environment

Oshara Village

Submitted by Zev Paiss on Mon, 12/17/2007 - 9:32pm.
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505, USANarrative & program: Oshara Village in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is now under construction. This unique New Urbanist development, which is the first of its kind in the United States, will allow residents to drastically reduce their use of non-renewable... read more »

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Louisiana Speaks: Pattern Book

Submitted by JonZirkle on Tue, 03/13/2007 - 5:15pm.
Location: State of Louisiana, U.S.A.Narrative & program: In light of the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina, it is apparent that rebuilding efforts must ensure that structures and communities be safer, stronger, and smarter. This book serves as a tool for builders and planners who wi... read more »

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State of Maryland's Smart Growth and Neighborhood Conservation Initiative

Submitted by JonZirkle on Tue, 12/05/2006 - 6:12pm.
Location: Annapolis, MD, USANarrative & program: The Maryland Department of the Environment's (MDE's) Smart Growth and Neighborhood Conservation Implementation Plan is a significant first step toward realizing the vision of a state environmental management system designed to meet the needs... read more »

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Sarasota 2050

Submitted by JonZirkle on Mon, 12/04/2006 - 6:21pm.
Location: Sarasota, Florida, USANarrative & program: This regional project is an overlay to Sarasota County’s existing comprehensive plan. Everglades wetlands are protected by transferring development rights and providing incentives for ecologically sound land use. Compact development is... read more »

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