United States

Economy Stimulus Package Should Include Transportation

Lawrence Mishel advocates that a government stimulus package aimed at helping the slowing economy should include investments in transportation.

October 19, 2001 - The American Prospect

New Line Proposed For Washington's Metro

Transit planners have unveiled a proposal to add a new subway line to Washington's Metro.

October 19, 2001 - The Washington Post

World's 101 Most Endangered Sites

The World Monuments Fund has released a list of 101 of the world most endangered sites.

October 19, 2001 - The Architects' Journal

Amtrak Returns To Maine As Train Popularity Soars

Train travel is increasing in popularity across the nation.

October 19, 2001 - The Boston Globe

Balancing Growth, Environment: Sweden Is Best

According to a report, Sweden does the best job of balancing growth and environment. European nations hold the first five positions.

October 19, 2001 - Environmental News Network

The Skyscraper Won't Die

Architects say that new skyscrapers may incorporate some design changes but the building form is an "American tradition" and will not die. A report from Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.

October 19, 2001 - St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Ford And EPA Working On New Hybrid Car

New technology being developed by the Ford Motor Company and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency could improve the fuel-efficiency of sport utility vehicles and light trucks.

October 19, 2001 - Environmental News Network

O-Train Starts Journey Towards Smart Growth

Ottawa, Canada, begins a new chapter in its transportation history with the debut of the O-Train

October 18, 2001 - The Ottawa Citizen

Green Factories Make Business Sense

Architect William McDonough designs eco-friendly offices and factories.

October 18, 2001 - The Christian Science Monitor

'The Great American Train Debate'

Neal Peirce writes about the need for a "shock-resistant transportation" system.

October 18, 2001 - The Washington Post Writers Group

The Many Meanings Of 'De-malling'

Tim Schooley writes about the different meanings of the term 'de-mall' and discusses the future of malls.

October 17, 2001 - Washington Business Journal

Amtrak's Surging Popularity

While many businesses suffered in the wake of the Sept. 11th attacks, Amtrak saw a 17 percent increase in ridership.

October 17, 2001 - The Denver Post

Book Review: Of Urban Destruction And Renewal

A review of "Preserving the World's Great Cities" by Anthony M. Tung. The book looks at the history of cities from a preservation and planning perspective.

October 17, 2001 - Business Week

Big Plans For High-Speed Trains

High-speed trains, already popular in Europe and Japan, are being considered in the U.S.

October 16, 2001 - Technology Review

Black Involvement In Environmental Movement Increases

Increased number of African-Americans are joining the environmental movement.

October 16, 2001 - Environmental News Network

New Stores Combine Shopping and Public Spaces

New store designs by top architects blur the line between retail and public cultural spaces.

October 16, 2001 - International Herald Tribune

Ottawa: A Blueprint For Growth

The Ottawa 20/20 Smart Growth Summit makes recommendations for managing growth in Ottawa, Canada.

October 15, 2001 - The Ottawa Citizen

Architect Joseph Stein Is Dead

American architect Joseph Allen Stein spent nearly half a century in India and designed some of it's most important modern buildings.

October 15, 2001 - The New York Times

Give Amtrak A Chance

The recent increase in ridership could boost support for Amtrak.

October 15, 2001 - The Christian Science Monitor

Amtrak's High-Speed Train Gains New Customers

The Acela Express, Amtrak's high-speed train service in the Northeast sees a 35% increase in ridership.

October 15, 2001 - MSNBC

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