United States
The Far-Reaching Impact Of Bush's Environmental Policies
This thought-provoking article explores the significance of the Bush administration's environmental policies and their far-reaching impact on land, water, air, energy and global climate.
What The IT Revolution Means For Regional Economic Development
Metropolitan areas that understand the changing nature of business--and respond nimbly to its demands--will create the best environments for firm and economic growth.
Segway Will Cause 'Urban Chaos'
Columnist Charles Cooper argues that the Segway Human Transporter does not belong on city sidewalks.
The Environmental Policy Shapers
Who are the officials that help President Bush develop his environmental policies?
Planning In The Netherlands
The chief government architect of The Netherlands, discusses his vision for balancing short-term economic feasibility with long-term sustainability.
Bush's Global Warming Strategy Under Pressure
The seven states suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency over the Clear Air Act are bringing pressure on the Bush administration's "irresponsibly passive approach to global warming."
Landscape Of National Significance Needs Protection From Sprawl
U.S. Forest Service study says 40% of the New York-New Jersey Highlands should be protected from overdevelopment.
Congestion Charge Helps Suburban Businesses
London's radical congestion charge is having a complex impact on economic activity.
Will War Burst Housing Bubble?
A war with Iraq could bring down housing prices.
Growth Restrictions Contribute To Increased Housing Prices
A recent study in the Journal of Real Estate Research provides evidence that growth restrictions make housing less affordable.
7 States To Sue EPA Over Air Pollution Standards
Seven states, mostly from the Northeast, plan to sue the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency over air pollution standards.
The Phase II Ten Commandments
The Journal for Surface Water Quality Professionals offers their Ten Commandments for Phase II municipal separate storm sewer systems.
How To Reduce Harmful Water Runoff
Increased water runoff from sprawling paved areas is responsible for flooding, pollution and economic losses.
A Geneva Convention For The Environment
The world needs safeguards to protect the environment from ravages of war.
A Bridge With A Dark Side
Toronto is spending $4 million on barriers to prevent a bridge from being used for suicidal jumps.
Architecture You Can Feel
A universivally-accessible building uses talking signs, tactile floors, and transclucent wall systems.
Goals Of Federal Transportation Re-authorization
The impact of national policy on neighborhood planning and development is not lost on Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Portland, OR).
Save Cities, Unlock Ivory Towers
City-university partnerships can help bridge resource gaps.
The Devil In The White City
A new novel profiles city planner Daniel Burnham and serial-murderer Henry H. Holmes during the 1893 World's Fair.
Segway Insurance Now Available
An insurance provider now covers the Segway Human Transporter.
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
