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Cities house over half the world's population and drive more than 80% of global GDP—but many struggle to finance the infrastructure needed for sustainable growth. In this episode of IFC Audio Stories, we explore how IFC helps cities unlock capital through subnational financing. From identifying bankable projects to deploying loans, IFC experts share insights into how municipalities can build inclusive and resilient futures.
This book is intended to be about the war waged by New York Community activists who created healthy urban growth. It is not about Trump. His hope is that communities around the country can learn from his experience and work to plan healthy, vibrant, sustainable communities – one building, one street, town, and city at a time.”Turf War goes beyond the national headlines to reveal the strategies, personalities, politics, and economics that led to a redefined proposal. Television City would have occupied the largest piece of privately owned undeveloped land in Manhattan, the abandoned Penn Central Railyard.This book encourages developers to Design alternative plans that promote healthy, safe, and sustainable places. https://www.amazon.com/Turf-War-Activists-Donald-Masterpiece/dp/1665763531http://www.yourlotandparcel.org
Robert Feldman, cofounder, president, CEO, WOWS Insurance Services, discusses how the Los Angeles wildfires highlight the increasing challenges insurers face in high-risk areas and innovative strategies to mitigate risk and stabilize the market.
Are you interested in urban ecosystem services? Summary of the article titled How ecosystem services drive urban growth: Integrating nature-based solutions from 2021 by Haozhi Pan, Jessica Page, Cong Cong, Stephan Barthel, and Zahra Kalantari, published in the Anthropocene journal. This is a great preparation to our next interview with Hudson Worsley in episode 280 talking about ecosystem services for urban futures. Since we are investigating the future of cities, I thought it would be interesting to see how ecosystem services are influencing urban growth. This article highlights the connection between human decisions, ecosystem services, and land cover changes in urban areas. As the most important things, I would like to highlight 3 aspects: Place-specific strategies are crucial for managing urban expansion while maintaining ecosystem services. Ecosystem services are a major driver of urban growth, especially in areas with high accessibility to nature. Urban planners must use nature-based solutions to balance development and ecosystem preservation. You can find the article through this link. Abstract: Addressing urban challenges with nature-based approaches can improve and protect ecosystem services. Yet, urban planning has not efficiently integrated such approaches to manage land use. This paper examines interactions between human and natural systems that result in ecosystem services and changes in land use and land cover in urban areas. It develops a social-ecological model for land use and land cover change, and for ecosystems services that integrates nature-based solutions in urban planning. The model treats spatial variations in ecosystems services as both drivers and consequences of human decision-making in choosing commercial and residential locations that drive land use and land cover change. We tested the social-ecological model in Stockholm County, Sweden, on a 30 × 30 m grid. Results show that accessibility in ecosystem services drives urban residential and commercial development, characterized by non-linearity. Areas around existing urban centers show high accessibility in ecosystem services and high development probabilities, whereas smaller population centers in large areas enjoy high accessibility to ecosystem services and low urban development probabilities. Model results suggest place-specific nature-based strategies for addressing the heterogeneous spatial relationships between ecosystem services and urban development. Connecting episodes you might interested in: No.257R - Formal Model for Green Urbanism in Smart Cities No.258 - Interview with Matt Gijselman about blue and green infrastructure No.267R - Actualising children's ideas for health-promoting neighbourhoods through impactful co-design: insights from children and adult decision-makers You can find the transcript through this link. What wast the most interesting part for you? What questions did arise for you? Let me know on Twitter @WTF4Cities or on the wtf4cities.com website where the shownotes are also available. I hope this was an interesting episode for you and thanks for tuning in. Music by Lesfm from Pixabay
Join us for an insightful conversation with Alison Zelms, City Administrator of Rochester, Minnesota. Discover how Rochester is transforming from a "big little city" to a "little big city," blending global ambitions with its beloved local charm. Learn how strategic partnerships and destination marketing are shaping Rochester's identity as a city where world-class medical innovation meets an exceptional quality of life.
Join us as we sit down with Stanley Harvey, General Superintendent of the United Pentecostal Church of Australia and Pastor of the Pentecostals of Sydney. Reverend Harvey shares his insights on leading a vibrant urban church in the heart of Sydney, a city bustling with challenges and opportunities. Discover how he navigates the complexities of urban growth, drives expansion without the conventional resources like ample parking, and implements his visionary leadership to foster both local and national church development. Throughout the discussion, Reverend Harvey reveals the strategies behind his effective management of dual leadership roles and how he balances the pressures of organizational and personal life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in learning about innovative leadership in dynamic settings and the power of vision in overcoming obstacles to church growth.Connect with Stanley Harvey:Facebook: Stanley HarveyInstagram: stanharveyposEmail: stan.harvey@upca.org.auPurchase The Christian Leader Blueprint book today: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprintbookDownload The Christian Leader Blueprint – Short Guide (Free): https://www.ryanfranklin.org/blueprint Take the Christian Leader™ Self-Assessment (Free):https://www.ryanfranklin.org/clselfassessment Learn more about the BRAND-NEW Christian Leader™ Community Coaching:https://www.ryanfranklin.org/communitycoaching YouTube and Audio Podcast: https://www.ryanfranklin.org/leaderpodcast Connect with Ryan: Email: info@ryanfranklin.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rnfranklin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rnfranklin/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rnfranklin/ Audio mastering by Apostolic Audio: https://www.apostolic-audio.com#leadership, #thoughtleadership, #ministry, #pastor, #pastors, #churches, #leadershiptraining, #churchleader, #churchleaders, #influence, #leadershipdevelopment, #coaching, #executivecoach, #leadershipcoaching, #productivitycoach, #productivity, #growthmindset, #theproductiveleader, #ChristianLeader, #ChristianLeadership, #LeadershipPodcast, #FaithAndBusiness, #PodcastInterview, #ChristianEntrepreneurship, #KingdomImpact, #PodcastInspiration, #LeadershipJourney, #PurposeDriven, #ChristianPodcast, #LeadershipEssentials, #LeadershipFundamentalsSend us a Text Message.
