• Mixed-Use Development

    Mixed-Use Development

    Mixed-use development offers both residential and commercial real estate options within one building, creating a community that draws on different income streams while being resilient against economic fluctuations. Assess…

  • Green Buildings

    Green Buildings

    Green buildings reduce energy use, protect water resources and promote biodiversity – they’re essential elements in sustainable urban development and climate change mitigation strategies. Government policy can play an…

  • Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

    Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

    Sustainable urban infrastructure allows communities to thrive while simultaneously reducing carbon emissions and environmental impact, as well as providing resilient local economies and adhering to Sustainable Development Goals. Leading…

  • Transit-Oriented Development

    Transit-Oriented Development

    TOD (Transit-Oriented Development) is an urban development style focused around high quality transit services such as light rail and bus systems. TOD helps boost sustainable transit ridership while creating…

  • The Benefits of Energy Efficiency

    The Benefits of Energy Efficiency

    Energy efficiency is a cost-effective and proven means of cutting greenhouse gas emissions, and can eliminate energy waste while simultaneously lowering electricity bills and helping families meet their budgets….

  • The Three Pillars of Sustainable Development

    The Three Pillars of Sustainable Development

    Sustainable development rests on three pillars – economic, environmental and social. To be effective, policies in each of these areas must work hand-in-hand for maximum effect. Human needs continue…

  • The Benefits of Smart Grids

    The Benefits of Smart Grids

    The power grid is an intricate network that spans North America. It delivers electricity from generators through high-voltage transmission lines to lower-voltage distribution networks that deliver it directly to…

  • Smart Cities

    Smart Cities

    Smart cities utilize technology to address urban challenges, improve sustainability and efficiency while providing residents with greater convenience and quality of life. Smart city projects often entail public-private partnerships…

  • MaaS and Urban Mobility

    MaaS and Urban Mobility

    Urban mobility is at the core of everything we do as individuals and communities. It drives economic development while creating an inviting atmosphere for businesses to flourish in. Sustainable…

  • What Are the Benefits of Energy Storage?

    What Are the Benefits of Energy Storage?

    Energy storage allows renewable power sources like solar or wind to continue flowing into the grid even when sunlight or breeze are unavailable, helping ensure their output matches up…