United States
The Newest Trends In Malls
The new "lifestyle center" may soon combine the best of past and present shopping experiences.
Does Smart Growth Cause Traffic Congestion?
Wendell Cox argues that anti-sprawl measures lead to higher home prices and traffic congestion.
Satellites Help Planners Understand Sprawl
Urban planners and state agencies are using satellite-based imaging technology to learn more about urban sprawl, runoff, water quality, and other planning issues.
The Politics of Free-Market Environmentalism
The free-market approach to environmentalism is slowly winning supporters.
Diversity Linked To Tech Success
This survey finds that diversity - measured by the proportion of gay couples, artists, and foreign-born residents - is an important indicator of a metropolitan area's strength in high-technology businesses.
An Emerging Open Space Revolution
City residents are increasingly willing to tax themselves for open space.
Green Interior Architecture
Architects are beginning to design buildings that can be cleaned efficiently and safely.
Increasing Supply Will Not Solve Energy Crisis
Evar D. Nering, a mathematics professor,explains why increasing supply will not solve the nation's energy crises.
Best Places In 2001
Forbes Magazine and the Milken Institute publish their annual list of the best places in the U.S.
Does Sprawl Cause Obesity?
Is there a link between community design and health?
Why Mass Transit Is In Trouble
If the benefits of mass transit are well known, why are Canadian transit agencies in trouble?
Legislative Planning Update
The American Planning Association publishes its regular update on legislative and public policy issues of interest to planners.
Are Cities Abusing The Power Of Eminent Domain?
In this op-ed, the author wonders if our forefather's definition of "public use" included casinos, auto plants, shopping malls and health clubs.
Erosion In China Creates Dust Storms Over U.S.
Desertification of farmlands in China is responsible for dust-storms over neighboring countries and the U.S.
Northwest Logging Halted
Appeals court halts logging in the Northwest to protect fish.
Towns Oppose Cleanup Plan For Endangered River
The Hudson River, contaminated with cancer-causing pollutants, placed fourth on a recent list of the nations endangered rivers. Towns along the river oppose a plan to cleanup the river.
Construction Scaffolding: Bamboo Vs. Steel
In Hong Kong, building construction crews use bamboo instead of steel to construct scaffolding up to 50 stories high.
A 'Dumb' Version Of Smart Growth?
The Sierra Club of Canada criticizes Ontario's Premier Mike Harris for his policies and abuse of the term "Smart Growth."
Bush Promises Funds For National Parks
President Bush announces increased spending for national parks and calls for the creation of "stewardship plans."
Website Accessibilty Law Deadline Approaches
A federal law requiring federal government websites to be accessible to persons with disabilities will take effect on June 21, 2001.
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.
New York City School Construction Authority
Village of Glen Ellyn
Central Transportation Planning Staff/Boston Region MPO
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