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Join us for an insightful discussion on urban development as we connect with Clarence Wong, Vice President at Investec Consulting. Born and raised in Edmonton, Clarence's background includes a BSc in Civil Engineering and a Master of Engineering Degree in Construction Management from the University of Alberta. His 20-year career spans consulting and public service, with experience in Transportation Planning, City Planning, and leading roles in both Provincial and Municipal levels.In this episode, Clarence shares his journey from working with the City of Edmonton to his current role at Invistec, outlining the differences between the public and private sectors. Listeners can expect to hear about some of the challenges, but also opportunities, that emerge in balancing municipal needs with private development interests. Clarence provides a deep dive into the decision-making processes, highlighting the distinct motivations and objectives that drive each sector.Edmonton's City Plan comes to the forefront of the discussion as Clarence touches on some of the collaborative efforts required to meet densification goals, such as removing barriers and creating incentives to catalyze infill development. He shares valuable insights into the infrastructure requirements from an engineering perspective, emphasizing the holistic life cycle approach needed to create vibrant communities.Tune in to learn more about the dynamics of public and private and the role each sector plays in building inclusive, sustainable communities.
Pune is one of India's fastest growing cities, but also one that is crying for its transport infrastructure to be transformed, even overhauled. What are the areas of concern, and how can policymakers work with civil society and the government to make this happen? Sachin Kalbag of Takshashila and Pune's leading subject matter expert Sanskriti Menon, Senior Programme Director at the Centre for Environment Education, discuss this vital topic. Do check out Takshashila's public policy courses: https://school.takshashila.org.in/courses We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. https://twitter.com/IVMPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/ivmpodcasts/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/ivmpodcasts/ You can check out our website at https://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/featured Follow the show across platforms: Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Gaana, Amazon Music Do share the word with your folks !! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Clark County Council will hold a public hearing on proposed housing code amendments and comprehensive plan text amendments to encourage the development of affordable housing in the unincorporated Vancouver Urban Growth Area. https://tinyurl.com/5aht2d5e #ClarkCountycouncil #ProposedHousigCodeAmendents #UnincoporatedVancouverUrbanGrowthArea #PublicHearing #PublicService Center #ProposedComprehensivePlanTextAmendments #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday
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Endless developments in the treasure Valley have created a controversy.
Public meeting on proposed housing code amendments for unincorporated Vancouver Urban Growth Area set for March 23. https://bit.ly/3JbySJQ #ClarkCountyCouncil #HousingOptionsStudyAndActionPlan #ProposedHousingCodeAmendments #UnincorporatedVancouver #UrbanGrowthArea #MiddleHousing #SmallerSingleFamilyStrategies #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday
India's patterns of urban growth came under sharp focus during the Covid-19 pandemic. Many highlighted the poor quality of urban services as contributors to the spread of the same. The pandemic laid bare many pre-existing deficiencies in urban governance that have continued to plague India's urban areas.As India continues to grow and urbanize, the municipal bodies that govern our cities are increasing in relevance. There is a huge diversity of municipal bodies in India—from nagar panchayats or town panchayats at the lowest level to municipalities and municipal corporations. In addition, we have specialised bodies like the DDA in Delhi and the MMRDA in Mumbai responsible for urban planning and development.Cities also have specialized bodies for water and sewerage, transport, and electricity services. The composition, lines of responsibility and accountability, and the manner of appointment and selection varies for each type of body. In most cases, both the state and the local governments have complementary or overlapping powers with respect to such services. And, few municipal bodies are completely financially autonomous of state governments and completely responsible to the residents of the municipality.Given this institutional structure for urban governance, how do we achieve better outcomes in terms of service delivery? Do we need to change how these institutions are designed and their composition and powers? Or are there other solutions that we should explore? In this episode of Interpreting India, Matthew Glasser joins Anirudh Burman to answer these questions.--Episode ContributorsMatthew Glasser is currently the director for municipal law and finance at the Centre for Urban Law and Finance in Africa. Prior to this, he has been the lead urban specialist for the World Bank and has also worked extensively in India and the United States. He has authored a World Bank report titled “Institutional Models for Governance of Urban Services”.Anirudh Burman is an associate research director and fellow at Carnegie India. He works on key issues relating to public institutions, public administration, the administrative and regulatory state, and state capacity.--Additional ReadingInstitutional Models for Governance of Urban Services: Volume 1—Synthesis Report December 2021 by Matthew GlasserUnderstanding Institutions and Accountability Mechanisms in Urban Governance by Anirudh Burman--
Joining Tom now are three excellent reporters who have collaborated on a documentary that explores the consequences of tax breaks that the city of Baltimore offers to developers. The intention of these tax breaks is to spur economic growth, but as the film points out, assessing the impact of these muti-million dollar financial incentives is often difficult to do. Stephen Janis and Taya Graham are reporters at the Real News Network. Jayne Miller is an award-winning former investigative reporter with WBAL Television. Their documentary, based on their RNN investigative series and podcast, is called Tax Broke: The inside story of how Baltimore's inclusionary housing bill got hollowed out, and how activists hope to fix it. They join Tom here in Studio A… The three reporters will host a free screening of their film at the Charles Theater next Thursday night at 7:00. To sign up for the event, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first episode of the DFW Breakdown podcast in 2023 takes a look at the growing town of Argyle, where roads are straining under rapid population growth, along with a new report showing alarming maternal mortality numbers in Texas. Community Impact reporters Michael Crouchley and Hannah Norton weigh in. The DFW Breakdown is a production of Community Impact. This episode was produced by Olivia Aldridge with assistance from Summer El-Shahawy and editing by Marie Leonard. ***Link to patron program: www.communityimpact.com/patron
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Herb Emery is an economist at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton.
John MacKenzie chats with Associate professor Lisa Law, Chair of Tropical Urbanism & Design at JCU Cairns, to better understand the future urban growth and living in tropical north Queensland. Cairns' population is expected to boom in the coming decades, with some forecasts predicting that up to 460,000 people may call our region home by the middle of this century. Lisa spoke of the need for innovative housing and planning designs that allow for higher-density living whilst balancing the preservation of green spaces that we all currently enjoy.
