Initiatives Around the Country
America 2050 - A national initiative to develop a framework for America’s growth and development in the face of rapid population growth, demographic change, and infrastructure needs in the 21st century. A major focus of America 2050 is the emergence of megaregions – large networks of metropolitan areas, where most of the projected population growth by mid-century will take place – and how to organize governance, infrastructure investments, and land use planning at this new urban scale. America 2050 is an initiative of the Regional Plan Association and the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy.
The Chattahoochee Hill Country Alliance - Nonprofit organization creating innovative ways to manage growth and preserve the environment in the Chattahoochee Region of Georgia
Houston Tomorrow - A nonprofit whose mission is to improve the quality of life in the Houston region. Houston Tomorrow works toward a strong and healthy economy, community, and environment, with policies for growth that don’t compromise the ability of future generations to meet their needs and pursue their dreams. The institute uses research, education, and discussion to inform citizens and decision makers about the best practices and ideas about urban development from around the world.
Maryland Department of Planning - The Department of Planning in the State of Maryland is a fantastic example for planning, smart growth policy and community involvement.
New Jersey Pinelands Commission - Nonprofit organization reserving, protecting and enhancing the natural and cultural resources of the Pinelands National Reserve in New Jersey
The Race for Open Space - The decisions we make today on land-use will affect generations beyond our own children and grandchildren. New Jersey is in a race that will shape the future of our lives – a race between development and open space preservation.
Regional Plan Association (RPA) - Independent, not-for-profit regional planning organization that improves the quality of life and the economic competitiveness of the 31-county New York-New Jersey-Connecticut region through research, planning, and advocacy.
Sustainable Napa County - Nonprofit organization bringing together Napa County business, agriculture, nonprofit, and government entities as part of a comprehensive, collaborative campaign for long term environmental, economic, and social sustainability in California.
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