United States
Ancient Landmark Threatened By Encroachment
A plan is proposed to ease the encroachment around Stonehenge, Britain's ancient archaeological treasure.
Cato Institute Critique Of Smart Growth
Using Portland, Oregon as an example, the author attempts to show the problems of smart growth.
How The Segway Human Transporter Works
The official website for the "Segway Human Transporter" offer details about personal transportation device previously known as "Ginger" or "IT."
Segway: 'IT' Can Read Your Mind
The mystery transportation device known as "Ginger" or "It" is an innovative motor scooter that can read your mind. Its official name is the "Segway Human Transporter."
Judgment Day For Amtrak
Officials conclude that Amtrak has no chance of ever being commercially successful.
Harry Potter's Message About Sprawl
Behind the potions and magical creatures, there is a subtle message about urban sprawl in Harry Potter.
The Worst Town In The Nation
Gene Weingarten searches for the 'Armpit of America."
Ginger Unveiled: Urban Planning Revolutionized
After months of hype, Ginger is unveiled -- a self-balancing, motorized scooter that costs less than 5 cents a day to operate.
Industry Aftermath
Debating the effects of terrorism on real estate development.
Ginger's Secrets Revealed: Will It Reshape Our Cities?
Inventor Dean Kamen reveals details about "Ginger" -- the mysterious transportation device that is rumored to be able to to change the world. Will it change the shape of our cities?
Communication Is Critical For Emergency Planning
How cities are preparing for disaster and emergency planning in the wake of the Sept. 11th terrorist attacks.
Breaking Gridlock: Sprawling Out
Author Motavalli discusses the corporate lobby that created the conditions for sprawl, and the movement to supplant sprawl with smart growth.
USEPA Lauches New Smart Growth Web Site
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has launched a new web site aimed at encouraging smart growth.
New Urbanism Pioneers Win Award
New Urbanism founders Andres Duany and Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk have been awarded the third annual Vincent Scully Prize.
Fuel Cell Bus On-Road Demo In Las Vegas
A zero emission fuel cell bus sets out to prove itself in an on-road public demonstration in Las Vegas, NV.
U.S. Conference On Renewable Energy
U.S. Interior Secretary Gale A. Norton held a conference for manufacturers of renewable energy sources.
Mysterious 'Ginger' May Be Revealed Soon
The mysterious "Ginger" device, rumored to be a transportation invention with the ability to change the world, may soon be revealed.
Should Patriotism Be Measured In Miles Per Gallon?
Is driving a gas-guzzling SUV unpatriotic? Many Americans don't believe there is a relationship between global politics and U.S. dependence on foreign oil.
Zoning And Changing Lifestyles
Planning Commissioners Journal focuses on the impact that changes in our society are having on zoning regulation.
Developing A Sewer Ordinance
The Planning Commissioner's Journal presents one town's experience with developing a sewer ordinance.
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
