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What Is Land Use Planning?
Land use planning involves organizing different kinds of land to meet people’s needs while protecting environmental sustainability. It ensures the local economy grows in ways that provide jobs while…
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The Importance of Zoning Regulations
Zoning regulations dictate how a specific region’s land may be utilized, including details like building height restrictions and parking requirements. Zoning regulations cover many areas, from how close residential…
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What Is Digital Governance?
Digital governance refers to a set of policies and procedures used by an organization to oversee their digital presence, from security issues, data ownership and collaboration tools, among others….
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Carbon Capture and Storage
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCUS) technologies reduce emissions from power plants and industrial facilities by sequestering CO2. Once captured, CO2 can either be stored underground for future use as…
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The Benefits of Electric Vehicles (EVs)
No matter your driving style – SUV, sedan or executive luxury model – an electric vehicle (EV) may be just what’s needed. Postmedia Driving Editor Graeme Fletcher states that…
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate change mitigation efforts include efforts to lower GHG emissions and enhance carbon sinks. It also involves measures such as building flood defenses, planning for heat waves, managing water…
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Energy Policy – The Four Phases of Policy Development, Implementation, and Evaluation
Prudent management of energy resources and development of renewable energy technologies are central aspects of energy policy. By effectively using them to reduce greenhouse gas emissions without raising consumer…
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Mixed-Use Development Challenges
Mixed use development is an emerging trend that offers residential and commercial tenants alike the benefits of an accessible neighborhood, but mixed use projects present specific challenges. Maintaining compliance…
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Green Buildings – A Key Element in Sustainable Urban Development
Green buildings are essential components of sustainable urban development. By minimising energy and water consumption, they help combat climate change while simultaneously saving on costs associated with maintaining them….
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Transit-Oriented Development
Transit-oriented development (TOD) is an exciting trend in community planning that creates vibrant people places around high quality transit systems, helping reduce our reliance on cars while improving health…