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The Network Behind Atlanta's Beltline
A look at the polical and business network behind Atlanta's biggest urban redevelopment proposal in decades.
Peter Raven: 'Hero Of The Planet'
Botanist Peter Raven, author of more than 480 books and papers and Director of Missouri Botanic Gardens talks about ecosystems and sustainable growth.
China's Global Search For Oil
Will China's thirst for oil lead to a possible showdown with the United States?
Security Mass Transit: Tactics And Technology
A review of the latest technology and tactics for protecting mass transit system from terrorist attacks.
The Endangered Species Act And Its Lessons
Los Angeles Times editorial reviews dramatic success stories as well as failures of the Endangered Species Act.
An Original 'American Utopia'
It's Disneyland's 50th birthday. Five decades after it was first launched, Walt Disney's dream has left a lasting impact on American culture.
Why We Need The Endangered Species Act
Los Angeles Time editorial argues that the Endangered Species Act is about more than preserving a few species.
Michigan Public Land Review Draws Praise, Little Criticism
In each county, DNR meets with public about its plans to keep or sell property
Senator Calls For Real Progress On Global Warming
New Mexico Sen. Jeff Bingaman on global warming and the energy bill.
The Next Napa Valley
Blue-collar Lake County, CA, wants to transform itself into the next Napa Valley. It's not alone.
Learning To Live In A Changing America
Floridians have to learn to adjust to a changing urban environment.
House Approves Nation's Costliest Waterway Navigation Project
Scientists and environmentalists oppose new Mississippi River locks.
World's Seven Newly Recognized Natural Wonders
Seven new natural wonders gain United Nations protected status.
Mexico City's Bus Rapid System
Will a "bus rapid" transit system be able to effectively deal with the transit demands of Mexico City?
Dubai 2010: A 'Monstrous Caricature of Futurism'
Mike Davis on Dubai's plans to become the "luxury-consumer paradise of the Middle East and South Asia."
Health Benefits Of Cobblestone Streets
A recent study finds that walking on cobblestone streets offers health benefits.
UPenn's 'Superblock Towers' Get Much Needed Facelift
Architect Daniel Kelley headed a team that modernized and softened the "Brutalist-style" campus dorm buildings.
Urban Garden On Top Of A Parking Garage
Developers and neighborhood gardners plan an urban garden on top of a parking structure.
Ten Years Of Mixed-Income Housing In Seattle
A look at the NewHolly HOPE VI public housing development, complete with successes and failures.
Seaside, Fla. Weathers Hurricane With Flying Colors
Florida officials say the neotraditional resort is one of the safest places on the Gulf of Mexico.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
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.