In this episode, Ryan and Mariah talk to Lindsey Butterfield the City of Edmonton's Director of Open Space and Urban Growth. Lindsey chats with Ryan and Mariah about how the City uses data to make decisions on where to invest in growth, infrastructure and open space in the city. Lindsey also shares more information about how Edmonton is changing its growth pattern over time to be financially sustainable, climate resilient and equitable - all of which have big impacts on infill! Listen to the end to hear more about one of Mariahs' and Ryans' favourite new neighbourhoods. And here is the interactive map mentioned in the episode! https://www.edmonton.ca/activities_parks_recreation/parks-river-valleyLindsey Butterfield is a Registered Professional Planner. She has worked as a city planner in Metro Edmonton for two decades, first in the City of Spruce Grove, and for the last seven years with the City of Edmonton. After several years leading the Regional Development team, she took on the task of starting the growth management framework, a key pillar of implementing Edmonton's City Plan and a deep dive into city parks, leading the Urban Growth and Open Space section. Lindsey has a particular passion for long range city planning policy, and having recently completed a certificate in mediation, is excited to take on new challenges that hone her new skills in mediation and negotiation. Lindsey loves a crunchy problem that brings together different subject matter experts so that she's always doing something new and creative! Lindsey enjoys the discovery of a new saison on the patio of a local brewery, family ski trips, and checking out new restaurants around Edmonton. She holds a Master's degree from Dalhousie University in Urban and Rural Planning.
Registered Professional Planner Talk with Lindsey ButterfieldLindsey Butterfield is a Registered Professional Planner and Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners. She has worked as a city planner in the Edmonton Metro region for nearly two decades, and is passionate about improving the places we live and work in. Lindsey is currently the Director of Urban Growth and Open Space for the City of Edmonton, working on too many interesting projects to list here with a wonderful team.DescriptionUrban and land use planners develop plans and recommend policies for managing land use, physical facilities and associated services for urban and rural areas and remote regions. They are employed by all levels of government, land developers, engineering and other consulting companies, or may work as private consultants.Job ForecastThe job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.Employment RequirementsA bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, geography, architecture, engineering or a related discipline is required.A master's degree in one of these disciplines may be required.Membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners is usually required.Membership in a provincial planning institute may be required in some provinces.Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is offered by the Canada Green Building Council and may be required by some employers.Stressed about work? Check out our Career Crisis Interview Series: https://thejobtalk.com/help
Guest: Graeme Stewart, Principal at ERA Architects and founding director of the Centre for Urban Growth and Renewal
For years, the underdeveloped 200 block of Gay Street has acted as a barrier to visitors exploring downtown Knoxville in its entirety. But a major development plan recently announced for the block would include more than 20,000 square feet of commercial space across two buildings, with more than 50 residential units and a pedestrian plaza. This week's episode explores how developing the 200 block could transform downtown, with Ryan Wilusz and Brenna McDermott discussing the types of businesses that could thrive, the architectural appropriateness and a variety of other factors that could make this project a success. "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com.
Elena and Derek Holtzclaw sit with Lurie to discuss their non-profit organization, The Urban Growth Initiative, a youth-centered community development initiative. The youth-driven enterprise operations that focuses on developing economic growth in minority communities.Follow Lurie Daniel Favors @LurieFavors on Twitter and listen to her live M-F, 10 a.m.-noon ET on SiriusXM, Ch. 126.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
West Downtown Knoxville, a term coined on this week's episode, seems disconnected from Gay Street and the center of the city. But why? Brenna McDermott, growth and development editor at Knox News, joins as a guest host to discuss how this part of town could soon experience major changes that re-think how locals experience the area. "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com.
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The discussion will be about the role of urban growth, poor governance, political patronage, poverty and illiteracy, and the mushrooming of the gangs in the country. A talk by Beatrix Chepkoech, Ms Joyce Kimani, Mohammed Mwinyi, Esther Njeri and Willie Oeba Midrift Human Rights Network, GI-TOC, Youth Bila Noma. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy
Tarun Nair is a herpetologist and conservationist associated with the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and Environment (ATREE), Bangalore (but views expressed on this podcast are personal). He has worked extensively in river systems across North India, rallying around the enigmatic Gharial. Key popular articles: Crocodile conservation doesn't need a straw-man Saltwater crocodiles in the Andaman and Nicobar have a PR problem Of Government, God and Gharial: the ecological pogrom in Chambal's badlands Key Journal articles: Rigorous gharial population estimation in the Chambal: implications for conservation and management of a globally threa-tened crocodilian River dolphin distribution in regulated river systems: implications for dry-season flow regimes in the Gangetic basin Shownotes: Valley School and Jiddu Krishnamurti Madras Crocodile Bank Trust (MCBT) Gharial rivers: Chambal (primarily National Chambal Sanctuary), Son, Gandak, Tons, Betwa Dr Jagdish Krishnaswamy Imran Siddiqui and HyTiCoS Rural emmigration and conservation opportunities - papers shared by Tarun (An upside to globalization: International outmigration drives reforestation in Nepal | Implications of Rural–Urban Migration for Conservation of the Atlantic Forest and Urban Growth in Argentina)
Urban heat islands occur in areas containing more impervious surfaces and fewer natural environments. The day and night surface temperature is higher in urban heat islands than in surrounding areas. During heat waves, this can lead to greater numbers of heat-related illnesses and deaths. Landsat satellites collect data on surface temperature and vegetative change that can help cities mitigate the heat stresses for residents, especially in a warming climate. For this episode of Eyes on Earth, we hear about how a mapping project involving Landsat data helped the New York City Council identify urban heat islands.
