Growing Stronger Community Gardens through Soil-less Farming
Alexander Hernandez describes nontraditional farming methods such as hydroponics and aquaponics that can help community gardens thrive.
Navigating Mobility in the Streets of Havana
Jada Pierre shares her experience in Havana, Cuba, in an ongoing conversation about mobility, sustainability, and development in the Global South.
A Day of Learning and Advocacy at TransportationCamp NYC
Clyve Lawrence recounts his discussions about bike-share programs, congestion pricing, and a session he led on mobility justice.
Sketches of a Re-Imagined Mass. and Cass
Emily Xing uses art to illustrate the opportunity for a public response to unhoused communities that emphasizes dignity, humanity, and safety.
What is a Third Place?
June Lee analyzes the idea of a third place, describing the challenges and opportunities for such places.
A brief exploration of Malaysian Social Housing
Carisma Wong introduces the public housing system in Malaysia: its implementation and its current problems.
Redlining Affects Us Today
Written by Hailey Akey. A discussion on redlinings lasting health and economic impacts on communities across the country.
Cities as Ecosystems: Valuing Nature in Planning
Photo courtesy of phys.org/news/2018-10-cities-people-nature-flourish.html
Informal Settlements… a Case for Concern, Hope, and Action
An exploration of G10 Favelas, an innovative non-profit dedicated to solving systemic urban problems in the favelas of Brazil.
Massachusetts Energy Code & the Future of “Building Green”
Takeaways from Claire’s summer internship working in energy efficiency
What is Mobility Justice?
By Clyve Lawrence. Our system has a vested interest in maintaining — or limiting — the mobility of certain groups. How do we move forward?
Community Land Trusts: Can they stop gentrification?
A case study of El Caño…a success story in formalizing informal settlements.
Stand Clear of the Platform Doors: Imagining PSDs for the MTA
One life lost through a train track accident is one life too many!
