United States
New Study Refutes Rail Transit Criticism
A report by the Victoria Transport Policy Institute finds that cities with rail transit Systems have significantly less traffic congestion.
First Suburban Research Center Launched
Kingston University in Surrey, England sets up the world's first research institute to study suburban life.
Weapons Vs. Wildlife: An Uneasy Truce
The Rocky Mountain Arsenal, 27-square-mile chemical weapons complex scarred with pollution becomes the nation's newest wildlife refugde.
Wal-Mart -- King Of The World?
The Economist offers a European perspective on the Wal-Mart phenomenon.
Do Big Projects Really Create Jobs?
Do big projects really bring jobs to the neighborhoods they claim to help?
Chicago Roars Back To Life
After a decade of boredom, Chicago comes roaring back, writes the Chicago Tribune's architecture critic.
Pedestrian-Only Malls Not Always the Answer
Without high pedestrian and retail activity, regional malls could actually benefit from re-opening to vehicular traffic.
Who Cares About The Environment?
Results of Gallup's annual Environment/Earth Day poll shows Americans' attitudes and concerns about the environment.
What Is The Public's Right To Know?
Does the public need to know the details of a $95 million deal to preserve the 82,000-acre Hearst Ranch on California's Central Coast?
Does Spending On Social Program Hinder Economic Growth?
Expert argues that spending on social programs does not deter economic growth.
The Cost Of Poverty
Poverty is expensive. Neal Peirce looks at "predatory fiscal devices" that trap millions of low-income Americans.
Will New Wireless Technology Encourage Sprawl?
Will the availability of wired broadband service in remote areas encourage urban sprawl?
The Wal-Mart Backlash
A conference in Santa Barbara, CA, focuses on "Wal-Mart's sins". Even the organizers are surprised by the turnout.
Southern California Quake Date Predicted
UCLA scientists predict that a quake of magnitude 6.4 or larger will strike Southern California by September 5th.
A Response To Criticism Of New Urbanism
O.K. Carter responsds to an op-ed criticizing urban planner John Fregonese and New Urbanism.
Duany Reviews Koolhaas' New Project
Andres Duany visits Rem Koolhaas's new IIT student center.
Air Pollution Does Not Only Come From Cars
The rapid growth in air travel could wipe out any improvement in greenhouse gas emissions.
Who Is Craig Manson?
Grist Magazine interviews Craig Manson, President Bush's point person on species and parks.
The Age Of The Great Dispersal
Despite "Smart Growth" entreaties, outward migration continues.
What To Do With Ugly Apartment Buildings?
Facing a tightening supply of elegant older buildings, real-estate developers are turning to 1970's-era ugly buildings and transforming them into the hottest new-home addresses around.
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
