America’s Urban Trees Are Disappearing
We're losing about 36 million trees every year, according to a new study.
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Just How Many Americans Are at Risk for a 100-Year Flood?
A new report shows that FEMA's flood hazard maps may be dangerously outdated.
Is It Time for U.S. Cities to Consider Implementing Congestion Charges?
New York City could soon be the first American urban center to implement this strategy to ease congestion and speed up commute times.
Does Light Pollution Increase the Spread of Disease?
Many issues are exacerbated by light pollution, and new research suggests the spread of West Nile virus may be another one.
Long Beach Is Trying to Beat the Heat
Sea-level rise is often a primary concern for communities coping with climate change, but in Long Beach the government is worried more about the heat.
The Intersection of Design and Social Justice in Black America
A conversation with Michelle Joan Wilkinson about the exhibit she curated for the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture.
How Urbanism Can Help Houston Recover From Hurricane Harvey
Here are three policies that officials should adopt to help the sprawling city keep housing affordable after a terrible storm.
How California Can Mitigate Future Wildfire Damage
We have a pretty good idea of why some structures are more vulnerable to fire than others, but will those in power act on that information?
Can Google Finally Create a Successful ‘Smart City’?
Many have attempted, and failed, to integrate technology into urban planning. and now Sidewalk Labs is trying it again in Toronto.
Can Innovative Knowledge Systems Help Cities Prepare for Natural Disasters?
Recent extreme weather events show how the outdated and imperfect information systems used by cities exacerbates the devastation.