Region: USA

Costs and Benefits of Going Paperless

Many cities have converted from a paper filing and storage system to an all electronic system. This is not only an environmentally friendlier option but it also can save a city money on printing costs and can save file storage space. Furthermore, electronic files are much easier to navigate and can lead to productivity increases […]

Disaster Recovery & Resiliency Planning Pt. 2

IST students will continue working on a disaster resiliency plan for the State College Borough begun by students in the fall. Students will create a matrix of identified risks based on their probability and severity and then assess the preparedness of the community to respond. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community […]

See-Seaside – Media Strategies for Sustainable Living

It includes a collection of projects that invite people to observe, notice and care for the place. It features a few strategies from social media engagement, to posters, memes, and even a calendar. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable City Years Program Contact Info University Faculty Contact Estella Porras […]

South Campus Neighborhood Project Street Lighting & Accessibility

It’s important for students to feel and be safe in their own neighborhoods. Streetlights increase people’s ability to accurately report crimes. Without proper lighting, more crime and harm is expected. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Resilient Cities Initiative Contact Info University Faculty Contact Joni Meyer Health & Community Services […]

Procuring a Solar Energy System for Juda School

Juda School, located in a small town with a population of 357 in southcentral Wisconsin, teaches grades Pre-K through 12th grade (Figure 1A & 1B). In recent years, it has made great strides in developing a more sustainable school by upgrading to efficient fixtures and installing 36 rooftop solar panels. Juda School has requested students […]

Juda School Renewable Energy Generation

Juda School, located in a small town with a population of 357 in southcentral Wisconsin, teaches grades Pre-K through 12th grade (Figure 1A & 1B). In recent years, the school has made great strides in developing a more sustainable school by upgrading to efficient fixtures and installing 36 rooftop solar panels. Juda School has requested […]

Inspiring field experiences in Seaside, California

Lately there have been city projects created to promote citizen science and utilization of existing parks. These projects have started to be implemented to begin the steps towards more sustainable cities. As we develop cleaner, greener ways of living within our communities, the implementation of well-crafted environmental programs that give citizens tools to explore their […]

Suggestions for a More Connected Leander

Leander will become increasingly sustainable by promoting connectivity and pedestrian access within the community. A more connected landscape will benefit current residents by creating outdoor networks. These networks will allow people to move through the city with an increasing amount ease. It will also serve future students enrolled at Leander’s ACC San Gabriel Campus. Located […]

Rethinking the Edge City of Leander

Leander, Texas faces sustainability challenges associated with an increased demand for suitable urban housing and community amenities. Population growth and demographic change will impact Leander’s physical landscape and give new identity to the concept of density within the city. In this course, students explored Leander’s increasingly urban landscape in an effort to construct a new […]

Housing and Aging in Place

Investigate opportunities and strategies for assisting residents to age in place in Minnetonka, either by remaining in their homes or relocating to more appropriate housing in the city. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Resilient Communities Project Contact Info University Faculty Contact Jeff Crump Housing Studies Local Government / Community […]

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