Technology
Drawing Lessons From Major Disasters
A new report contains lessons for planners and other public officials who are concerned about recent public disasters.
Does Pushing The Walk Button Really Work?
Chicago's walk buttons are connected to traffic signals, but in places like New York, 80% of walk buttons are disconnected.
Maui County Considers Electricity From Non-Fossil Fuels
Officials cite several energy-cutting projects in their call for demand management to reduce energy consumption.
Marine Energy On The Rise World-Wide
A promising new field of clean, alternative energy lies in the oceans and rivers. Capturing energy from waves and tides is no longer fantasy but gaining much attention; even power companies are investing in the field.
The Limitations Of Hybrid Buses
Elk Grove, CA has one of the nation's fastest growing and cleanest bus systems, but has experienced a form of "hybrid melt-down" as a result of using the hybrid buses for regional rather than local trips.
Building Green Has Become Mainstream
With officials demanding more sustainable development and consumer interest at an all time high, a critical mass of developers are starting to see the value in building "green".
Heat Wave A Brutal Test For LEED Platinum Rated Building
Software maker Adobe Systems' headquarters, the first building ever to receive a platinum rating from the U.S. Green Building Council, was pushed to the breaking point during the recent heat wave.
Sex-Offender Free Subdivisions
New trends in home development and technologies are helping people avoid living near a sex offender.
Boston To Join, Add To The Wi-Fi Revolution
In an effort to maintain more control over the system and to boost its own economy, Boston plans to depart from the model used in other U.S. cities by turning its Wi-Fi network over to a non-profit organization.
Concrete Sidewalks Making Way For Rubber
Rubber sidewalks are gaining popularity due to their resilience and cost benefits over concrete.
Technology Helping to Encourage Sustainable Design
Three-dimensional "intelligent models" are helping to build high-profile projects around the world that embrace sustainable design.
New Towers Designed To Become San Francisco Landmarks
Approved twin towers at the base of the San Francisco entrance to the Bay Bridge are designed to withstand earthquakes and hurricane gales.
Homeowners Replacing Architects With Home Design Software
With the proliferation of home-design software, such as Google's Sketch Up, homeowners are designing their own plans, often times saving thousands of dollars in architect fees. But general contractors are leery of this new found enthusiasm.
Small Towns Are Hubs For Innovators
A geographical study of the last four years of U.S. patents shows that innovation and inventions are happening in places big and small.
Green Building Technologies Becoming More Affordable
The availability of green building technologies has been steadily increasing to the point of affordability. Some high-profile projects are setting the stage for broader acceptance and use.
Record Stores Becoming A Relic Of The Past
With the arrival of the digital music age, record stores are disappearing at an alarming rate.
Downtown Boise Tower Goes For Platinum Green Rating
The Banner Bank Building expected to join the handful of buildings worldwide that have received a Platinum LEED award from U.S. Green Building Council.
Google May Help Reverse Michigan's Brain Drain
State and local officials hope Google's announcement of plans to open new facility in Ann Arbor, MI, will attract more companies to the area.
Digital Mapping Companies Strive to Remain Current
Road construction projects and new subdivisions are keeping digital mapping companies busy updating their navigation products.
Californians May Soon Be Cooking With Cow Power
With the largest dairy herds in the U.S., California could generate up to 5% of its natural gas from cow manure.
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
