Sustainability

Cities Retrofit United Nations’ Goals to Remake the World

“The work of U.S. mayors and regional leaders has taken global center stage,” said the director of Brookings’ Metropolitan Policy Program.

  • By Dave Nyczepir

How Sustainable Is Your City?

An Ohio city was named most sustainable for the second year in a row in Site Selection's annual rankings.

  • By Kate Elizabeth Queram

Maine’s Offshore Wind Promise Goes Unfulfilled, Advocates Say

Proponents of the renewable energy hope the state’s next governor embraces new technology local universities are developing to advance the industry.

  • By Dave Nyczepir

Houston's Former Mayor Still Waiting for an 'Adequate' Federal Response to Hurricane Harvey

Plus her thoughts on how the city balances industry with environmental sustainability.

  • By Dave Nyczepir

Making the Business Case for Cities-Driven Climate Protections

“Today it is no longer the case that greater prosperity means increased carbon emissions,” said Phoenix's mayor, ahead of the U.S. Conference of Mayors 85th Annual Meeting in Miami Beach this weekend.

  • By Dave Nyczepir

Taking City Sustainability to the Next Level

“[T]here’s no question we can’t rely on Washington, D.C., to lead if we are going to make any progress toward our climate goals,” San José Mayor Sam Liccardo said.

  • By Dave Nyczepir

Smart City Development Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

Chula Vista took a decade to ensure the West Coast’s largest waterfront smart development is built with sustainability in mind.

  • By Dave Nyczepir

Detroit Mini-Park Revitalization Project Looks to Improve Neglected Parcels

The Knight Cities Challenge awards 'Give a Park, Get a Park' proposal a major grant to better manage city resources and work with local property owners.

  • By Dave Nyczepir
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