Sustainability

4 articles

A high-tech vertical farm with rows of vibrant green produce, symbolizing the future of sustainable urban food systems.

Food & Drink

The Future of Food: Reshaping Sustainable Systems by 2026

AeroFarms grows 390 times more food per square foot than traditional farms.

Caitlin O'Malley·July 10, 2026

Electric cars causing gridlock in dedicated bus lanes, preventing public transit buses from moving and creating significant delays for commuters in an urban center.

Transportation & Transit

EVs Will Cause Public Transit Gridlock By 2026

Despite their environmental benefits, the presence of electric cars in bus lanes actively impedes the efficiency of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems in urban centers, creating significant delays for th

Michael Sullivan·June 24, 2026

Modern, sustainable residential building in Albany Park, Chicago, with residents walking and biking, and a public transit station nearby, symbolizing a car-free future.

Neighborhoods

City Council Approves Mixed-Use Development at 3240 W Lawrence

In a city often defined by its car culture, Chicago's City Council just approved a 26-unit residential development in Albany Park with zero car parking spaces!

Aisha Patel·June 21, 2026

Diverse group of people boarding a public transit bus at a modern, accessible stop in a growing city.

Transportation & Transit

Public transit must be prioritized for sustainable urban growth

In Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where 23% of the population lives in poverty, over 80% of public transit riders lack a car and rely on a system that charges just a dollar per ride, according to...

Michael Sullivan·June 7, 2026