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The 'Third Place' Crisis: Why Your Neighborhood Needs More Than Just Homes and Offices

A nationwide study found that social offerings — including accessible third places — ranked as the top factor influencing community attachment, even above education and basic services.

Oct 72 min read

How U.S. Cities Are Turning Trash Into a Sustainable Circular Economy

The idea of a circular economy—keeping materials in use, designing out waste, and regenerating natural systems—is moving from think-tank white papers into city budgets.

Regenerative Systems

Aug 312 min read

What Makes Communities Thrive

We're conducting an anonymous survey to gather more insights about what makes communities thrive.

Community Survey

Jun 233 min read

Transforming How We Value Agricultural Labor

By recognizing that the people who feed us deserve homes that support dignity and health, we can transform how we value both agricultural labor and the food it produces.

Affordable Housing

May 152 min read

Community Solutions to Farmworker Housing

While farmworker housing faces significant challenges nationwide, innovative communities are developing practical solutions that deliver real results.

Affordable Housing

May 82 min read