United States
The New GPS
A much more accurate global positioning system, or GPS, is being tested that could change how planes and autos are tracked.
Congress Should Commit To Improving Passenger Rail
The U.S. Congress is helping the troubled airline industry. This editorial calls on the Congress to commit to helping passenger rail too.
Building Codes Helped Save Lives At WTC
The World Trade Center buildings -- designed to comply with building codes -- included architectural and structural elements that enabled occupants to evacuate.
Environmental Building Materials Of The Future
'Green' products are becoming more popular as consumer and planners become more familiar with environmental issues.
Blending Planning And Community Policing
Local strategies blend community policing and planning in Greensboro, North Carolina and Buffalo, New York.
Rebuild 4 Trade Center Towers At Half-Height
The San Francisco Chronicle surveys architectus about what they think should be rebuilt in lower Manhattan.
Can The Skyscraper Survive?
The skyscraper, a signature of 20th century architecture, faces an uncertain future.
Defensible Space: Will Terrorism Transform Our Cities?
In the aftermath of the WTC attacks, will security needs transform our cities? This article looks at new urbanism, defensible space, and previous attempts to design secure cities.
Fighting Traffic Congestion In Ireland
A special series of twelve articles discussing Ireland's traffic problems and possible solutions.
New Urbanist Proposals For Rebuilding The WTC
Members of an Internet-based discussion group promoting New Urbanism offer several proposals for redeveloping the site of the World Trade Center.
Sprawl Is One Way To Fight Terrorism
In the age of terrorism, sprawl is a natural alternative to dense urban targets.
Anything Over 50 Stories Is All About Ego
There is a trade-off between our need for skylines and the impracticality of buildings over 50-stories.
Fuel Economy Must Be Increased
The National Academy of Sciences may have overestimated possible fuel savings of auto design.
ULI President Speaks Out On America's Cities
Urban Land Institute President Richard Rosan speaks out on the impact of the attacks on September 11, and what it means for America's cities.
Fear Of Terrorism May Increase Traffic Congestion
U.S. cities suffering from clogged roads may see an increase in traffic congestion due to fear of domestic terrorism
Adaptive Reuse Of Malls: Why It Makes Sense
Adaptive reuse projects are gaining momentum. This articles lists recent projects, discusses challenges, and offers suggestions for success.
To Fight Sprawl And Smog, Get Rid Of Free Parking
Free parking encourages driving and parking lots make pedestrian and bike travel difficult. Alan Durning offers suggestions to help the nation save oil and reduce car use.
No More Oil?
Scientific American reviews Hubbert's Peak: The Impendig World Oil Shortage -- the 100-year petroleum era is over.
Is Architecture Irrelevant? Mockbee Speaks Out
Samuel Mockbee, winner of a MacArthur Foundation 'Genius' grant, talks about the relevance of architecture, his influences, and why you shouldn't "trust anyone under 50."
After The Attacks, Rethink Nation's Energy Policy
Editorial argues that in the aftermath of last week's tragic events, the nation should review its energy policy and look at conservation and alternative energy sources.
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
