Middle East
Following In The Footsteps Of Dubai
While some cities in the Middle East are seeking to emulate the emirate's success, its unsustainable pattern of growth make Dubai a poor model for urban development.
No Reliable Electricity in Baghdad Until 2013?
Baghdad's mayor Sabir al-Isawi expresses frustration with American authorities over sluggish repairs to smashed infrastructure.
Little Planning And Few Government Services In Cairo
In Cairo, many argue that the government provides few services and does little to better the lives of its 15 million people. The city's many informal communities were formed without any urban planning.
Transforming Kandahar
Despite ongoing conflict in Afghanistan, Kandahar's officials, residents and planners are envisioning a prosperous and sustainable future for the city.
Kibbutz Leans Away From Socialist Roots
Israel's oldest kibbutz -- a communal living settlement founded on socialist principles -- has approved a vote allowing community members to retain private salaries instead of pooling their income for the entire community.
In Iraq, Shiite Sadr City Recovers While Sunni Areas Crumble
Recovery and reconstruction have seen rapid success in Sadr City, Baghdad's largest predominantly Shiite area. Many have moved to this former slum, while violence tends to occur mainly in Sunni areas of Baghdad receiving few recovery resources.
Shortage Of Planners In Iraq Reconstruction Efforts
The U.S. State Department is having trouble filling positions in reconstruction teams in Iraq. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says there is a shortage of city planners and engineers on the ground in Iraq, and getting more may be difficult.
A Vision Of Dubai's Future
Wired presents this slideshow of some of the extravagant and futuristic buildings planned for Dubai.
Historic City Tangoes With Development
The historic city of Isfahan, Iran, has destroyed scores of 400-year old buildings to make way for new roads and shopping centers.
A Look At The Streets Of Dubai
Streetsblog explores the transportation situation in the rapidly growing emirate.
Iraq's Housing Crisis
Many Iraqi families have struggled to find safe, decent and affordable shelter since the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime.
The Battle To Help Baghdad Bloom
The city's parks supervisor has made it his mission to beautify the city even has continuing war destroys Baghdad's once opulent gardens.
'Garden of Eden' Recovering
Close to half of Iraq's fragile marshlands have been restored after being drained by Saddam Hussein.
Israel Plans To Demolish Over 40,000 Homes
Massive Israeli demolitions of "illegal" Palestinian homes will mean the destruction of communities that predate the founding of Israel.
Rail Agreement Links Asia To Europe
An agreement has been reached between 18 countries to move forward on a long-sought plan to connect railways between Singapore and Turkey, creating a vast network expected to boost the economies of currently remote areas.
High Overhead Limits Iraq Infrastructure Construction
High overhead costs are taking up more than half of the budget for reconstruction efforts in Iraq, severely limiting the construction of infrastructure such as water and electricity lines.
Jerusalem Delays Expansion Decision
On the verge of expanding the city limits, Jerusalem's National Planning and Building Council has postponed a decision for two months amid protests from environmentalists and concerned citizens.
Planning Beyond A Peace Accord In Gaza
When it comes to the Gaza Strip, most talk revolves around making peace. One architect and urban planner has drafted a plan that focuses on "the day after".
Oil Producers Deny 'Peak Oil'
In an effort to counter "peak oil" theory, the oil industry has launched a campaign to educate oil-consuming nations that plenty of crude is available, and alternatives to oil are not necessary. The US Dept. of Energy will also research peak oil.
Technology Unlocks World's Biggest Oil Field
Three times larger than Saudi Arabia's proven reserves, the oil shale deposits in the Western United States are already being tapped, and are expected to eventually produce 10 million barrels/day in potentially an environmentally friendly manner.
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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City of Moreno Valley
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City of Grandview
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Salt Lake City
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