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Environmental Sustainability
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Investing with Intention: Environmental Sustainability

Environmental sustainability is a core outcome of Reimagining the Civic Commons. Public spaces — our parks, libraries, trails,…
The Power of the Commons: Public space for a higher purpose
The Power of the Commons: Public space for a higher purpose

The U.S. is in the grips of increased economic segregation, social isolation and distrust. While these trends have…
Civic Commons Learning Journey: Portland and Seattle

Co-hosted by Sarah Iannarone, Portland-based activist and mayoral candidate, and Christopher Williams, Deputy Superintendent/Chief of Staff for Seattle…
‘Revival of the people and the souls’ on the shores of Summit Lake

“I think this has turned into a place where you can actually come and get peace,” says SeKoria…
Summit Lake neighborhood welcomes Akron Marathon, relay runners

“This is huge. I think it’s long overdue. I’m really grateful they finally pulled South Akron into the…
In Commons with Summit Lake

“Rice tells the story of how the one bench at Summit Lake faced away from the water. Here…
How these designers helped save the Memphis waterfront

When it comes to our civic commons, design matters. The Original Champions of Design are honored by Fast…
During Earth’s hottest month, cities rise to the occasion

The civic commons is a solution. In this op-ed, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney and Austin Mayor Steve Adler…
The world’s most fascinating forgotten architecture

“Another pattern that seems to emerge is the transformation of forgotten spaces into new public parks and civic…
Parks and Recreation tree partnerships need collaboration to take root

As Philadelphia embarks on its first-ever Urban Forest Strategic Plan, read this op-ed in The Philadelphia Inquirer to…