SUBURBAN SPRAWL
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Suburban Sprawl - Heaven or Hell?Most Americans live in suburban sprawl. In the past 50 years nearly all new housing has been in automobile-dependent places. But a high fraction of Americans want something else. Tthe sprawl industry uses its money to keep out competition.
Coyote Mating Season Incites Increased Attacks on Suburban PetsCoyotes are no strangers to the suburban sprawl; Northern Illinois is no exception. During the winter months, these canines tend to prey upon domesticated animals more often than usual. Why does coyote mating season seem to provoke more attacks on pets?- Comparative Analysis Essay on Two Articles About Urban SprawlUrban sprawl has to do with the effects of the human civilization destroyer natural habitats to build our cities. This is an essay comparing two opposing views on urban sprawl.
- Urban V.S. SuburbanThis article adresesses the pros and cons of urban and suburban cities and lifestyles.
- Avoid Suburban Sprawl in Audubon Park, MinneapolisIn Audubon Park, Minneapolis neighbors are preserving their history and standing guard against suburban sprawl, near the University of Minnesota campus.
- Effects of Urban SprawlAs more Americans take off for the suburbs, the damages caused by urban sprawl become harder to notice. See the effects urban sprawl has on the environment.
- Urban Sprawl in America: Growing Beyond the LimitsThis article offers an overview of the expansion of America's suburban cities and town, including the major influences such growth has on the economy and environment of present day United States.
Suburban Half-lives, Soundtracked to Perfection by Arcade FireExploring lyrical themes inspired by his suburban upbringing, Win Butler and Arcade Fire just might have made the finest record of their career. The Suburbs is an album that yield new insights with every listen.- Urban Sprawl and McSuburbs Can Be Curtailed with the Creation of Undevelopment FundsIf we are left with numerous untenanted strip malls and over-foreclosed suburban enclaves, can anything be done to restore the land? How can we prioritize conservation efforts in a different way?
Urban Sprawl- the American Dream, the World Nightmare?Urban sprawl. The single family home. The subdivision. With the world looking to the United States as a model for success, is this habit sustainable?- Seaside, Florida, and the Rise of the Manufactured SuburbiaDevelopers yearn to make the most profit and build new suburban communities overnight. Seaside, Florida, and others may be picture-perfect on the outside, but they lack substance to become authentic and lasting.
- The Effects and Causes of Urban Sprawl in the EnvironmentWith the urbanization of cities and communities around the world, its impact on public health has become increasingly known as the phenomenon of urban sprawl.
- Urban Sprawl: Smart GrowthIn recent years, the issue of urban sprawl has become a prominent concern for both community and political leaders. Researchers examining this issue have noted that urban sprawl has a detrimental impact on the regions that it impacts.
- The Negative Effects of Urban SprawlOne of the biggest problems associated with urban sprawl is the effects it has on wildlife and nature itself.
- Environmental Hazards of Sprawl. Urban sprawl creates many problems for both wildlife and plant life and destroys vital natural resources needed for the survival of all.
From Drug Wasteland to Suburban Sprawl, Salishan of Tacoma WAThe Hope VI project in Salishan, a neighborhood ten minutes away from downtown Tacoma, offers an alternative to quality new construction at affordable prices.
A Suburban TragedyOnce seen as desirable, over the last 50 years popular thought has turned on Suburbia. It is now criticized for being callous, crowded, and bland. A change in the relationship between highway and town would resurrect its tarnished image.- Green Degree ProgramsPressing issues like urban sprawl and efficient energy use have resulted in an increase in "green" degrees. This trend's focus on energy-efficient structures and environmental sustainability has resulted in an increased demand for green architects.
- Leesylvania State Park in Prince William Country, VirginiaLocated in Prince William County, Virginia, Leesylvania State Park is a surprisingly diverse suburban park situated right on the Potomac River and only a shorty drive from many nearby residential areas.
- Urban Sprawl in America: Growth Without a PlanAmerica's cities continue to grow outward and develop previously unused lands without thinking about the future.
Is Urban Sprawl Making You Fat?Living in suburbia means that convenience and a sense of community take a back seat to privacy and vehicles. So what?
Fighting Urban Sprawl: Mixed-Use DevelopmentHow do we eliminate commutes, parking problems, and rush hours? By building up, of course.
Southern California Set to Build New Dam in National ForestThe Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved a new 24-story dam to be built in Cleveland National Forest, an island of nature in the middle of Southern California's suburban maze of subdivisions.- Obesity and the American WayObesity and overweight has become a major public health concern. This article reviews the literature that has shown a statistical link between the physical environment and one's individual health.
- The Urban Maze: A History of Urban Environment and PsychologyAn overview of how urban environments have developed and how they influence psychology.
The Benefits of Living Without a CarFor city dwellers like me, people who have ample access to public transit and a choice of pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods, the benefits of living without a car far outweigh the drawbacks.
Jacksonville Real Estate Market: Big City Culture with Small Town CharmJacksonville's diverse real estate options, from condo living on the St. Johns River to historic neighborhoods or the ocean lapping at your door. Phenominal growth over the past decade and a rebirth of the downtown area.- Energy Star's Compact Fluorescent Light BulbsHow many light bulbs does it take to change the world? Just one. Compact Fluorescent light bulbs save millions of tons of greenhouse gas emissions. Also, by replacing regular bulbs with CFL it saves lot$ on energy bills and last 10 times longer.
- Camping in Southeast TexasA wilderness retreat can be yours in less than a two hour journey. Even if you don't have the time, money and/or energy to travel far and wide, you are bound to find something that suits your fancy close to home if you go looking for it.
- The Long Emergency by James KunstlerThe Long Emergency - - the coming energy crisis and what it means for everyday American life
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