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What Are Zoning Regulations?
Zoning regulations govern the size, density and placement of development on any property. They typically specify minimum distances (setbacks) from buildings to property lines and often involve approval processes…
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What Is Digital Governance?
Digital governance is the formal governance framework that enables businesses to conduct digital activities ethically and efficiently, avoid legal issues and cyber attacks, remain flexible when disruption strikes and…
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Building Trust Through Community Engagement
Community engagement takes many forms. From town hall meetings and surveys to spatial questionnaires and engagement portals, organizations can leverage tools that foster strong relationships and encourage community participation….
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The Environmental Benefits of Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicles (EVs) produce zero tailpipe emissions, helping reduce asthma-related hospital visits and health-care costs while being quieter, cheaper to operate and more enjoyable to drive than traditional vehicles….
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Carbon Capture and Storage
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is an industrial process for sequestering carbon dioxide emissions from source points like power plants or industrial facilities and transporting them for permanent storage…
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Climate Change Mitigation
Climate change mitigation refers to actions taken to decrease or prevent emissions of heat-trapping greenhouse gases (GHG), including using new technologies and renewable energies, improving existing equipment to increase…
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Energy Policy
Energy policy involves creating a framework that promotes sustainable energy use, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and provides reliable and affordable energy supply – while simultaneously raising awareness among citizens…
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Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use development is a growing trend in urban planning, providing many advantages such as reduced commuting times and boosting revenue streams. Mixed-use projects present both opportunities and challenges. A…
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Green Buildings Promote Healthy Indoor Environments
Green credentials of a building reflect its environmental standards. Green buildings utilize natural ventilation systems, access to sunlight and other features that promote healthy indoor environments. Many green buildings…
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Transit-Oriented Development
TOD (Transit-oriented Development) refers to development that maximizes the amount of residential and commercial space within walking distance from transit stations. TOD projects tend to focus within 1/4 to…