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World's Leading Energy-Efficient Nation
Having already made "tremendous achievements" in energy efficiency, the country with the world's second largest economy, is embarking on a new phase.
Stunning Vista Or Luxury Mountain Homes?
An environmentalist-turned developer wants to build luxury homes on a pristine route to the Mt. Whitney trailhead.
Live, Work, Play: Meeting The Demand For Mixed-Use Development
Atlanta developers are scrambling to meet the growing demand for mixed-use development. Do they really know what they're doing?
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Why Brazil Is Turning To Open Source Software
BBC reports that government agencies and state-run enterprises in Brazil are <a href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/4602325.stm">switching</a> from Microsoft Windows to open source alternatives. According to a source cited in the story, the primary motivation is economics. The Brazilian government estimates it could save $120m a year by switching and is considering making the use of open source software compulsory for government. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />
Seeking Grandeur On Grand
Related has unveiled preliminary plans for L.A.'s crucial Grand Avenue project. Urban design journalist Morris Newman is underwhelmed.
China's Dangerous Love Affair With Cars
Already heavily polluted, China's cities face a troubling picture of many more cars on the roads in coming years.
Is Gentrification Really A Threat?
Should the social virtues of urbanism and new investment in cities get washed out in the hue and cry over gentrification?
Melbourne's Transportation Crisis And How To Solve It
A plan for reinvigorating the Australian city's transportation network.
The Growth In Ecoterror
No deaths are attributed to 'ecoterror' cases, but authorities see growing use of explosives.
Defining The New Ruralism
Peter S. Rummell, CEO of The St. Joe Company, outlines a vision for the development of new real estate products based on a concept he calls 'the New Ruralism'.
Remaking Fort Lauderdale
The Florida city once known for rowdy spring-break parties redefines itself as the second gateway to Latin America (after Miami).
UN Calls for Greener Cities
At a San Francisco event to mark World Environment Day, 50 international mayors set sights on international standards for green urbanism.
Streetlights Sit Unused For 15 Years
32 antique-style poles installed in downtown LA in 1990 as part of a beautification project are finally turned on.
Supercity: Living In Legoland
An artist and writer assembles a metropolis of his own imagination using children's building kits.
A City Of Neighborhoods
Ventury, CA city manager Rick Cole says great cities are built from the neighborhood up.
An Interview With Alex Garvin
Smart City Radio interviews Alex Garvin on planning for the Olympics to Atlanta's Beltline.
Push For University Employees To Become Home Owners
Albany institutions of higher education contribute funds to lure workers to buy homes in near-campus neighborhoods.
Sydney's Public Transportation Behind The Times
Australia's top city deserves a world-class transportation system.
Atlanta's Beltway Plan Revealed
70 acres near Piedmont Park to be used for new mixed-living area.
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.
