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energy efficient urbanism

tectarki

how can we achieve an energy efficient urbanism????

 
Jun 4, 12 5:52 am
i r giv up

nyc.

Jun 4, 12 9:25 am  · 
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holz.box

look up copenhagen, or stockholm.

we're basically f*cked in the states until energy/gas prices double.

the quick answer - it's pretty much all policy.

some of the tools:

  • livable/vibrant
  • stringent energy codes
  • strong solar access/rights
  • strong growth management protections
  • functional transit and non-auto alternatives (bike, walkable, etc)
  • circular waste flows
  • renewables
  • DISTRICT HEATING - especially combined w/ CHP
  • adaptable to climate change
  • avoidance of CSOs/proper wastewater management

ARUP prepared a decent overview on copenhagen that's worth a quick read

Jun 4, 12 9:48 am  · 
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fullofit

Cool link holz. and I agree, might as well keep your bicycle polished and wait for the show to start. We're just about to hit $5 a gallon, how long until 10?

If you want to hate on cars, read "Geography of Nowhere"

Jun 4, 12 12:46 pm  · 
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3tk

long after we empty the reserves in SA.

Jun 6, 12 12:17 pm  · 
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