Urban Forests and Human Health May Be Linked
A new study released by the U.S. Forest Service suggests that the presence of trees in urban areas is associated with human health. Over 100 million trees were lost in the past two decades from infestations of the emerald ash borer. The study found that… more »
Bike 'Green Lanes' on the Increase
The number of protected bike lanes in the U.S. doubled in 2012 and is on track to double again next year, according to Bikes Belong. These protected bike lines (called "green lanes" by Bikes Belong), have a physical separation, such as a curb, parked ca… more »
Density and Block Size Adjustments Reduce Car Travel
Transport and Land Use has published a study examining the relationships between urban density, block size, and vehicle miles traveled. The study found that in older, more established cities, density and mixed-used areas were more important factors than… more »
LISC Launches $100 Million Housing/Health Center Fund
The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) has launched a first-of-its kind $100 million investment fund to expand access to health care and affordable housing for low-income residents and fund critical social services that help link the two in im… more »
Public Transit Funding Supported by Large Majority of Americans
A recent survey by the American Public Transportation Association found that three-quarters of Americans favor increased funding for public transportation. More than 70 percent of those surveyed said a strong transit system would lead to economic growth… more »
What is your vision of sustainability for your community?
Sustainable communities can become a reality, but the process will fall short without your ideas and experiences.
Sponsors of the New Partners for Smart Growth Conference and MindMixer have created a new website to encourage discussion on the future… more »
Baton Rouge Becoming Bike Friendly
Bike lanes, paths, and shared-use roads have almost tripled in East Baton Rouge Parish in the past three years. Only 23 miles of bike routes were in place as late as 2009, but by the end of 2012 there were 68 miles of completed bike routes, and several… more »
Memphis Aims to Be a Friendlier Place for Cyclists
In 2008, Bicycling magazine named Memphis one of the worst cities in America for cyclists, when Memphis had less than two miles of bike lanes. But four years later Memphis has 50 miles of dedicated bike lanes, and about 160 miles when trails and shared… more »
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