Living Cities

Smarter Urbanization Requires Innovative Public-Private Partnerships

Jennifer Crozier | Posted 05.25.2011

Jennifer Crozier

By teaming up with city governments and nonprofits in innovative new ways, corporations can make a difference.

Group Donates $80 Million To Help 5 Struggling U.S. Cities

Posted 05.25.2011

More than $80 million in grants, loans and investments were awarded Thursday to fund five U.S. cities' initiatives to help low-income communities, rep...

Opportunity, Fully Funded

Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins | Posted 05.25.2011

Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins

Yesterday, Green For All and Living Cities unveiled the Energy Efficiency Opportunity Fund alongside President Clinton, at the closing session of Clinton Global Initiative's Annual Meeting.

Who's Missing in the Big "Green" Conversation?

Ben Hecht | Posted 05.25.2011

Ben Hecht

Many cities seem to be missing the critical aspect of including low-income and under-served urban areas as part of their efforts to reduce their carbon footprints.

Reasons for Hope

Ben Hecht | Posted 05.25.2011

Ben Hecht

It is difficult to find a silver lining in the sub-prime crisis. However, this crisis has also reminded me of the sometimes hidden power of the American spirit.