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.
Sprawl and Climate Change Force Sled Race to Evolve
<p>The infamous 1,100-mile Iditarod sled dog race course has been adjusted due to urban sprawl moving into the traditional course route.</p>
The Era of the 'Ghost Mall'
<p>A slowing economy will lead to the era of the 'ghost mall', according to this article from <em>Slate</em>.</p>
When Pieces of National Parks Go on Sale, U.S. Can't Pay
Funding shortages are leaving officials at the national parks with little or no power to acquire new lands, enabling private interests to buy up sensitive lands before they can be protected federally.
High-Speed Rail Network Push Blurs European Borders
<p>Efforts to improve Europe's network of high-speed rail systems may also result in loosened border crossing rules.</p>
Reserach Shows Misconceptions About Trees and Street Safety
<p>Engineers have cited safety concerns in advising against tree planting along streets, but recent research shows that the rare tree-lined street may be less dangerous than the much more common street lined with parked cars.</p>