O mundo suburbano nos EUA é tradicionalmente vendido por filmes e seriados de televisão como um lugar agradável e repleto de pessoas felizes. De fato, uma parcela significativa da população estadunidense vive em áreas de subúrbio. Contudo, diferente do dia-a-dia idílico das cenas da cultura de massas, o sonho americano tem produzido pesadelos suburbanos nos últimos anos: hipotecas impagáveis, dívidas familiares, poluição e destruição ambiental. Uma solução mágica para os problemas dessa sociedade do consumo desenfreado tem sido vendido por alguns programas de TV na forma do movimento das "tiny houses" — casas pequeninas. Neste programa falamos dos problemas e dos limites desse fenômeno. 00:02:15 — Conversa LINKS Conheça uma família que resolveu mudar de vida e abriu mão de quase tudo o que tinha — R7 Pequena casa sobre rodas lança estilo de vida simples — Fantástico Conheça a mini casa brasileira — Visita Record Tiny House Nation — Netflix Dolores Hayden. Building Suburbia. Green Fields and Urban Growth, 1820–2000 Exposição e catálogo Home Delivery: Fabricating the Modern Dwelling (MoMA, 2008) Megan Carras. 'Tiny house, big impact?' : an investigation into the 'rise' of the Tiny Home Lifestyle (THL) in the United States Laura Watt. Politics of Anthropocene Consumption: Dipesh Chakrabarty and Three College Courses Cartinhas do @leonardoc2o no Twitter MÚSICAS Inverno, de Zé Wisnik, Elza Soares e Jussara Silveira. Playlist no Spotify NA INTERNET foradeprumo.com Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube. REDES SOCIAIS Arthur, Gabriel, Natália, Victor.
Urban heat islands occur in areas containing more impervious surfaces and fewer natural environments. The day and night surface temperature is higher in urban heat islands than in surrounding areas. During heat waves, this can
Urban heat islands occur in areas containing more impervious surfaces and fewer natural environments. The day and night surface temperature is higher in urban heat islands than in surrounding areas. During heat waves, this can lead to greater numbers of heat-related illnesses and deaths. Landsat satellites collect data on surface temperature and vegetative change that can help cities mitigate the heat stresses for residents, especially in a warming climate. For this episode of Eyes on Earth, we hear about how a mapping project involving Landsat data helped the New York City Council identify urban heat islands.
The National Land Cover Database, or NLCD, was the first and remains the most well-known set of satellite-based land cover mapping products released by EROS. It sorts the each 30-by-30-meter plot of land in the United States into a land cover class, such as cropland, pasture, high-intensity developed, deciduous forest, and the like. It also includes information on impervious urban surfaces, forest canopy cover and more. For this episode of Eyes on Earth, we hear about the latest release, NLCD 2019, the importance of land cover, and how mapping teams at EROS work together to produce accurate, reliable information.
The National Land Cover Database, or NLCD, was the first and remains the most well-known set of satellite-based land cover mapping products released by EROS. It sorts the each 30-by-30-meter plot of land in the United States into
The National Land Cover Database, or NLCD, was the first and remains the most well-known set of satellite-based land cover mapping products released by EROS. It sorts the each 30-by-30-meter plot of land in the United States into a land cover class, such as cropland, pasture, high-intensity developed, deciduous forest, and the like. It also includes information on impervious urban surfaces, forest canopy cover and more. For this episode of Eyes on Earth, we hear about the latest release, NLCD 2019, the importance of land cover, and how mapping teams at EROS work together to produce accurate, reliable information.
The Team discusses one of the most unique aspects of the city of Portland: the Urban Growth Boundary, with the goal of using urban land wisely, containing growth and protecting our natural resources. If you are having trouble finding a home in Portland to buy, maybe it is time to think outside the PDX and think about an idyllic smaller town minutes away from the city. Andrew and Audra discuss their favorite cute towns in which they have found great homes for folks. Audra's Newsletter:Summer came early to us here in the PNW! But I won't complain because my kids are outside, with friends (and masks) and just running around. It's magic. And after the last 15 months I take every.single.lovely. moment with gratitude. Big news in our neighborhood: a big, middle age, cedar had to come down. It was such a lovely tree too! It shaded us from the hot west sunsets and provided a nice privacy barrier between us and our neighbors. But it also helped squirrels access our attic and ever so slightly (or not!) pushed in the foundation wall of our neighbor's home. We all know this is no bueno right? So we had to say good bye to the tree. Homeowners Tip: please do not plant large trees close to your homes. Keep them at a distance to prevent damage to your homes and wallet when the tree needs to come down. Other happenings: Check out the new mural at Bridlemile Elementary School! We are involved with Project Color Corps, which has a mission to bring student inspired murals to life at their schools. Next up: De La Salle North! If you are interested in finding out about ways to get involved, please reach out to Audra @ audra@portlandishome.com
Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward says her city can once again “grow and evolve in ways that truly reflect the community's vision.” Ontario's minister of municipal affairs and housing, during a media event at Burlington city hall on Tuesday morning, announced that Burlington will be allowed to adjust the boundary of its existing provincial Urban Growth Centre (UGC) designation. Steve Clark said the adjustment of the boundary of the UGC, once centred on the downtown core, will move the focus of the designation to the Burlington GO Station. The West End Home Builders' Association says it is disappointed by the removal of the Downtown Burlington Urban Growth Centre. “In the middle of a housing crisis within a region challenged to achieve existing growth expectations”, association CEO Mike Collins-Williams said “now is not the time to remove opportunities for new housing supply in complete communities.” GUEST: Michael Collins-Williams, Chief Executive Officer of the West End Home Builders' Association See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timothy Beatley is the Teresa Heinz Professor of Sustainable Communities at the School of Architecture at the University of Virginia, where he has taught for over twenty-five years. His primary teaching and research interests are in environmental planning and policy, with a special emphasis on coastal and natural hazards planning, environmental values and ethics, and biodiversity conservation. He has published extensively in these areas, including the following books: Ethical Land Use; Habitat Conservation Planning: Endangered Species and Urban Growth; Natural Hazard Mitigation; and An Introduction to Coastal Zone Management. In recent years much of his research and writing has been focused on the subject of sustainable communities and creative strategies by which cities and towns can reduce their ecological footprints, while at the same time becoming more livable and equitable places. His books that explore these issues include Biophilic Cities, Resilient Cities, and Blue Urbanism (Island Press). In The Bird-Friendly City: Creating Safe Urban Habitats (Island Press, 2020), Timothy Beatley, a longtime advocate for intertwining the built and natural environments, takes readers on a global tour of cities that are reinventing the status quo with birds in mind. Efforts span a fascinating breadth of approaches: public education, urban planning and design, habitat restoration, architecture, art, civil disobedience, and more. Beatley shares empowering examples, including: advocates for “catios,” enclosed outdoor spaces that allow cats to enjoy backyards without being able to catch birds; a public relations campaign for vultures; and innovations in building design that balance aesthetics with preventing bird strikes. Through these changes and the others Beatley describes, it is possible to make our urban environments more welcoming to many bird species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Matt spent summers there as a kid, Nancy lived there from 2004-2019. With the help of some fine tequila, they talk about what happened to Portland, based in part on Nancy's reporting for Reason magazine
