Eau de Cité
Mapping the smells of a city may help governments plan better, richer cities, researchers argue.
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Can You Guess Someone’s Political Preferences by the Size of Their House?
The idea of the urban liberal and the rural conservative is not a new one, but it's shocking just how accurate that stereotype appears to be.
Your Cell Phone Data Shows How Much You Hang Out With Friends
Even in this Internet age, it's a lot.
Why Do Public Transit Systems Ignore the Poor?
Transportation planners have a tough time getting effective metrics for the social equity of their systems.
To Cool Cities, Build Them Tall and Shiny
A jungle of reflective skyscrapers will usually be better off than a low-lying district of similarly shaped townhouses.
Density Boondoggles: Innovation Districts
Migration, not greater density, drives technological change.
The 30 Top Thinkers Under 30: The Coach Pop Fan Who Wants to Create a Culture of Excellence in the Public Sector
For the month of April we're profiling the individuals who made our inaugural list of the 30 top thinkers under 30, the young men and women we predict will have a serious impact on the social, political, and economic issues we cover every day here at Pacific Standard.
In Battle Against Climate Change, Cities Are Left All Alone
Cities must play a critical role in shifting the world to a fossil fuel-free future. So why won't anybody help them?
Is There a Solution to America’s Obsession With Lawn Care?
Irrigation and fertilization use varies across and even within cities. Sustainable management plans must rely on a more targeted approach.
Walkability Boondoggle
Making your city walkable isn't enough to attract and retain talent. People follow jobs, not sidewalks.