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    Airline industry backpedaling on expansion?
    Posted 15 August 2008 in

    After my presentation to the Anchorage (Alaska) Municipal Assembly last week, I chatted with a local businessman who gave me a piece of surprising news: local airline industry reps recently came out against an expansion at Anchorage International Airport.

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News and Features

RECOMMENDED NEWS SOURCES

- EnergyBulletin.net: clearinghouse of news related to global energy peak.

- Planetizen: news and commentary for the planning, design, and development community.

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    The laws of economics still at play in the oil market
    Posted 18 August 2008 in
    Published 7 August 2008 by Vancouver Sun

    The dilemma for governments is that forecasting has such a poor track record that forgoing today's pressing needs to prepare for an uncertain future carries considerable political risk. Making the wrong choices will lead to unfortunate consequences either way.

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    Peak oil expert warns dependence leaves economies vulnerable
    Posted 17 August 2008 in
    Published 1 July 2008 by North Jersey Transportation Palnning Authority

    A panel of national and state experts focused on the role of transportation in a future marked by steeply rising energy costs, global warming and economic uncertainties at a "Transportation 2035" symposium on June 26, sponsored by the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA). Daniel Lerch was among the panel speakers.

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    Downtowns across the U.S. see streetcars in their future
    Posted 17 August 2008 in
    Published 13 August 2008 by New York Times

    Cities like Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio are deciding that now is the time to install or reinstall streetcar systems - both because of their revitalizing effect on downtowns, and because fuel and project costs will continue to rise into the future.

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    Oregon creates hot jobs in green energy
    Posted 15 August 2008 in
    Published 15 August 2008 by The Oregonian

    A shift to alternative energy sources and energy efficiency is creating jobs in Oregon, where turbines, solar panels and other technologies need to be designed, built, installed, and maintained. Schools and unions are filling a great demand for new training.

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    Bike-Share Debuts in Washington D.C.
    Posted 14 August 2008 in
    Published 13 August 2008 by The Washington Post

    Washington, D.C. has installed the first high-tech public bike-sharing program in the United States. SmartBike DC will rent 120 bikes at 10 self-service racks mostly in the downtown area, including near the Gallery Place, Shaw and Judiciary Square Metrorail stations.

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Newest Resources

FEATURED RESOURCES

- Guidebook: Post Carbon Cities: Planning for Energy and Climate Uncertainty, a guidebook for local governments

- Data: Local governments that have responded to peak oil

- Programs: Recommended programs, a few key organizations and programs for local governments

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    : A Planner's Guide to the Urban Food System
    Posted 19 August 2008 in
    Published by Arly Cassidy and Bowen Patterson

    Why should planners care about the food system in their area? How can planners help shape a healthy food system? This guide sets forth a vision for an urban food system and describes the interlocking aspects of planning and the food system.

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    : On-line Environmental Management Systems Tutorial for Wastewater Utilities
    Posted 14 August 2008 in
    Published by Public Entity Environmental Management System Resource Center

    A new Guidebook designed to help utilities systematically assess their current energy costs and practices, set measurable performance improvement goals and monitor their progress over time is now available from the PEER Center. The guide is specifically written to provide water and wastewater utility managers with a step-by-step method to improve energy efficiency and renewable opportunities.

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    : Green Rehabilitation of Multifamily Rental Properties: A Resource Guide
    Posted 6 August 2008 in
    Published by The Bay Area Local Initiatives Support Corporation and Build It Green

    A basic guide for taking a more sustainable approach to rehabbing multifamily rental properties, focused on important changes that can be made while rehabilitating multifamily units. While this is not as exciting on the surface as new zero-energy buildings, efficiencies can be one of our greatest tools in reducing energy use, and encouraging efficiencies at the time of rehab may be the best time to capture those opportunities in rental buildings.

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Upcoming Events

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    City Tour for Solar: Solar Solutions for America's Cities
    August 1, 2008 - Nov 14 2008

    Cities across the nation are seeking simple and affordable renewable energy sources and solar energy is at the forefront in helping cities stem rising energy costs, provide new "green" jobs, address climate change and ensure a secure, local, and independent power supply. The City Tour for Solar will travel across 50 cities in 100 days educating people on the benefits and viability of solar power for American cities.

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    International Disaster and Risk Conference IDRC Davos 2008
    August 25, 2008 - Aug 29 2008

    Climate change adaptation is included in the (perhaps not too catchy) motto of the International Disaster and Risk Conference that will be held in Davos, Switzerland in August: "Public-private partnership – Key for integral risk management and climate change adaptation." Both climate change and energy uncertainty are critical risks to society.

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    Pro Walk/Pro Bike 08: Transforming Communities
    September 2, 2008 - Sep 5 2008

    That's "pro" as in for, not as in paid for. This conference, put on by BikeWalk.org, the National Center for Bicycling and Walking, will bring together advocates, officials, planners, and others in almost a week of bike and pedestrian oriented workshops, meetings and presentations.

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