Category: Reports
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 »
Leveraging State Agency Involvement in Transit-Oriented Development to Strengthen Hawaii's Economy
Although much of Hawaii is relatively rural, the counties of Oahu, Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai all have population concentrations with development clustered in cities, towns, and resort areas. Honolulu, the state's most populous city, recently surpassed Los… more »
Benefits of Telecommuting
This new report from ICMA explores the benefits to municipal governments from enacting telecommuting policies. Reducing the number of daily commuters can significantly reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Fewer commuters can also redu… more »
Residential Construction Trends in America's Metropolitan Regions: 2012 Edition
This 2012 EPA report examines data on the location of new home development in metropolitan areas, and presents data on pre-existing land cover. The report also includes a listing of resources available to local, regional, and state leaders who wish to c… more »
Helping Communities Realize a More Prosperous Future—HUD Office of Sustainable Housing and Communities 2012 Accomplishments Report
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Office of Sustainable Housing and Communities (OSHC) recently released its 2012 Accomplishments Report, which highlights how recipients are working to support locally led collaborative efforts t… more »
Midsize Cities on the Move: A Look at the Next Generation of Rapid Bus, Bus Rapid Transit, and Streetcar Projects in the United States
This new report that from Reconnecting America explores transit in midsize cities with a focus on best practices in transit planning, funding strategies, and outcomes. Included are many examples of innovative transit in midsize cities that local leaders… more »
Smart Growth and Economic Success
This new report from EPA's Smart Growth Program informs developers, businesses, and local governments about the economic advantages of smart growth. The principles of smart growth (including compact, walkable, and diverse neighborhoods) are attractive b… more »
San Diego Regional Walk Scorecard
This new report by Walk San Diego examined cities in the San Diego area for intersection safety, proximity of stores to transit, and other walkability factors. The survey included the use of a cell phone application, BestWalk, which more than 1,500 volu… more »
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