Environmental sustainability and climate change issues are consuming the nation's attention. As of February 2008, nearly 800 mayors have pledged to "meet or beat" the Kyoto Protocol greenhouse gas emission reduction target for the United States. Local leaders of cities and regions are adopting a wide array of green community strategies: "green" municipal operations and construction standards, alternative forms of transportation, and "energy smart" growth. Come hear about these and other innovative implementation strategies. This 2008 AICP Symposium from October 22, 2008 is available as a free podcast – eligible for 2.5 CM credits – until March 31, 2009. Speakers include: Lee R. Epstein, Director, Lands Program, Chesapeake Bay Foundation Nancy McKeever, Sustainable Energy Program Manager, California Energy Commission Phillip Rodbell, Program Manager for Urban and Community Forestry in the U.S. Forest Service Northeastern Area, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
The Community of Practice is a virtual hub of knowledge and ideas – shared among peers – to promote the application of green infrastructure concepts and principles to the nation’s conservation priorities. Learn more »
Series of ten case studies featuring green infrastructure success stories from around the country.
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