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A Glimpse Of The Future of Transportation
Technology and transportation experts meet in San Francisco for the Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress.
China Hires U.K. Firm To Build Eco-Cities
China has hired a British engineering firm to design and build several self-sustaining cities.
A Brief History Of Downtown Department Stores In Los Angeles
Federated Department plans to consolidate Robinsons-May, leavinh Los Angeles without a major department store headquartered in the city for the first time in more than a century.
Is Planning Really Good For Philadelphia?
Do planners really have the best interest of the city in mind? Harris Steinberg refutes an Op-Ed by Michael Sklaroff which congratulates planners on their success in the city.
Modern Day Land Rush in Paradise
As land prices in Colorado mountain resorts spiral ever upward, real estate speculators are discovering old mining claims in nearby national forests are as good as gold.
Economic Development, MTV-Style
Laguna Beach is the venue for a popular new MTV teen reality show. The community has been catapulted into national prominence, but perhaps not with the image it wants.
Why Commuter Rail Doesn't Work For Modern Multipolar Cities
Why express buses are a better commuter solution than heavy rail in Houston.
Conservation Vs. Recreation At National Parks
Two new proposals that would give private sectors control of national parks have sparked outrage among
Interview: Simmons -- The Coming Saudi Oil Shock
This well-connected industry insider has concluded that some of the world's largest oil beds may be on the verge of production collapse -- and he's willing to bet his much-vaunted career on it.
Is L.A.'s New Transit System An Accident Magnet?
The busway -- a unique roadway built like a light rail system -- is causing concern among commuters who say the buses are causing more traffic delays, and accidents.
Four Visions For Reconstructing The Big Easy
A collection of environmental, political, and academic leaders share their unique visions for reconstructing the Big Easy post-Katrina.
Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price
A new documentary, "Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price" examines the effect that governmental subsidies to Wal-Mart have on local communities.
Good Fences Make Good International Neighbors
A new immigration proposal in the House calls for an electronic fence to be built along the Mexico-U.S. border.
Infill Lots Disappearing In New York
Infill lots are now hot property in New York -- and developing them has forever changed the landscape of New York.
Wheels to Wealth: The Role of Auto Ownership in Reducing Poverty
Researcher suggests that to climb out of poverty, low income families need a car.
Developers Eye Boston Waterfront Seafood Hub
A group of local investors tentatively have their eye on restoring Boston's once prominent seafood industry.
New Book Examines Sprawl
A new book by Robert Bruegmann, "Sprawl: A Compact History", examines the history and impact of sprawl.
Rafi Elbaz Discusses His 'Homeless Shelter Kit'
Rafi Elbaz, designer of 'Life form's Kit of part Shelter' for the homeless in New York, sits down for a short interview about the project.
Connections Between Economic Development and Land Taxation
This article summarizes current research on relationships among economic development, infrastructure, and the tax system.
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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.
