Urban Sprawl and Wildfires: A Dire Combination for Californians
It's not just climate change that's making the disasters worse, it's the increased building within areas deemed particularly vulnerable to fire.
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Preserving Mexico City’s Ecologically Vital Urban Forest
A massive nature preserve exists inside one of the world's largest megacities, and it's continued existence is vital to the urban area's water supplies and ecosystems.
The Cul-de-Sac Nightmare
Human health and the environment have suffered from urban planning trends dating to the 1920s, but that trend is starting to reverse.
Robotic Ride-Shares Could Have Human Impact
Rumors abound that Google is entering into the ride-share race with its self-driving cars. Could that change the face of our cities?