• What Is Urban Mobility?

    What Is Urban Mobility?

    Urban mobility refers to city residents’ ability to move within an urban area efficiently, including their modal split, trips by purpose and destination and trip generation factors. Cars remain…

  • Energy Storage and Community Resiliency

    Energy Storage and Community Resiliency

    Energy storage is key to supporting community-level resiliency projects and lowering electricity costs by smoothing out high demand, as well as increasing renewable integration into the grid. Batteries store…

  • The Importance of Land Use Planning

    The Importance of Land Use Planning

    Land use planning is an integral component of any community, as without it industrial facilities would pollute the environment and disrupt resident lives. Many elected officials and their staff…

  • What You Need to Know About Zoning Regulations

    What You Need to Know About Zoning Regulations

    Zoning regulations govern what kinds of businesses and homes may be built where. Their purpose is to protect residents from potential hazards while upholding aesthetics and limiting conflicts. Some…

  • What Is Energy Policy?

    What Is Energy Policy?

    Energy policy refers to decisions and structures that govern, direct, and regulate how a country meets its energy needs. Policies may be determined by various national priorities like decarbonization,…

  • Green Buildings

    Green Buildings

    Green buildings are designed to be environmentally-responsible and resource-efficient throughout their life cycles, from their construction using sustainable materials and reduced energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions, through to…

  • What Is Mixed-Use Development?

    What Is Mixed-Use Development?

    Mixed-use development (MDU) is an urban planning practice that integrates residential, retail, commercial, cultural and/or industrial uses into one space. Such developments can range from mom-and-pop storefronts with apartments…

  • Transit-Oriented Development

    Transit-Oriented Development

    Well-planned high density housing and business development near frequent transit is key to sustainable growth, revitalizes communities and increases regional economic competitiveness. Develop vibrant communities where both residents and…

  • Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

    Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

    Sustainable urban infrastructure integrates environmental, social, and economic considerations to create a better future for people and the planet. Shifting away from fossil-fueled infrastructure may result in more effective,…

  • The Benefits of Energy Efficiency

    The Benefits of Energy Efficiency

    Energy efficiency saves energy, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, demand for non-renewable resources and electricity costs – while contributing to healthier living conditions and more sustainable lifestyles. Homeowners can make…