United States

US Economy Heading for 'Perfect Storm'

Economists warn that America has no better than a 10 percent chance of avoiding economic "armageddon."

November 26, 2004 - Boston Herald

Blue States to go Green?

In the wake of the election, many environmentalists are calling for a turn to state and local politics to achieve environmental goals.

November 25, 2004 - Truthout

Tolkien's House Designated A Landmark

Despite not having any special architectural features, the home of the famous author is given protected status.

November 25, 2004 - BBC News

Troubled Future For London's Tall Buildings?

The latest tall building completed in London is still only half full - how will other proposals coming forward fare?

November 25, 2004 - BBC News

Biofuels Will Not Solve Our Environmental Problems.

The widespread adoption of biofuels might reduce vehicle emissions, but it would also be a humanitarian and environmental disaster.

November 24, 2004 - The Guardian Unlimited

New 'Micros' Cast Deciding Vote In 2004 Election

Between the exurban and rural like the "Micropolitan" areas.

November 24, 2004 - USA Today

230mph Electric Car

Hiroshi Shimizu demonstrates his electric car 'Eliica'. It accelerates faster than a Porsche 911 Turbo, and can cruise 200 miles on a one hour charge.

November 24, 2004 - Drive.com.au

Get out of the Suburbs While You Can

The end of cheap oil is going to change everything: where you live, where you work and how you feed yourself, warns James Howard Kunstler.

November 24, 2004 - James Howard Kunstler

Exurbs Are Republicans' New Frontier

97 of the nation's 100 fastest-growing counties supported Bush, putting these exurban areas firmly on the political map.

November 24, 2004 - The Los Angeles Times

North America's Top 20 Neighborhoods

Project for Public Spaces selects the best spots to live, work, and hang out.

November 23, 2004 - Project For Public Spaces

Can Tesco's Architects Ever Satisfy The Critics?

The British supermarket giant Tesco has carefully designed some new superstores, but it's branches are still "breeding like shrink-wrapped rabbits."

November 23, 2004 - The Guardian Unlimited

Reviewing How The Government Misuses Eminent Domain

The Claremont Institute review's Steven Greenhut's book, "Abuse of Power: How the Government Misuses Eminent Domain."

November 23, 2004 - The Claremont Institute

Munich Citizens Vote To Preserve City Skyline

A plebiscite called by the Bavarian capital's residents has put an end to new high-rise blocks that have encroached on historic views of the city

November 23, 2004 - INTBAU

New Study On Obesity And Urban Design

A new $2.8 million effort will examine how better community design encourages people to be more physically active in their daily lives.

November 22, 2004 - U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services

Smart Growth Experts Gather To Discuss Growth Trends

National experts meet at the fourth Annual Big Sky or Sprawl Conference.

November 22, 2004 - Helena Independent Record

Does The U.S. Forest Service Lie?

Bizarre economic incentives encourage the U.S. Forest Service to cut timber and fight fires even if doing so makes no ecological sense.

November 22, 2004 - The Los Angeles Times

A Reality Show For Those Who Hate Ugly Architecture

A "reality" series will let viewers nominate ugly buildings and will conclude with the demolition of the ugliest building on live television.

November 22, 2004 - Opinion Journal

What Bush's Re-Election Means For Housing

Settlement cost-reform, increased regulation of Fannie Mae likely.

November 22, 2004 - The Baltimore Sun

Fighting Back on Sprawl: Land Trusts Increase Protected Acreage

In the last five years, land trusts around the country have doubled the land under their ownership or easement---a total of 9 million acres that conserves farmland, forests, coastal land and scenic vistas.

November 22, 2004 - Land Trust Alliance

Kyoto Protocol Start Date Finalized

The international treaty will become official on February 16, 2005.

November 21, 2004 - BBC News

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