Nate Berg
Nate Berg is a former contributing editor for Planetizen and a freelance journalist.
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Nate Berg is a former contributing editor for Planetizen and a freelance journalist. He has contributed to The New York Times, National Public Radio, Wired, Fast Company, Metropolis, Next American City, Dwell, the Christian Science Monitor, the Guardian, and Domus, among others. Nate studied print journalism and environmental planning at the University of Southern California. He lives in Los Angeles.
Free Transit Day Brings No Boost To Ridership
<p>Public transit ridership saw little or no change in the San Francisco Bay Area earlier this week when transit agencies offered free rides as part of a "Spare the Air" campaign.</p>
Mobility A Crucial Element For Economic Development
<p>In looking at both developed and developing countries, this article argues that mobility and transportation infrastructure are essential to successful economic development.</p>
Many Fear UK Housing Plan Will Create Sprawl
<p>A severe housing shortage is facing England, but some fear sprawl will result from a government plan to build 3 million homes by 2020.</p>
City Opposed As Struggling Neighbor Seeks Merger
<p>Facing the possibility of not being able to afford service by county sheriffs, the city of West Park, Florida, is hoping to forfeit its cityhood and join up with neighboring Pembroke Park. But Pembroke Park is less than enthusiastic about a merger.</p>
Rebirth In Barcelona
<p>With large investments made in refurbishing and emphasizing its waterfront in recent years, Barcelona has set off on a path towards rejuvenation -- bringing in many foreigners and a surge of young, creative professionals.</p>