Concord’s “outlaw gardener” tries to till city land

Sponsor: Mail-To-Jail.com – New Hampshire native tries to improve blighted city property. But he’s not quite sure where the property line lies, or what will happen to him when the government finds out. Our sponsor, http could use donations…I hope you’ll drop by and thank them for helping jailed liberty activists receive more mail. Ryan [...]

King Abdullah Economic City – HD

To become the single greatest enabler of social and economical growth for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia This is the vision that drives the development of KAEC as the destination of choice for all who want to invest, work and live, in and around the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The sustainability of the city is [...]

The Neoliberal City

David Harvey, distinguished professor of geography, department of anthropology, Graduate Center of the City University of New York. (Feb 1, 2007 at Dickinson College, sponsored by the Clarke Forum for Contemporary Issues) Critical social theorist David Harvey, distinguished professor of geography at the department of anthropology at the Graduate Center of City University of New [...]

City Pig (2009) – English version

A project by Winy Maas and The Why Factory (TU Delft) about urban pig farming in the Binckhorst in The Hague (Netherlands). Commissioned by Stroom Den Haag on the occasion of the Foodprint program (2009-2010). Also made possible by InnovatieNetwerk and LTO Nederland Animations by: Wieland&Gouwens, Rotterdam More information: www.stroom.nl

GOOD Transparency Cities: Emerging City Innovation

Since 2007, most of the world’s population lives in cities. How can we make sure these urban centers are good homes for humanity? Cities from Bogota and Rio de Janeiro to Seoul are leading the way, using fresh ideas to reduce pollution and waste; provide efficient, clean transportation; and support biodiversity.

The City In 2050: Creating Blueprints For Change

The City In 2050: Creating Blueprints For Change is an urban laboratory that explores factors shaping the future design and development of cities worldwide — including emerging trends for alternative energy use, new technology affecting housing, and new approaches to achieve economic, social and environmental sustainability.

City Commission agenda for July 19, 2011

City Commission agenda for July 19, 2011
City commissioners will be asked to apply for a grant that would create a program to improve residents’ access to healthy foods.
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City Repair – Permaculture for Urban Spaces

Peak Moment 76: What happens when citizens apply permaculture principles to a city grid? They create friendly places within the grid that invite people to come together. Mark Lakeman, co-founder of Portland, Oregon’s City Repair Project describes these “creative intervention” projects as placemaking at its best. People learn to work together, build trust and have [...]

Japan’s Solar City of Future

WONG: While most people in the world are considering more energy efficient means of living, Japan is one step ahead. One solar-powered city offers an energy self-sufficient community that produces its own power. Let’s take a look. STORY: These dark rectangular solar panels could hold the key to a completely self-sufficient community. Ota City, located [...]

Dozens come out for annual Planting in the Park event at Washington Park in Jersey City

Dozens come out for annual Planting in the Park event at Washington Park in Jersey City
Jean-Pierre Mestanza/The Jersey JournalVolunteers plant herbs at the Permaculture Learning GardenWith two musicians playing classical music on the side and an aerial artist performing in the center of it all, kids and parents planted flowers, herbs, and plants for the…
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Is solar power viable in an area that gets significant wintertime snow such as Park City, Utah?

I’m interested in switching to solar power for my home. However, I live in the mountains of Park City, Utah where we get 200+ inches of snow annually. A typical January finds 4 feet of snow in the yard and nearly as much on my roof. Would I benefit from switching to solar? Would I [...]

City Council, electric company agree to solar subsidies

City Council, electric company agree to solar subsidies
The City Council and El Paso Electric Co. on Tuesday agreed to a package of solar subsidies through the end of the year.
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Iloilo City grants certificate to 25-MW solar power farm

Iloilo City grants certificate to 25-MW solar power farm
Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog on Wednesday presented a certificate of no objection to the Asia Pacific Communications Associates (APCA) Global Inc., which is eyeing this city as host of its first solar farm in the Philippines.
Read more on US News Las Vegas – Philippines

Lighting the Community – Worcester City Hall and Susan J. Champeny

On October 19, 2010 Joseph O’Brien, Mayor of the City of Worcester and Assistant City Manager of Worcester Julie Jacobson helped launch National Grid’s “Lighting the Community” campaign at a media briefing with representatives from National Grid, the US Environmental Protection Agency officials, the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, ARTSWorcester, the five artists and residents [...]

LEGO City Garbage Truck Review

206 pieces $17 US dollars

City looks to bolster alternative energy strategy even more

City looks to bolster alternative energy strategy even more
The Economic Development Corp. is hoping that the city can develop a strategy to further its development of the alternative energy sector. It wants city council to pass a resolution Monday that will see $25,000 from the economic diversification fund used towards a study to see how [...]

Silicon city observes “Earth Hour”

Silicon city observes “Earth Hour”
Bangalore, March 26 (PTI) In support of the worldwide drive to reduce carbon footprint, the silicon city today observed the “Earth Hour” with software firms, commercial establishments and even the international airport chipping in for the cause.With the theme being “Go beyond the hour” this year, voluntary black out which began [...]

Man City boss Mancini worried about fatigue

Man City boss Mancini worried about fatigue
Roberto Mancini has admitted Manchester City are struggling to maintain their energy levels, with the Italian citing a small squad as the reason players such as Carlos Tevez are exhausted.
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City of Sparks lays off 6 workers

City of Sparks lays off 6 workers
SPARKS — The city eliminated six positions in the public works, community development and information technology departments on Wednesday in response to a $4.6 million budget deficit faced for the 2011-12 fiscal year.
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If you wanted to get a recycling bin. Do you have to pay the city for the recycle bin?

I want to save the earth. So the best way to do that is recycle. I was wondering, if i want a little blue bin would i have to pay for it monthly with the city?

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