OVERVIEW
Buildings don’t stand alone; they’re part of a community. If the fabric of that community supports goals like walkability and cycling, then efforts within the buildings to support those activities can really make a difference.
Lighting of public spaces, multifunctional “complete streets,” a good mix of populations and occupancies, and more are key to creating vibrant communities that support healthy, low-impact lifestyles.
IN-DEPTH
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Study Predicts 40% Less Driving in LEED Neighborhoods
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If You Build It, They Will Walk
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Two New Resources Help Implement LEED-ND
News Analysis
New guidance helps local governments "zone in" sustainability measures like narrower streets, mixed use, and walkability.
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Presidio Neighborhood Is First LEED-ND 2009 Certified Project
News Analysis
The historic San Francisco redevelopment is the first to earn LEED for Neighborhood Development certification since the rating system was formally launched.
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New Research Shows Walkable Neighborhoods Key to Health
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Pedestrians and Cyclists Are Good for Business
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Walkable Neighborhoods Replace Suburbs as Preferred Real Estate
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Demand for real estate in walkable neighborhoods is growing, according to new research.
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Obama Administration Targets Asthma in Low-Income Communities
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Building Owners Embrace Sharing Economy with 2030 Districts
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By sharing resources, building owners in 2030 districts amplify the impact of efficiency upgrades while shrinking their collective environmental footprint.
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HUD Funds Sustainable Communities
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