Policy
Atlanta's model for the future of urban green spaces
The multi-use BeltLine trail system is driving economic, environmental and cultural renewal — while saving the city millions of dollars. Read More
More mayors are appointing chief resilience officers
As cities take climate matters into their own hands, all 24 U.S. members of the 100 Resilient Cities Network have added the CRO title. Read More
Why 'cap and trade' is still the main way to price emissions
California has extended its system to price carbon, an initiative that has inspired significant emissions cuts, after building bipartisan support. So far, the idea has sprung up in 50 jurisdictions around the world. Read More
Miami makes solar mandatory for new houses
The South Miami City Commission in a 4-1 vote approved a law requiring solar panels to be installed on all new homes built in the city. Read More
Here's how cities can go completely renewable
A new handbook offers advice to cities willing to make the leap to join Frankfurt, Vancouver, San Francisco and more than 300 others in the transition to clean energy. Read More
Canada's cities confront climate change
Heavy rains causing floods and mudslides frequent, and heatwaves are more severe. The consequences for low-income households and older adults could be particularly serious. Read More
A bipartisan price on carbon? Here's what to watch for
The recently formed Climate Leadership Council has signed big founding backers like General Motors, PepsiCo and ExxonMobil in its bid to advance a "carbon dividend" model. Read More
Iconic New York beach gets climate-resilient boardwalk
It cost $70 million per mile to replace the Rockaway Beach dunes and walkway destroyed by Superstorm Sandy five years ago, a project emblematic of forward-thinking coastal development. Read More
A public-private recipe for sustainable urban development
The private sector is eager to help address the challenges of rapid urbanization. Here's how the United Nations Global Compact is helping inspire collaboration with cities and community governments. Read More
Phoenix launches a hub for the circular economy
A new incubator from the Arizona State University and the city of Phoenix finds ways for both public and private organizations to overhaul waste. Read More