World
Global issues, U.N., etc.
Top US Scientist Delivers Global Warming Warning
President of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, John Holdren believes the threat from global warming is worse than previously believed and crticizes the Bush administration for its response.
Friday Funny: Segway and Human Evolution
A pivotal moment in human history.
Is Vancouver, Canada The New Model For Urban Planning?
Having recently shown off its vibrant and dense downtown at the 2006 World Urban Forum, planners from around the world are looking to Vancouver as a model for sustainable urban planning.
The World's Best Cities
The editors of Travel + Leisure magazine released their annual list of best cities to visit.
15 Worst Tourist Traps
MSN identifies 15 tourist traps to avoid.
Global Warming Impact More Severe For Urban Areas
Urban areas will be hit harder by climate change as global warming combines with the "urban heat island" effect.
Planners, Scientists Discover Power Of Google Earth
Google Earth has "injected new life" into the geographic information systems industry.
Emerging Technologies Offer New Ways To Look At Cities
Rapidly advancing web technologies are enabling planners to merge location and data like never before. UCLA's Jeff Burke explains how embedded sensors, 'mash-ups,' and a host of other technologies are helping planners and everyday citizens alike.
The Anglo-American Special Relationship On Urban Policy
Senior researchers at the Centre for Cities discuss whether the UK should look towards Europe or the US when making urban policy.
Will Pay Cash For Babies: How Industrialized Nations Hope To Boost Birth Rates
Hoping to guard against future labor shortages and protect their national identity, many countries with low birth rates are trying to entice couples into having more children with a variety of financial incentives -- including cash payments.
NIMBY Meets Maxwell Smart
Tips on how to keep projects from getting 86'd by getting smarter than Maxwell Smart.
Infrastructure Key To Controlling Water Shortage
A report released by the World Wildlife Fund warns that water shortages are a problem all over the world, including industrialized countries. Repairing and improving water infrastructure is one of the essential steps to take to battle the shortage.
Industrialization Vs. Sustainability
Are industrialization and sustainabiity are incompatible? Charles Shaw searches for the answer with a comparison of the ideas of William McDonough, green architect and designer, and Derrick Jensen, environmentalist and philosopher.
Will Chicago's New Living Wage Law Hurt The City?
Recent announcements from big box retailers withdrawing or delaying plans to build stores in the city have given pause to supporters of controversial living wage ordinance, with some considering withdrawing their support.
Boise Signs On to Global Warming Agreement
Boise meets Seattle Mayor's Challenge to take local action on global warming.
Segway Introduces Two New Models
The Segway Transporter, a people mover that has never met initial sales expectations, introduces two new models.
Sound Bite Society
Planners who have a hard time persuading elected officials or the public at large should take a cue from the late attorney Johnnie Cochran and come up with a phrase that will stick in the minds of citizens.
New Town Sets Sights On The Sea
Blighted and forgotten waterfront areas are on track for development in Scotland using 19th century new towns as inspiration.
The World's Priciest Cities
Oslo and London lead the pack, while cities in emerging economies in Asia remain some of the best bargains.
Long Commutes Really Are Bad For You
A recent study confirms reveals that long work commutes, be they by car, train, or bus, can significant raise stress levels and impact a person's health.
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