On this episode of Feudal Future, hosts Joel Kotkin and Marshall Toplansky are joined by Austin Williams. Austin Rhys Williams is course leader/senior lecturer in PG Dip Professional Practice in Architecture at Kingston School of Art; and honorary research fellow at XJTLU University in China.He is the director of the Future Cities Project, China correspondent for the Architectural Review and has written for a range of publications; from the Times Literary Supplement to Top Gear; from Dezeen to The Economist.His latest books are "China's Urban Revolution: Understanding Chinese Eco-cities" (Bloomsbury, 2017) and "New Chinese Architecture: Twenty Women Building the Future" (Thames & Hudson, forthcoming, 2019). His previous books include: "The Enemies of Progress", "The Future of Community" and "The Lure of the City". He co-founded the mantownhuman manifesto (featured in Penguin Classics "100 Artists' Manifestos") and the New Narratives initiative. (Kingston)Learn more about Austin Williams here: https://bit.ly/37WjUG8Join the 'Beyond Feudalism' Facebook group to share your story, ask questions and connect with other citizen leaders: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beyondfeudalismTweet thoughts: @joelkotkin, @mtoplansky, #FeudalFuture #BeyondFeudalismLearn more about Joel's book 'The Coming of Neo-Feudalism': https://amzn.to/3a1VV87Sign Up For News & Alerts: http://joelkotkin.com/#subscribeThis show is presented by the Chapman Center for Demographics and Policy, which focuses on research and analysis of global, national and regional demographic trends and explores policies that might produce favorable demographic results over time.
Photographer & Conservationist Mahesh Bhat talks to host Pavan Srinath about the long struggle to rejuvenate and conserve the Hesaraghatta ecosystem at the edge of Bengaluru.The Hesaraghatta region to the Northwest of the growing city of Bengaluru and west of Yelahanka, has a history going back to a millenium. In modern times, the Hesaraghatta lake or reservoir became the first source of piped water to Bengaluru in 1890s. But since then, Hesaraghatta and the Arkavathy catchment have fallen victim to neglect, poor maintenance, and unplanned urban growth.Mahesh Bhat is a photographer and filmmaker with over 30 years of experience, and currently teaches at the Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology. A resident of Hesaraghatta, he has worked with many others to safeguard Hesaraghatta's rich grasslands and rejuvenate the lake over the last 15 years. The Arkavathy & Kumudvathi River Rejuvenation Trust that he is a part of, has tirelessly fought to create a Greater Hesaraghatta Conservation Zone, whose fate continues to remain unknown even in February 2021.To read more about the conservation and rejuvenation efforts at Hesaraghatta, visit tiny.cc/harate87 for more links.ಫಾಲೋ ಮಾಡಿ. Follow the Thalé-Haraté Kannada Podcast @haratepod. Facebook: facebook.com/HaratePod/ , Twitter: twitter.com/HaratePod/ and Instagram: instagram.com/haratepod/ಈಮೇಲ್ ಕಳಿಸಿ, send us an email at haratepod@gmail.com and tell us what you think of the show. The Thale-Harate Kannada Podcast is made possible thanks to the support of The Takshashila Institution and IPSMF, the Independent Public-Spirited Media Foundation.
You can download the e-reader friendly version here. Is Climate Change Going To Stifle Urban Growth? South Asia is home to some of the most vulnerable countries in the world when it comes to climate change. Tabadlab Policy Roundtable hosted a conversation with experts in urban infrastructure, climate change, geography, forestry, and agriculture from Pakistan, India and Afghanistan. The panelists discussd issues of governance and planning, urban transport, water management, and the awareness of climate change in South Asia. Featured Panelists Muhammad Rizwan is a Senior Transportation Engineer Marvi Mazhar is an Architect and Heritage Consultant Nasratullah Elham is a Climate Justice Activist, Founder and President LPV Dr. Gopa Samanta is a Professor of Geography at the University of Burdwan, India Discussion Summary Urban Planning in Coastal Cities With only 30 percent of India’s population living in cities, the urban growth rate is high. The government needs to plan ahead for the impact of climate change on coastal cities, particularly as cyclones, flooding, and lockdowns become a stark reality. Even in Karachi, reclamation has gone unchecked with no thought to rising water levels or flooding. Trusting the Experts South Asian countries are held back because projects are led by bureaucrats and not professionals, especially when it comes to the improvement of drainage systems. Cities, like Karachi, need to have qualified experts devise a clear framework to tackle the planning and implementation of complex environmental issues arising. Skilled overseas Pakistanis are also a great resource to utilize for expertise. Mapping the Neighbourhood Constant construction and cementization has led to no urban spaces being planned. Hence, the need for effective mapping and urban design is essential to plan spaces through an evidence-based approach. Cities should also plan walking and cycling paths for reduced vehicle use. They should provide good public transport systems, like buses, to reduce the use of motorcycles, and support shorter car trips. Autonomy in Urban Governance The 74th constitutional amendment in India has encouraged participation in urban governance. Yet funding is dependent on the state, meaning that central and local schemes mix up urban planning and infrastructure instead comes under specific departments rather than local governments. Cities also have no independent plans for tackling climate change, leaving that to the state. Climate Change Diplomacy Interdependence and globalization cause cities and countries to affect each other’s environment through shared coastal ecosystems, rivers or even just geographical proximity. The political relations in the South Asian region are affecting the development of sustainable energy solutions. Climate Awareness Cities like Kabul, which are developing countries, are highly vulnerable to climate change but are, at least for now, more focused more on their economic progress and st
