Weathering the Storm in America's Cities

March 1, 2019

From floods and fires to heavy snow and hurricanes, recent years have brought a raft of extreme weather disasters costing the U.S. hundreds of

Climate Gentrification

August 3, 2018

Solutions to the climate crisis include driving cleaner cars, planting more trees, eating less meat. But how do our housing choices factor into this

New Wheels in Town

June 20, 2018

Electric scooters, skateboards and bicycles are popping up all over in cities all over the country. Ride-hailing companies are also moving to two

Weathering the Storm: Mayors of Houston, Miami and Columbia

February 8, 2018

2017 brought a raft of extreme weather disasters costing the U.S. hundreds of billions of dollars in damages, including hurricanes Harvey, Irma and

Net Zero Living

January 4, 2018

Conservation begins at home – literally. Designing and operating a home that generates as much power as it uses is rapidly becoming a reality

How Cities can Solve the Climate Challenge

May 5, 2017

Cities around the country are reshaping their economies for a greener future. Mayors and chambers of commerce are promoting smart growth and moving

C1 Revue: Does Greening The Economy Leave Some People Behind?

April 30, 2017

Cities are leading the way in the greening of America’s economy. From urban parks and farms to microgrids and living buildings, dynamic urban planning

Future Cities

September 22, 2016

As the world’s population increasingly moves into cities, what is the future of urban life? How can we build in the ability to weather a changing

Liccardo, Schaaf and Ting vs. Global Warming

April 21, 2016

The global effects of climate disruption will have local impacts on the Bay Area. The political leaders of this region are already planning for a

Metro Revolution

September 20, 2013

"I will attest to the fact that the federal government actually has left the building," said Kofi Bonner, president of Lennar’s Bay Area Urban