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A Different Environmental Agenda

Ed Marston wonders how the western U.S. will change in a slowing economy.

October 14 - Grist Magazine

A New Plan For Louisville Estate

The largest piece of undeveloped property in Louisville would be developed over the next 25 years under a plan that includes mixed use developments and green space.

October 14 - Louisville Courier-Journal

2001 HUD Hope VI Revitalization Awards Announced

HUD Hope VI Revitalization Awards go to Phoenix, AZ, Macon, GA, Chicago, IL, Portland, OR, Atlanta, GA, Kind County, WA, and Boston, MA.

October 14 - HUD News

More Renovation Projects In Slowing Economy

An interview with architect Martin Santini, founder of the architectural firm Ecoplan that specializes in business renovation.

October 14 - Environmental News Network

Bill Requires Developers To Prove Water Availability

A new California law requires developers to prove there is enough water available for new homes.

October 13 - Environmental News Network


Housing Costs Increasing In Canada

Survey shows majority of Canadian developers expect costs increases in the next twelve months.

October 13 - Inman News

Russian Forests Disappearing

A study that mapped European Russia using satellite imagery reveal the loss of forests in the region.

October 13 - BBC News


Trains Flourishing As An Alternative To Flying

Many see trains as a viable alternative to air travel.

October 13 - Environmental News Network

Impact Of Terrorism On Real Estate

Experts say real estate in Washington D.C. faces a serious economic risk in the aftermath of the Sept. 11th terrorist attacks.

October 13 - GlobeSt.com

The Environment After Sept. 11th

Will the political repercussions of the Sept. 11th attacks help the environment?

October 13 - Grist Magazine

Can Ecotourism Save Peru's Rainforest?

Ecotourism effort in Peru involves local community.

October 12 - Environmental News Network

Protecting Drinking Water From Terrorists Attacks

The U.S. government forms a water protection task force to protech drinking water in the nation.

October 12 - Environmental News Network

Town Fights Location Of Cellular Tower And Wins

Town officials were hoping to see the tower removed but never thought it would actual happen.

October 12 - Worcester Telegram & Gazette

Environmental Concerns At World Trade Center Site

A month after the collapse of the World Trade Center towers, New Yorkers are concerned about air quality and exposure to asbestos around the site of the tragedy.

October 12 - Environmental News Network

Learning The Importance Of High-Speed Rail

Rod Diridon says high-speed rail is the "most prudent approach" for California and advocates a high-speed rail network connecting the state's major cities.

October 12 - Contra Costa Times-Walnut Creek

Expanding Affordable Housing Through Inclusionary Zoning

This paper examines the effectiveness of inclusionary zoning programs as tools for not only providing affordable housing, but also ensuring that such housing is built throughout a jurisdiction.

October 12 - The Brookings Institution

California Bill Aims To Close Land Loophole

A California bill awaiting approval is aimed at closing a state law loophole that, according to the bill supporters, that enables speculators to earn profits at the expense of taxpayers and not-for-profit groups.

October 12 - San Jose Mercury News

The New California Gold Rush

How land speculators are exploiting a loophole in state law to "make millions at taxpayers expense."

October 12 - The San Francisco Chronicle

Mayors To Chair Urban Revitalization Venture

The newly-created CitiesFirst Task Force is designed to encourage economic growth through the thoughtful use of urban land.

October 12 - US Conference of Mayors

Housing Market Cooling Down

In Boston, the once red-hot rental market is experiencing a serious downturn -- creating a renter's market unheard for years.

October 12 - The Boston Globe

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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.