You can download the e-reader friendly version here. Is Climate Change Going To Stifle Urban Growth? South Asia is home to some of the most vulnerable countries in the world when it comes to climate change. Tabadlab Policy Roundtable hosted a conversation with experts in urban infrastructure, climate change, geography, forestry, and agriculture from Pakistan, India and Afghanistan. The panelists discussd issues of governance and planning, urban transport, water management, and the awareness of climate change in South Asia. Featured Panelists Muhammad Rizwan is a Senior Transportation Engineer Marvi Mazhar is an Architect and Heritage Consultant Nasratullah Elham is a Climate Justice Activist, Founder and President LPV Dr. Gopa Samanta is a Professor of Geography at the University of Burdwan, India Discussion Summary Urban Planning in Coastal Cities With only 30 percent of India’s population living in cities, the urban growth rate is high. The government needs to plan ahead for the impact of climate change on coastal cities, particularly as cyclones, flooding, and lockdowns become a stark reality. Even in Karachi, reclamation has gone unchecked with no thought to rising water levels or flooding. Trusting the Experts South Asian countries are held back because projects are led by bureaucrats and not professionals, especially when it comes to the improvement of drainage systems. Cities, like Karachi, need to have qualified experts devise a clear framework to tackle the planning and implementation of complex environmental issues arising. Skilled overseas Pakistanis are also a great resource to utilize for expertise. Mapping the Neighbourhood Constant construction and cementization has led to no urban spaces being planned. Hence, the need for effective mapping and urban design is essential to plan spaces through an evidence-based approach. Cities should also plan walking and cycling paths for reduced vehicle use. They should provide good public transport systems, like buses, to reduce the use of motorcycles, and support shorter car trips. Autonomy in Urban Governance The 74th constitutional amendment in India has encouraged participation in urban governance. Yet funding is dependent on the state, meaning that central and local schemes mix up urban planning and infrastructure instead comes under specific departments rather than local governments. Cities also have no independent plans for tackling climate change, leaving that to the state. Climate Change Diplomacy Interdependence and globalization cause cities and countries to affect each other’s environment through shared coastal ecosystems, rivers or even just geographical proximity. The political relations in the South Asian region are affecting the development of sustainable energy solutions. Climate Awareness Cities like Kabul, which are develo
Wood experts continue the conversation on what's next for mobility in the backdrop of COVID-19. How will the pandemic impact urban growth in 2020 and beyond? What is the role of electrification and autonomous vehicles in our future? What does the new normal of mobility look like? This episode features:Ray Steege, global infrastructure and transportation leader (St. Louis, Missouri) John Howe, Canadian transport advisor (Toronto, Ontario)Monika Crouse, UK highways and transport leader (London)To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.Ray Steege, Wood's global infrastructure and transportation leader. During his 30 years with the company, Ray has become a leading voice in sustainable urbanisation and smart cities. He recently participated in a panel discussion at Globe 2020 focusing on the importance of adapting to new technologies and addressing the funding needed to grow urban infrastructure. Ray is based in the US in St. Louis, Missouri.John Howe, Wood's transport advisor. He is a well-respected Canadian infrastructure strategist, seasoned in public and private transportation having contributed to the integration and development of Ontario's road and transportation network. John is based in Toronto. Monika Crouse, Wood's regional lead for highways and transport in the UK. With an extensive background in transport planning, she supports major public and private clients with modelling, assessments and sustainable improvement schemes for transport networks. In addition, she promotes research, service and product development as a transport digital innovation lead. Monika is based in London.
This episode runs through a specific case study for urban growth, Lagos in Nigeria.
State Senator Jake Anderegg discusses urban growth. Shawn and Renee Milne host.
Beth Holbrook, UTA Trustee, discusses urban growth and UTA governance. Shawn and Renee Milne host.
Today’s episode features Gilles Duranton and Diego Puga on their new working paper, “Urban Growth and its Aggregate Implications.” This paper builds a detailed theoretical model that includes urbanization, agglomeration economies, inter-city migration, congestion externalities, and land-use restrictions. We develop an urban growth model where human capital spillovers foster entrepreneurship and learning in heterogeneous cities. Incumbent residents limit city expansion through planning regulations so that commuting and housing costs do not outweigh productivity gains. The model builds on strong microfoundations, matches key regularities at the city and economy-wide levels, and generates novel predictions for which we provide evidence. It can be quantified relying on few parameters, provides a basis to estimate the main ones, and remains transparent regarding its mechanisms. We examine various counterfactuals to assess quantitatively the effect of cities on economic growth and aggregate income.
Today's episode features Gilles Duranton and Diego Puga on their new working paper, "Urban Growth and its Aggregate Implications." This paper builds a detailed theoretical model that includes urbanization, agglomeration economies, inter-city migration, congestion externalities, and land-use restrictions. We develop an urban growth model where human capital spillovers foster entrepreneurship and learning in heterogeneous cities. Incumbent residents limit city expansion through planning regulations so that commuting and housing costs do not outweigh productivity gains. The model builds on strong microfoundations, matches key regularities at the city and economy-wide levels, and generates novel predictions for which we provide evidence. It can be quantified relying on few parameters, provides a basis to estimate the main ones, and remains transparent regarding its mechanisms. We examine various counterfactuals to assess quantitatively the effect of cities on economic growth and aggregate income.
Summary: Scientists at EROS use tools like Landsat to produce land cover maps, which tell us if landscapes are rural or urban, cropped or forested, wetland or shrubland. Those maps help scientists at EROS and around the U.S. study the impact of changes in land use on not just landscapes, but on ecosystems, patterns of resource use, wildlife habitat, and much more. In this episode, we learn about the basics of land use and land cover study research from Geographer Roger Auch.
Summary: Scientists at EROS use tools like Landsat to produce land cover maps, which tell us if landscapes are rural or urban, cropped or forested, wetland or shrubland. Those maps help scientists at EROS and around the U.S. study
For more information about Harvard Magazine and this podcast, visit www.harvardmagazine.com/podcast and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.A full transcript of this episode can be found at https://www.harvardmagazine.com/2019/podcast/edward-glaeserAsk a Harvard Professor is hosted by Jonathan Shaw and produced by Lydia Carmichael Rosenberg. Our theme music was composed by Louis Weeks.
