and India into conflict with Western, Japanese and other regional interests.
FREE Course: Walkable City 1: Why Walkability?
After describing his path towards focusing on walkability as the essence of good planning, Jeff Speck marches through his five principal reasons for making more walkable places.
Reinventing Malls: Planning Alchemy—Turning Gray Fields Into Gold
The course focuses on the opportunities and imperatives that shape reinvention of mall sites.
City of Rosemead
Rutgers University, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
One Hundred Miles
University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS)
Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY)
The Architects Foundation
City of Cambridge
Montrose County
The Pocatello Development Authority
