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Transit-oriented development (TOD) is an exciting new approach to community building. Transit villages are compact and walkable communities designed around high quality public transit networks that reduce congestion, cut down pollution emissions, and make travel simpler for people without access to cars. TOD areas are usually constructed around bus or train stations with housing, stores…

Energy efficiency is one of the easiest, least-expensive, and cleanest ways to combat climate pollution. At NRDC, we work to strengthen state and federal efficiency standards for buildings and appliances; advocate for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure investments; and support behaviour change initiatives. Efficiency can also make the power grid more reliable and resistant to…

Sustainable development refers to meeting people’s current needs while protecting future ones in an integrated fashion, across social, environmental and economic spheres. Countries around the world are taking great strides toward meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, but more needs to be done. You can contribute by supporting brands that prioritize climate goals…

Smart cities rely on technologies such as cloud computing, AI, IoT, augmented reality edge and blockchain to collect data quickly and solve issues as soon as they arise. This enables them to improve efficiency and quality of service to citizens. New York City uses smart water sensors to track usage and alert residents when there…

Smart grids represent a major advance in our electric power infrastructure. They offer greater reliability and security, allow renewable sources to be integrated, reduce frequency of outages while shortening duration as well as facilitate renewable integration. In order to reach our goals, we must invest in new technology and streamline work processes – but these…

Urban mobility is a complex issue that demands innovative and holistic solutions. Expanding car-centric infrastructure has only increased urban sprawl and congestion, creating an endless cycle of ever-increasing demand for transport infrastructure. Sustainable urban mobility involves both social and environmental considerations. New citizen habits, technological disruption, and the desire to preserve the environment all play…

Energy storage involves collecting and storing energy for use later. There are various means by which this can be accomplished, from batteries that provide electricity services at consumers’ homes to pumped hydro and thermal ice storage technologies. These technologies enable renewable energy expansion and contribute to our goal of reaching net-zero energy consumption in the…

Zoning regulations govern what forms of development and operation use are permitted on a tract of land. Municipalities divide districts and neighborhoods into zones to facilitate economic development, control traffic flow, manage noise levels, provide adequate living space for residents and protect certain resources. Regulated areas typically set size, density, and location requirements – including…

Land use planning refers to the practice of developing guidelines for exploiting land resources in an area, which govern where and how homes, factories and farms should be situated within it. Making a sound plan requires considering all relevant environmental, socioeconomic and environmental considerations. Urbanization Urbanization is an integral component of land use planning. It…

Digital governance refers to the principles, norms, rules and decision-making procedures that guide how technologies develop. It ensures transparency, accountability and security within data management practices. Create a balance between security and information sharing among departments and external partners in order to facilitate improved collaboration, drive innovation, and enable efficient service delivery. Transparency Transparency in…