Where in the world is urban growth mainly outward onto new land? Where is it mostly upward in the form of taller buildings? These questions (and others) are tackled in a unique way by the important World Resources Institute (WRI) working paper, “Upward and Outward Growth: Managing Urban Expansion for More Equitable Cities in the Global South”. I spoke with co-author, Anjali Mahendra about the paper and why transport folks like you and me should pay attention. The result of our conversation is Reinventing Transport episode #17. Learn more and read the full show notes here Support Reinventing Transport on Patreon Follow Paul Barter on Twitter
Issues and Ales is a WBOI podcast featuring a panel discussion with experts on various topics affecting northeast Indiana. This episode will include conversations on the environmental impacts of urban development. The experts include Greg Leatherman, Todd Jordan, and Dr. Bruce Kingsbury. Indiana Public Broadcasting Reporter Nick Janzen moderated the discussion, and it took place at Calhoun Street Soups, Salads and Spirits in April of 2017. Our theme music is by Mark Waldick and Noah Campodonico. This episode was edited by Laney Zuver.
Summary: Scientists at EROS use tools like Landsat to produce land cover maps, which tell us if landscapes are rural or urban, cropped or forested, wetland or shrubland. Those maps help scientists at EROS and around the U.S. study the impact of changes in land use on not just landscapes, but on ecosystems, patterns of resource use, wildlife habitat, and much more. In this episode, we learn about the basics of land use and land cover study research from Geographer Roger Auch.
Jason Notte talks about life on the Urban Growth Boundary.
This week: the Portland City Council has created a housing registry landlords of one or more units; Metro council staff released the draft 2018 Urban Growth report and a recent survey finds growing frustration between Seattle landlords and their City Council.
Whether it’s flying into New York City and seeing that iconic skyline, or cycling around Amsterdam, all cities have a certain mystique to them; and like it or not, from the chaotic crosswalks of Tokyo to the density of Delhi, cities are the future for the majority of humanity. Currently, over fifty percent of our […]
John Rahaim grew up in Detroit. His high school day of community service inspired him to understand the city more, and he went on to receive his B.S. in Architecture from the University of Michigan and a Masters in Architecture with an emphasis on Urban Design from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.The Urban Design program focused on man-environment systems which especially fascinated John."It's all about the interaction of human behavior and the environment and how each one affects the other."Pittsburgh's Second Renaissance:After graduating from Wisconsin, he headed to Pittsburgh in the early 80's, at which point it had the third largest number of corporate headquarters in the country. However, over the 15 years that he was there, most of them left, along with the 27 steel mills.Despite this traumatic change to the city's makeup, John credits Pittsburgh's strong ethnic neighborhoods for maintaining their stability, low crime rates, and cohesion in a way that Detroit did not.As a young planner, working with instrumental mentors and a talented, interdisciplinary team in Pittsburgh, John learned what a broad realm of topics planning encompasses."We have to know a little about a lot of things. It's not just about buildings and design and whatever. It's about the economy of the city, it's about public spaces, and it's about transportation, and it's about the price of housing, and all of those things. That is really the kind of mix of things we have to deal with. And that was an enormous lesson for me."From Urban Designer to Associate Director, he created strong relationships and rewrote Pittsburgh's zoning review process. When he decided to move on, he spent some time in Rome to discern the new direction or his career, at which point a position for City Designer opened up in Seattle.Seattle:Halfway through his tenure at the Office of City Design during the late 90's, the city started seeing significant growth. The Urban Growth boundary that the state had required of all counties since the 1990s had forced cities to think creatively on how to expand up rather than out.San Francisco:After Seattle, he was tapped to take the Planning Director position in San Francisco. He was honored to join the rich planning legacy that exists there, however, he knew it would be no simple task.He laughs that the most common greeting he received when he took the job was “Congratulations and my condolences.”Government Service:John notes that on the West coast, local government is bigger and more is expected from it, certainly when it comes to environmental sustainability.He adds that the population is very knowledgeable which gives leaders both support and push back, as seen with the NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard), anti-development movement.I'll be honest, I think part of the aversion to change here is because this place is extraordinarily charming… It's a beautiful city in a beautiful setting. And people are averse to change in a way that is stronger than the other settings I've been in.Challenges in San Francisco:John shares how the housing crisis in San Francisco is due to several factors, including:A consistent decrease in development and residential building.The extraordinary pace of change and turnaround after the recession.The Millennial and Baby Boomer interest in city living.The explosion of tech jobs.The good news is that now they are building more housing than they have in years, and are on pace to meet their six-year goal of building 30,000 housing units.In addition, he has begun diversifying the Planning Office's responsibilities. This transformation spans duties from co-leading the city's efforts on sea level rise to building a community development team focused on stabilizing vulnerable neighborhoods, to leading the city's efforts on transportation planning.Planning Directors:John believes the profession has really matured over the last 30 years. While San Francisco certainly faces unique challenges, many cities are struggling with the same issues and concerns. For example, housing for the middle class is a huge issue everywhere, and transportation is a close second.Advice:John's advice to those interested in entering the field is to get a broad range of experience in both the public and the private sector. Particularly, he says you need to try to understand the financial motivation in the real estate industry, and why developers and builders do what they do.Link:San Francisco Planning Department
Does Lincoln have too much student housing? Downtown is booming: What's next? Urban Development Director Dave Landis talks Lincoln growth with business reporter Matt Olberding. (Thanks to Lauren Bydalek of Lincoln for the new music!)
A canine commuter catches up on some sleep on the Paris Metro. Kevin O'Mara/Flickr, CC BY-NC-NDWe’re a nation of pet lovers: 60% of Australian households have some kind of pet. And with dogs in 39% of those homes, it’s only natural that we’re starting to see dogs sitting happily alongside human diners at places like cafes and pubs. But while we have one of the highest levels of pet ownership in the world, our rights and infrastructure planning don’t seem to be built around this reality. No Australian cities allow dogs on public transport – something that’s commonplace in many cities in Europe – and many tenants find that looking for a rental property with a pet is virtually impossible. Dallas Rogers speaks with Emma Power, urban cultural geography senior research fellow at Western Sydney University, and Jennifer Kent, urban planning research fellow at the University of Sydney, about why a nation of pet lovers doesn’t seem very interested in planning for pets. Subscribe to The Conversation’s Speaking With podcasts on iTunes, or follow on Tunein Radio. Additional audio: Domain.com.au: Jimmy Thomson – No barbecue ban but pets on notice as strata regulators lay down the law Music: Free Music Archive: Blue Dot Sessions – Outside the Terminal Dallas Rogers has received funding from The Henry Halloran Trust, AHURI, Urban Growth, the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia, the University of Sydney and Western Sydney University.
