Category: Tennessee

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 »

News, Tennessee – Jan. 9, 2013

Knoxville's Plan Eastern Tennessee Gains Regional Support

A recent televised discussion provided an update on the Plan Eastern Tennessee project. The five-county Knoxville region has received a $4.3 million Sustainability Grant from HUD to further the regional sustainability plan. Learn more: http://www.wb… more »

News, Tennessee – May. 1, 2012

Urban Forest Yields $640 Million in Benefits

A study by the U.S. Forest Service found that trees in Tennessee's urban areas provide the state with environmental benefits valued at nearly $640 million each year. Tennessee is only the second state where the Forest Service has surveyed urban trees Th… more »

News, Tennessee – Apr. 23, 2012