Hank Dittmar

Opening Plenary with Henry Cisneros

Description: CNU XVI opens with a native Texan whose embrace of New Urbanism left a lasting mark on the nation's public housing. Henry Cisneros, former secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, helped enact the HOPE VI program that helped transform the face of public ho... read more »

Opening Remarks, Thursday Night Session

Description: Hank Dittmar, Chairman of the CNU Board and Chief Executive of the Prince’s Foundation for the Built Environment, opens the Congress with a report on the state of CNU and its most vital initiatives. Hank will share a special message from His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales. E... read more »

Urbanism and Climate Change in the U.S.

Description: As we continue to confront global climate change, the role of Urbanism – new and old - will become increasingly central to the sustainability of our environment. A big share of the green house gases that contribute to rising global temperatures is caused by transportation. New ... read more »