United States

Landscape Urbanism

The objective is to create a seamless green urban fabric: fusion, rather than division, is the order of the day.

August 6, 2001 - Urban Land Magazine

A Demographic 'Snapshot' Of The Nation

U.S. Census Bureau released statistics based on a national survey that provide a detailed look at the major trends shaping the nation.

August 6, 2001 - The Washington Post

Lifestyle Centers: A Hot New Trend

Big developers say lifestyle centers are too small to bother with. But consumers love them.

August 6, 2001 - International Council Of Shopping Centers

HUD Pushes Homeownership Over Renting

The Bush administration's housing policy, which emphasizes homeownership for the poor over rental assistance, plans to scale back funding for low-income tenants and could intensify the shortage of affordable housing in cities.

August 6, 2001 - The Boston Globe

Don't Build Big Homes

Americans should embrace houses that satisfy their real needs, and not mansion houses or castles designed to make a statement.

August 5, 2001 - Fast Company

Are Eco-friendly Buildings The Future?

Developers, architects and planners are working together to build the next generation of modern buildings -- eco friendly green buildings.

August 4, 2001 - National Association Of Realtors

Plan To Change Missouri River Flow Abandoned

A controversial proposal to change the flow of the Missouri River to protect endangered wildlife has been abandoned.

August 4, 2001 - The Washington Post

The Real New Economy Is Based On Sustainability

The contrast between the new new economy of clean tech and the "old" New Economy couldn't be greater.

August 3, 2001 - Whole Earth

Four Big Environmental Myths Debunked

Author and statistician Bjorn Lomborg argues that the fears of environmentalists about human activity destroying the planet are unfounded. He describes four major environmental fears and presents evidence to support his arguments.

August 3, 2001 - The Economist

Preventing Forest Fires: Bring Back The Buffalo

The assumption that forest fires are a part of a "natural cycle" is partly wrong, says Michael Lind, and offers a solution for preventing forest fires that endanger homes and lives.

August 3, 2001 - National Geographic

Prisons: The New Economic Engine For Rural Towns?

Rural towns in the U.S. are turning to prisons as a "recession-proof form of economic development."

August 2, 2001 - The New York Times

Top 15 Wired Cities

Facilities News publishes their list of the top 10 cities for relocation or expansion if you need state-of-the-art connectivity.

August 2, 2001 - Facility City

The Missing Elms Of America

America's stately elms were almost wiped out by a disease in the 1960s. An effort is underway to bring them back.

August 1, 2001 - The Washington Post

The Importance Of Place

Location plays a bigger role in entrepreneurial success and economic development than previously known.

August 1, 2001 - Inc. Magazine

The Argument For Raising Fuel-efficiency Standards

A report released by the National Academy of Sciences says existing technology can improve fuel-efficiency in vehicles by up to 35%, at little cost to the motorist.

August 1, 2001 - The Seattle Times

HHS To Focus On Rural Programs

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services promises to have a new focus on rural programs.

August 1, 2001 - U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services

Urban Refugees Drowning Small Towns

A national transformation is taking place as small towns in the U.S. struggle to survive the onslaught urban and suburban refugees. Experts say lack of planning makes the problem worse.

July 31, 2001 - The Seattle Times

The Plight Of Small Town America

While some towns struggle to attract new industry and keep a town square alive, others try to slam the brakes on growth, as roads, sewers and schools strain under the load of new homes and families.

July 31, 2001 - The Seattle Times

Urban Sprawl: U.S. Can Learn From Germany

University of Maryland professor Roger Lewis discusses Germany's smart growth strategies and compares the results with urban sprawl in the U.S.

July 30, 2001 - The Washington Post

Top Ten Trends For Online Communities

Online communities are theoretically online gathering places to create a "virtual community." The reality is quite different.

July 29, 2001 - Online Community Report

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.

Top Books

An annual review of books related to planning.

Top Schools

The definitive ranking of graduate planning programs.

100 Most Influential Urbanists

The who's who of urbanism, according to Planetizen readers.

Urban Planning Creators You Should Know

A short list of voices on social, video, and podcasting platforms.