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Reviving the post-industrial city without destroying it
Syracuse, New York in many ways resembles a typical once-industrial city that is past its prime. But is it, really? A superficial reading of the trends might lead one to say yes, it’s “shrinking”: the city’s population, which stood... Kaid Benfield
July 30, 2010
22 Smarter Cities Put Clean Energy on the Map
This week, NRDC released the “2010 Smarter Cities” list of 22 municipalities that are leading the way in green power, energy efficiency, and conservation. These cities are already testing out the solutions that will launch America into the 21st century... Frances Beinecke
July 29, 2010
Cincinnati students plan redevelopment area of Brazilian city for the next World Cup
OK, this has got to be just about the best student assignment I have ever heard of. Thirteen students from the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Art, Architecture and Planning have recently spent months – on... Kaid Benfield
July 29, 2010
Washington Post misses the point on inclusionary zoning
Earlier this week, The Washington Post featured an article by Jeffrey O’Connell headlined, “DC affordable housing policy has put up a goose egg.” The article casts a pall over the city’s new inclusionary zoning program, citing a city report to... Kaid Benfield
July 28, 2010
Le Tour reminds us why we love Paris
Surely the most majestic sight in all of sport that involves actual competition,* yesterday the peloton of Le Tour de France entered Paris en masse, led by the Astana team of deserving race winner Alberto Contador. By tradition,... Kaid Benfield
July 26, 2010
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Successful Debut Of Congestion Pricing On Bay Bridge
July 1 marked the $2 premium, commuter toll on the Bay Bridge, as well as new first-time charges for car pools on all Bay Bridges, and increased tolls ($5) on seven state-owned bridges. Congestion on Bay Bridge reduced by half during morning peak.
July 30, 2010
The Double O's Were the Hottest Years on Record
A National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Report published on Wednesday found that the last decade has been the hottest on record, and clearly points to the conclusion that our planet is warming.
July 30, 2010
Miami Approves 50-story Electronic Signs
The Miami City Commission has controversially approved a pair of 50-story electronic signs to be built atop a parking garage next to the City's Arsht Performing Arts Center.
July 30, 2010
'Next Exit for Transportation's Future' is Generally Banal
The latest planning exhibition at the Center for Architecture has a "certain 1970s openness, a live-and-let-live philosophy, a crunchy impression enhanced by the bicycles hanging in the Center’s double-height display window," says Alexandra Lange.
July 30, 2010
Better Transportation Options to Relieve Inequality in Latin America
Safe, reliable, affordable and sustainable public transport options could be integral in addressing inequality in Latin America.
July 30, 2010
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Tapped Out? Water Shortages from Climate Change Threaten 14 States by 2050
We don't realize how good we have it in the United States. Turn on the faucet and clean drinking water comes out. Maybe not the tastiest stuff, depending on where you live, but safe and amazing compared to what you'll find (and won't find) in some countries.
Or maybe we haven't been paying close enough attention. Water isn't as plentiful and inexhaustible as you might believe, even in the United States. And climate change threatens to make the situation worse, according to a new report by ...
July 25, 2010
House, Senate Intro Bills to Save Clean Energy-Green Jobs Program
On Thursday four senators introduced legislation that would re-vivify the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, which helps homeowners finance the high up-front costs of clean energy improvements and retrofits. This "cash for caulkers" program, financed with $150 million in federal stimulus funds, helps people cut their energy bills, curbs greenhouse gas pollution, and has created scores of family-wage-paying green jobs around the country.
PACE was on track to expand, but as ...
July 23, 2010
60 House Reps Urge Obama to Save Clean Energy-Green Jobs Program
Image: Weatherizing homes creates jobs, cuts energy bills, and reduces greenhouse gas pollution. Credit: © Rick Reinhard/Bread for the World/CCA-NA2.0
Et tu, Barack? 60 House of Representatives members have demanded that President Obama step in to save Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) -- the $150 million "cash for caulkers" program that has created green jobs around the country,...
July 21, 2010
California Sues Federal Mortgage Giants to Save Clean Energy Program
One week ago, the nation's largest mortgage guarantors put an effective, popular, and Obama administration-backed home energy efficiency program into a coma. Yesterday, California's attorney general sued them to revive it.
Jerry Brown, the Golden State's one-time governor and current A.G., filed suit on Wednesday against federal mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, as well as the Federal Housing Finance Agency (or FHFA, which...
July 15, 2010
Hot Enough For You? Wait Until 2050
Northeast: July Days Over 95 Degrees
This graphic shows a projection for the change in number of days with high temperatures of 95 degrees Fahrenheit or greater during the month of July by mid-century compared to today. The projection is based on a mid-range scenario and the mean change in temperature projected by an ensemble of models.
This graphic was originally published by...
July 7, 2010
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