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Land use planning is an approach to community development that engages local residents and aims to protect the environment while simultaneously stimulating economic and social activity. Commercial land is used for shops, offices and other buildings that contribute to commerce. Transportation land includes airports, train stations and bus stations while recreational land may include parks,…

Zoning regulations outline how you can utilize your land and structures. There are three primary types of zoning: residential, commercial and industrial. These laws regulate size, density and location restrictions (like setbacks). Additionally, they can regulate materials such as building materials, styles, doors and windows. Historic zoning laws typically seek to preserve a property’s historical…

Digital governance is a discipline that ensures accountability for digital strategy and policy decisions within an organization, providing a foundation to make data-driven content decisions without resorting to “wing and wing”. Small teams may resemble jazz ensembles in terms of operation; however, larger groups should abide by orchestra rules otherwise they’ll end up creating chaos…

Community engagement extends far beyond voting; it also encompasses activism, volunteering, community gardening, tutoring and blood donation – to name but a few examples. Based on the notion that communities should be involved in decisions affecting them, participatory planning requires building trust and connections among constituents; with strategic approaches being most suitable. Understanding the Community…

Electric vehicles (EVs) produce zero tailpipe emissions, significantly decreasing smog pollution and greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. Furthermore, EVs save energy by harnessing deceleration’s kinetic energy as an electricity source for their battery to use. Electric vehicles (EVs) consume significantly less gas than their gasoline-powered counterparts and can be charged through renewable energy…

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology enables fossil fuel or biomass energy plants to capture CO2, before it escapes into the atmosphere, and store it permanently underground, such as in salt aquifers or depleted oil fields. However, carbon dioxide can also be utilized for purposes that bring net climate benefits, such as enhanced oil recovery…

Energy policies play a crucial role in shaping decisions around production and use of energy resources, from taxes to incentives for investment and other means of altering behavior. Decisions we make about energy have far-reaching ramifications for climate, health and economy as well as our interactions with each other. Fossil Fuels Fossil fuels (coal, oil…

Climate change mitigation efforts focus on reducing emissions and expanding sinks, such as cutting energy consumption, transitioning to renewable sources of power and protecting biodiversity. Addition of market failures and imperfections can increase mitigation costs estimates; however, they also provide better insight into designing and implementing policies. Reforestation Reforestation, along with other environmental measures, is…

Mixed-use development is a popular urban design approach that blends residential, commercial and sometimes cultural or entertainment elements within one building or neighborhood. By creating a walkable sense of community, these types of developments provide many benefits for residents and the surrounding area. Moreover, the integration of multiple income streams provides resilience against market fluctuations.…

Green buildings incorporate sustainability principles into their design, construction and operation – including conserving natural resources, using recycled or nontoxic materials and raising awareness about environmental awareness and occupant health issues. Green building practices promote local sourcing, which not only stimulates the economy but also minimizes energy usage related to transport. They prioritize low-VOC products…