Infrastructure
Brazil's Controversial Amazon Dam Project
Critics warn $11 billion hydroelectric dam project could cause environmental damage while supporters point to economic and infrastructure benefits.
Alberta's Oil-Driven Construction Boom
The pace of construction in oil-soaked Alberta is so intense that projects dogged by labour shortages are drawing inexperienced workers from across the country -- and complaints about shoddy construction.
Ambitious Country-Wide Infrastructure Plan May Be Unrealistic
Brazil has announced an expansive and ambitious plan to update its crumbling infrastructure. But some critics say the proposal is not feasible.
Major Planning System Reorganization Proposed In England
Officials in England propose a massive reorganization of the country's planning system, including the creation of an independent commission that would be charged with approving major infrastructure projects.
Blowback From Push For BioFuels May Be Gasoline Shortage
The President's goal of producing 35 billion gallons of biofuels by 2017 has created such uncertainty in the oil industry that they have reduced their investment in refinery capacity, possibly resulting in fuel shortages and higher gas prices.
Playground-powered Water Supply
Alexander Trevi comments on playground equipment designed to provide local clean water supply in developing countries.
Rethinking Chicago's Water Treatment System
As Chicago nears completion of the Deep Tunnel project, two local architects have proposed a new eco-friendly water plan for the city.
North-South Rail Route To Reopen In Koreas
The governments of North and South Korea have agreed on plans to create a cross-border train route -- the first such rail crossing in more than 50 years.
Suburbs Tell Sidewalks To Hit The Road
In suburbs across Illinois, residents are joining forces to fight against the creation of sidewalks, which they view as a threat to their communities' rural character and their very security.
New Venice Bridge To Be Constructed Off-Site To Test Weight
The first new bridge in Venice, Italy, in 70 years will first be constructed in a hangar before it is actually placed over the city's canal -- which many fear will cause the canal's banks to sink under the tremendous weight.
China's New Bullet Trains
Major initiative to upgrade a transportation system trying to keep up with China's rapid economic growth includes high-speed trains and what is reportedly the world's largest bus.
Good Roads Are Good For The Environment
A European road organization has published a report showing that improved roads lead to a reduced carbon footprint and environmental benefits, following a detailed study by an independent Norwegian research group showing the same result.
Transport Privatization: Full Speed Ahead
Investors are lining up to bid on American's transportation infrastructure, with many public sector managers happy to solve their budget woes.
The Paragon Of Sprawl Tries Its Hand At Urban Design
The Los Angeles Planning Department has established an Urban Design Studio to tackle the city's thousands of miles of dead streets and aesthetic blight.
World's Longest Tunnel Planned
Russia plans to build an undersea tunnel across the Bering Strait to Alaska.
The Link Between Impact Fees And Growth
The city of Tuscon, Arizona is considering adding new impact fees to cover the cost of municipal services, but the new fees might stymie growth and encourage sprawl.
Dam Project Revives Struggling Aral Sea
Since the late-1960s, an irrigation project have been slowly draining the entire Aral Sea, located on the border between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. But a new dam project is bringing the sea's water back, and with it the fish that support the region.
Western States Scramble For Water
Western states suffering from prolonged drought get proactive about water problems in the face of increasing demand. Projects include desalinization plants and a 280-mile pipeline to Las Vegas, but the fight over water is escalating.
Should Gas Taxes Be Raised To Fund Public Transit?
While public transit trips have been increasing, funding the systems remains a chronic problem, illustrated by the woes facing the Chicago El. This editorial urges Congress to increase the gas tax to provide all transit systems more revenue.
The World's Cleanest City
A new survey has named Calgary the cleanest and most sanitary city in the world.
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.
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Harvard GSD Executive Education
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NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
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