Residential Construction Trends in America's Metropolitan Regions - 2012 Report
This latest report from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency maps where infill is taking place nationwide by comparing the locations of new home construction with existing data on land cover. Nearly three out of four large metropolitan regions saw an in… more »
Cities Reacting to Climate Change
A new report by the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) highlights 20 local governments across the country that are taking the initiative to combat global warming. The report follows up an earlier survey ICLEI did of 298 Am… more »
California Rail Map
A new map shows the interconnected system of trains and buses that passengers can use to travel almost anywhere in California via public transit, from San Diego to Eureka and points between. The California Rail Map ties together networks for Amtrak, Bay… more »
Urban Forests Case Studies: Challenges, Potential and Success in a Dozen Cities
American Forests researched the urban forest activities of 12 cities throughout the country and compiled the lessons learned into this new book. The dozen cities were recognized for their urban forestry work related to stormwater and watersheds, energy… more »
Technical Guidance Manual for Sustainable Neighborhoods
This new resource from the U.S. Green Building Council will assist elected officials, local planners, and other professionals who work with municipalities in using the LEED-ND rating system. The system is used to evaluate and amend land use regulations,… more »
Rural Transportation Topic Guide
Easter Seals Project Action (ESPA), the National Transit Assistance Program, and the National Center on Senior Transportation have released this guide for transportation practitioners and advocates who are planning Complete Streets in rural areas. The g… more »
Traffic Monitoring for Non-Motorized Traffic
The Federal Highway Administration has published new national guidance on measuring pedestrian and bicycle usage. The guidance describes best practices and equipment for conducting counts and interpreting collected data. Having a better understanding of… more »
Coastal States' Climate Adaptation Initiatives: Sea Level Rise and Municipal Engagement
Sea level rise (SLR) is expected to become an increasingly prominent challenge as the climate changes. Many of the measures to reduce the impacts of SLR are in the hands of municipalities, including changing building codes and land use issues. This repo… more »
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