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November 12, 2019

A Special Feature

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November 12, 2019

This week, instead of writing about another current event, we’re sharing one of our own pieces that has been featured on the Georgia Public Policy Foundation website. Check it out!

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October 29, 2019

Black Chicagoans are headed to the Suburbs

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October 29, 2019

Black Chicagoans are headed to the Suburbs

Another week and another city with more statistics and stories about families heading to the suburbs. This week, a story from Chicago.

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July 31, 2018

Urban Renewal, a myth? Cities are good for us.

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July 31, 2018

Urban Renewal, a myth? Cities are good for us.

Supposedly, the millennial generation loves city life. But some in this age group are now close to 40 years old, and millennials with school-age children are making different choices than expected. Education is still a major factor in choosing where to live, and largely that is the suburbs...

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April 24, 2018

Schools districts play a role in pollution

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April 24, 2018

Schools districts play a role in pollution

Did you know the EPA is concerned about urban spraw too, but the organization holds schools and school districts responsible for playing a role in increasing pollution? Learn more on the blog.

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September 6, 2017

The Sierra Club Agrees

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September 6, 2017

We're not the only environmentalists that see the threat of urban sprawl and believe improving education could be an answer! The Sierra Club Website gives an overview of urban sprawl, opening with this statement, "Poorly planned development is threatening our environment, our health, and our quality of life."