New York residents protest against AirBnB at a City Hall hearing into the impact of short-term rentals in 2015. Shannon Stapleton/ReutersAirbnb has turned sharing our homes and living spaces with strangers from a fringe idea into a multi-million dollar business. It’s changed the way many of us travel. But its growth has turned many suburbs and apartment buildings that are zoned for residential use into hotels, with temporary residents who have no long-term investment in the neighbourhoods they inhabit. In cities like Sydney, Barcelona and Lisbon, where housing costs and vacancy are increasingly outpacing the wealth of citizens, Airbnb puts more power in the hands of landlords and threatens to push up prices for everyday tenants. The University of Sydney’s Dallas Rogers speaks with Nicole Gurran, professor in urban and regional planning at the University of Sydney, about what different cities around the world are doing to regulate Airbnb, what the benefits and costs are of the “sharing economy” model in accommodation, and what data actually exists for researchers and policymakers in this growing industry. Subscribe to The Conversation’s Speaking With podcasts on iTunes, or follow on Tunein Radio. Additional audio TED: Joe Gebbia - How Airbnb designs for trust Domain.com.au: How Airbnb is leaving property owners exposed Music Free Music Archive: Ketsa – Catching Feathers Dallas Rogers has received funding from The Henry Halloran Trust, AHURI, Urban Growth, the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia, the University of Sydney and Western Sydney University.
Parag Khanna shares his thoughts about the trends driving today's urban growth, as well as the trends that will drive the urban growth of tomorrow’s megacities. GUEST Parag Khanna is an international relations expert and best-selling author. His recent book, CONNECTOGRAPHY, looks at the growth of cities and how they will determine the future of global civilization. *You can learn more about his book here: http://www.paragkhanna.com/connectography *Parag Khanna is the managing partner of Hybrid Reality Pte Ltd, a boutique geostrategic advisory firm. FULL PODCAST Listen to the entire interview from the Life in 2030 podcast here: http://www.quantumrun.com/podcast/episodes/future-cities-urbanizing-our-world-s1e6/ LISTENER FEEDBACK What do you think? What role will this global shift toward city life shaping our society, business, and politics over the coming decades? Share your thoughts in the comments below. We’ll publish the most thoughtful feedback on our website, Quantumrun.com. MORE QUANTUMRUN PODCASTS Listen to full podcast episodes at: http://www.quantumrun.com/podcast SUPPORT THE PODCAST Want to support the show? Then be sure to subscribe, like, heart, share, review, and recommend this podcast to your friends. The more support we get from fans like you, the more often we can publish new episodes. It really does help!
Cities are often seen as the flipside of nature: synthetic, sleek and sometimes impersonal. For places that pine after being greener, the Solitair tree nursery provides a blueprint. Monocle travelled to the nursery in Belgium to discover the value of investing in the future.
Paul Romer of New York University talks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about reforming cities to allow growth and human flourishing. Topics discussed include charter cities, the role of population density in city life, driverless cars, and various ways to help the poorest people in the world.
What does it take to buy, sell, and broker over $1,000,000,000 in real estate?That’s what you’ll discover in today’s podcast episode when we sit down with Allan Glass, a real estate entrepreneur from sunny Southern California. In this hour long interview, you’ll learn how Allan used his skills as a commercial real estate broker to build his own portfolio and “piece together” deals that are truly “win-win-wins.”If you are looking to take your business to a whole new level, don’t miss this show!In This Show We Cover:How Allan got started as a commercial broker in LAThoughts on obtaining a Real Estate Finance DegreeHow Allan was able to profit despite getting started in the worst time to have career in real estateThe two “book ends” Allan looks for to decide where to invest.How Allan shifted from an employee to starting his own business in the restaurant industryWhy you should always have a backup planThe importance of continuing education and taking up a Masters in Real Estate DevelopmentWhy functional obsolescence is vitally important to an investorHow Allan manage to invest in numerous different property typesHow to add value to real estate and profit from itHow Allan finds deals in any market.Allan’s ‘secret sauce’ of real estate investingMistakes real estate investors make (including Allan)And lots more!Links From the ShowLoopnetCostarBooks Mentioned in the ShowBrandon Turner’s The Book on Investing in Real Estate with No (and Low) Money DownThe Reluctant Metropolis: The Politics of Urban Growth in Los Angeles by William FultonLucky Or Smart?: Fifty Pages for the First-Time Entrepreneur by Bo PeabodyConnect with AllanAllan’s BiggerPockets ProfileAllan’s WebsiteAllan’s FacebookAllan’s LinkedInAllan’s Twitter
How existing cities expand and new cities emerge will determine how humanity fares in the 21st century. David Biello reports
William K. Reilly's lecture was presented on January 29, 2009. William K. Reilly is a founding partner of Aqua International Partners, LP, a private equity fund dedicated to investing in companies engaged in water and renewable energy, and a senior advisor to TPG Capital, LP, an international investment partnership. Mr. Reilly served as the first Payne Visiting Professor at Stanford University (1993-1994), Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (1989-1993), president of the World Wildlife Fund (1985-1989), president of The Conservation Foundation (1973-1989), and director of the Rockefeller Task Force on Land Use and Urban Growth (1972-1973). He was head of the U.S. delegation to the United Nations Earth Summit at Rio in 1992. Mr. Reilly is Chairman Emeritus of the Board of the World Wildlife Fund, Co-Chair of the National Commission on Energy Policy, Chair of the Advisory Board for the Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions at Duke University, Chair of the Board for the Global Water Challenge, and a Director of the Packard Foundation, the American Academy in Rome, and the National Geographic Society. He also serves on the Board of Directors of DuPont, ConocoPhillips, and Royal Caribbean International. In 2007 Mr. Reilly was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He holds a B.A. degree from Yale, J.D. from Harvard, and M.S. in urban planning from Columbia University.