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Global Cities Network To Fight Climate Change
Cities from around the world -- including the U.S. which rejected the Kyoto treaty -- will form a network to share information about climate change.
Historic Preservation In The Midst Of Skyscrapers
An unchecked building blitz in China's largest cities is destroying the landscape of historic cities.
Oregon ' Odd Couple' Promote Biofuel
A conservative Republican radio talk-show host and a liberal environmental consultant for an unlikely partnership to promote biofuel.
The Business Value Of Form-based Zoning
If we want to improve our cities, we should start by throwing away the traditional municipal zoning code.
A New Competitor To The American Dream
Neal Peirce compares the American Dream with Europe's achievements.
Feds Opposes New Maryland Highway Construction
Maryland county approves the construction a new highway despite public protest and environmental concerns.
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.
New Urban Investment Fund
A new fund unveils a new partnership for new investment in old cities.
Pattern Map: Building A Sustainable Economy
An interactive graphic maps the complex relationship between equity, ecology, and the economy.
An Interview With SCI-Arc Director Eric Owen Moss
The LA Downtown News interviews the director fo the Southern California Institute of Architecture, Eric Owen Moss, on how the school fits into its new location in Downtown L.A.
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.
Greenwich's Missing Olmsted Park
A Parks and Recreation manager discovers an original Olmsted plan for a local park.
Will EPA Objections Block Intercounty Connector?
EPA weighs in their objections and concerns regarding proposals for Maryland’s Intercounty Connector (ICC) construction.
Chicago's Cabrini-Green Projects To Come Down
Chicago is tearing down the historic and notorious Cabrini-Green projects, to much protest by residents.
Why I Don't Love Richard Florida
In classifying a whole host of occupations as "creative," our leading pop economist overstates the influence of urban professionals.
Can The Supreme Court Stop The Spread Of Blight?
Reason magazine weighs in on the troubling implications of Kelo v. New London. Will any property be secure?
Will Global Warming Lead to Global Warring?
Climate change appears to be the driving force behind conflicts in some parts of Africa. If the developing world wants to head off such conflicts, cutting emmissions must be a priority.
Kelo V. New London: The Insider's View
Slate offers a blow-by-blow account of the oral arguments and props offered in Kelo v. New London, the eminent domain case heard by the Supreme Court.
Property Rights Vs. Anti-Sprawl Laws
Across the nation property rights interests are colliding with anti-sprawl laws
Designer Bus Shelters In Chicago, Sydney
With a potential market of $1 billion over 20 years, designer bus shelters are hot, and can be a good source of advertising revenue for cities.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
Tyler Technologies
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Chaddick Institute at DePaul 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.
