Research on Climate Change Above and Beyond
This short video has several NASA scientists discussing their observations on the changing climate from the perspective of data collected […]
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Corrine Drive, A Local Haunt at an In-Between, Heretofore Overlooked Location.
Corrine Drive has become a place, in addition to being a poorly maintained road. The place is interesting; interesting to
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Global Readiness Challenge – 2021 and Beyond
NOTE FROM CharacterTowns.org: Whether or not your community decides to participate in this program, understanding the criteria and the processes
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Ideal Neighborhood Character Blends Order, Uniqueness
Neighborhood character is incredibly important to overall perception of neighborhood quality. We’re not going to define this important community development
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Vanishing yet vital: Western U.S. butterflies in decline
When the Edith’s checkerspot butterfly (Euphydryas editha) reaches its next flower, a few of the tiny flecks of pollen stuck
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Study suggests trees are crucial to the future of our cities
EXCERPTS… “The shade of a single tree can provide welcome relief from the hot summer sun. But when that single
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Reduce, reuse and recycle…recycling challenged.
From ChracterTowns.org…Florida Trend has constructed an excellent article of the efficacy of recycling. One conclusion is to put the emphasis
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Barton-Aschman Associates Inc.
“Barton-Aschman Associates Inc., founded in 1985, was one of those special planning firms with a dedicated staff, a strong ethical
BOOKS
“Urban Planning and Design Criteria” by Joseph De Chiara and Lee Koppelman.
If ever there was a book describing everything about physical spaces and facilities in a city, this would be it.
BOOKS
“The Art of the Long View, Planning for the Future in an Uncertain World” by Peter Schwartz
Peter Schwartz has written a book that benefits every futurist. The subtitle, “Planning for the Future in an Uncertain World” describes the