Energy
What Do You Value More -- Clean Air Or Clean Water?
The power company says the controversial Klamath River hydroelectric dams are a source of clean energy that does not contribute to carbon emissions. Environmentalists and fisherman believe the dams have damaged the river and threatened livelihoods.
Transporting Green Energy May Threaten Natural Resources
As California tries to meet its goal of 20% renewable energy use by 2010, it faces the challenge of transporting all that renewable energy without negatively affecting the state's other natural resources.
The Top 10 Green Buildings
The American Institute of Architects has released its list of the Top 10 Green Buildings in the U.S.
The Next Generation of Sustainable Development
National award winning "green development" is getting attention in Salem, Oregon.
New Greenhouse Gas Rules For Massachusetts Developers
New rules have come into effect in Massachusetts that will require developers of large-scale projects to estimate and reduce their greenhouse gas production.
A City Off The Grid
A town in England has completely cut itself off from the national power grid, providing all its own energy with mini power stations and renewable energy. Some doubt the system's practicality, but others say it is the new standard for cities.
Myths About Solar Power
A marketing campaign hopes to educate California homeowners of how solar power works.
World's Longest Tunnel Planned
Russia plans to build an undersea tunnel across the Bering Strait to Alaska.
The Ethanol Hoax: How The U.S. Is Losing Its Edge
In transportation, energy, and green technology the U.S. is falling behind, writes Nicholas Von Hoffman.
The Home Depot 'Paints' Itself Green
With stores in Canada already successfully selling its environmentally friendly products, the Home Depot looks to become the largest retailer of eco-friendly products in America.
Does Solar Power For Your Home Make Financial Sense?
At least for now, using solar panels to power your home may not help you save money.
Top Ten U.S. Cities Using Renewable Energy
Which of the largest 50 U.S. cities provide citizens with the highest percentage of power produced from renewable energy? SustainLane Government determined the percentage of each city's electricity that comes from renewables.
Wind Farms Spark NOMB Complaints
As the Not On My Beach crowd speaks out against wind farms, a certain level of hypocrisy emerges and shows the way for NIMBYs everywhere.
How The West Can Win: Transforming The Energy Debate
Western states are leading the nation in innovations to build a clean-energy economy.
The Ugly Colors Of Green Power
Getting power generated from eco-friendly renewable energy sources in rural to energy-hungry urban areas requires transmissions lines that are harmful to the environment.
Streamlining The Use Of Renewable Energy Generators
The British government has proposed lifting planning barriers that hindered the domestic installation and use of energy generating devices such as small wind turbines and solar panels.
Wind Turbine Ordinance Proves Controversial In New York Town
A small town in upstate New York struggles to craft an ordinance to limit wind energy turbines.
High Hopes for Hydrogen
The state of South Carolina, through intensive research and public/private partnerships, is positioning itself to be a major player in the "hydrogen economy."
Homeowners' Association Thwarts Efforts At Energy Conservation
An Arizona home owner's association fines a resident for installing a solar-powered heater arguing that the appearance of the device violates the subdivision's deed restrictions.
Friday Funny: Zoning Trumps Al Gore's 'Green' Plans
The former Vice President's application to install solar panels on his home was denied by the zoning board of this wealthy Nashville enclave.
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.
Clanton & Associates, Inc.
Jessamine County Fiscal Court
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
Salt Lake City
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
