World
Global issues, U.N., etc.
Sustainability In The Work And In The Profession: ASLA 2006 Conference Coverage
Coverage of the American Society of Landscape Architects 2006 conference and the International Federation of Landscape Architects world congress, held October 6-10 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The Greenest Green: A Student Review Of The ASLA 2006 Conference
Coverage of the American Society of Landscape Architects 2006 conference and the International Federation of Landscape Architects world congress, held October 6-10 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
House Dutiful
A Colorado home-builder reflects on his attempt to go green.
Conservation Incentives in America's Heartland
Conservation leaders explore three types of incentive programs to achieve land conservation in an economically efficient, measurably effective, and reasonably equitable manner: tax incentives, market-based incentives, and fiscal (or budgetary) incentives.
The Bus Rapid Transit Of The Future
Plans for a new futuristic mode of transport blends maglev technology with an ordinary bus.
Global Civilization or Bust?
Science and technology gurus convened at Wired Magazine's NextFest forum in New York to share startling visions of life -- or not -- in the 22nd century.
Sewage A Growing Threat To Oceans
The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) reports that increasing levels of sewage in the world's oceans are a major cause of coastal destruction, and pose a serious threat to human health.
US Cities, Architects Promote Green Development
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and cities such as Chicago are undertaking innovative initiatives to reduce energy use and combat global warming.
The Long Planning Process On The Gulf Coast
This article from Governing Magazine looks at the planning process along the Gulf Coast as cities and towns look to rebuild, but struggle to decide what to rebuild into.
Prince's Foundation Going To Work In Jamaica
The Prince of Wales and the Jamaican government are set to announce a major redevelopment plan for Trench Town, one of Kingston's most troubled neighborhoods.
Public Housing Community Offers Model For Regional Centre
Built after the so-called Halifax Explosion 90 years ago, the highly regarded neighborhood that surrounds Canada's first public housing project is filled with gardens, alleyways, parks, shops, schools, and history -- all within walking distance.
Establishing Land Rights For The Poor?
Establishing land rights for the poor in developing nations was a mostly-ignored issue until the second annual Clinton Global Initiative in Manhattan in late September, 2006.
Where Have All The Brokers Gone?
As sales slump in New York City and the inventory of unsold real estate swells, there are signs that the once-profitable career of real estate brokerage may have had its day.
Performance Art Park Prompts Observers To Rethink Urban Open Space
A group of urban design activists in San Francisco create a green rest stop in a public parking space -- arguing that we should rethink what public space needs to be in dense urban areas.
Promoting Green 'Rebuilding' In New Orleans
The winning of a housing design competition sponsored by actor Brad Pitt end environmental non-profit Global Green USA demonstrates how eco-friendly architecture can remake New Orleans.
Development Pushing Out To New Territories
Developers are increasingly investing in remote locales as price appreciation slows in traditionally developed areas.
Europe's 'Cities Of Stone'
An exhibition at Venice Architecture Biennale makes the case for using stone as a building block of future cities.
Bio-Diesel As A Rural Development Strategy
Having become the world leader in ethanol production, Brazil turns to bio-diesel, with a policy that is intended to benefit small, family farms so as to keep them on their land, and benefit President Luiz da Silva in his reelection bid.
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
