Environment
Pave It Or Save It?
A new report examines the environmental, economic, and social impacts of sprawl in the East-of-Hudson New York City Watershed.
Seeking Solutions For The Water Crisis
Experts will convene at a conference -- Troubled Water: Exploring Solutions for the Water Crisis -- to discuss the problem of world water shortages.
Ten Most Endangered U.S. Rivers
American Rivers releases 2005 report of the nation's most endangered rivers.
Climate Change Changing Forests
Experts say climate change's impact could affect timber industry.
Green Vs. Coal: Where The West Begins
A showdown in the Nevada desert pits coal plant proponents against advocates of renewable resources. L.A.'s decision will shape the outcome.
Harvard Helps 'Keep Water Local'
Harvard University is using a new "smart" rainwater recovery system that helps it rcycle rainwater to conserve water and reduce pollution.
Green Buildings In New York
From high-rises to low-income housing, New York City is seeing a growth in green building projects.
Ecosystem Restoration A Massive And Growing Market
Previously a niche market, ecosystem restoration has surged in the past five years.
Heading Off Eco-Armageddon
A report on global 'ecosystems' should be used to spotlight ways for eco-restoration.
Kyoto Treaty's Business Opportunities
Even though the U.S. has not signed the Kyoto treaty on climate change, a program encourages businesses in Maine to benefit from the growing market for renewable energy products and services.
Three Sustainability Trends For 2005
Why sustainability is good for shareholder wealth.
Drilling In Alaskan Refuge Is 'Common Sense'
Environmental activists are using "scare tactics" to attack President Bush's "balanced and people-friendly environmental agenda," argues M. David Stirling.
Protecting Forests From 'Healthy Forests' Initiative
Public pressure generated by community organizing opposes implementation of the Bush administration's "Healthy Forests" initiative in the Rockies.
Scientific Consensus On Climate Change
A leading science studies scholar, examines the claim by some comentators that there is little scientific consensus on climate change.
Onondaga Nation Sues For Land Rights In New York
The Onondaga Nation filed a lawsuit claiming ownership of 3,100 square miles of New York state, inculding one of the nation's most polluted lake.
Study Finds Irreversible Damage To Planet
Researchers from 95 nations participating in a 4-year study conclude that humans are inflicting irreversible damage to environment and degrading the earth's ability to sustain future generations.
The Bright Side Of Global Warming
Global warming is not all gloom and doom. Some believe that climate change would be beneficial.
Growing Discontent With New Clean Air Mercury Rule
Debate over the EPA's new Clean Air Mercury Rule has grown quickly, and is quickly reaching the boiling point.
Nature Noir
Grist Magazine interviews risk-taking park ranger Jordan Fisher Smith, author of Nature Noir.
Kunstler's 'Long Emergency'
In an excerpt from his new book, James Howard Kunstler predicts how a future will look without cheap gas.
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.
EMC Planning Group, Inc.
Planetizen
Planetizen
Mpact (formerly Rail~Volution)
Great Falls Development Authority, Inc.
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
