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Present Value·Infrastructure Economics

Moving Cities: Seattle

The geography of Seattle presents significant challenges for public transportation. Nestled between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, the city is surrounded by…

Present Value·Public Policy and Fiscal Analysis

Understanding the State of Affordable Housing in Philadelphia Using ACS Data

ESI uses a variety of data sources to help us better understand the world around us and the issues facing our clients.…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

Cleaning and Greening Towards Change

This month marks one year into the Administration of Philadelphia’s 100th Mayor Cherelle Parker. The Administration has been focused in its first…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

A Little Retail Whimsy for The Annual Shopping Season

Recently, I have found myself humming one of The Rolling Stones' hit songs - You Can’t Always Get What You Want, as…

Present Value·Anchor Institution Impact

2024 in Review

Econsult Solutions is wrapping up a very busy year. During 2024, our firm worked for a variety of clients from across the…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

Light Reads: Thanksgiving 2024

With a warm thank you, Econsult Solutions wishes to show its appreciation to staff, clients, and the community this Thanksgiving holiday. To…

Present Value·Real Estate and Land Use Planning

From the Vault: Features on Real Estate

In this Present Value post, we've compiled a series of prior articles focused on real estate. ESI's real estate practice marries academic-level rigor with…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

A Review of Open Streets: Walnut West

A glimpse at what's possible Center City District has shown the entire Greater Philadelphia region that we can prioritize pedestrian-only concepts while…

Present Value·Public Policy and Fiscal Analysis

Expert Views: The Importance of DEI Within the Legal System

Diversity and equity are values most organizations desire to uphold, but at times they struggle to understand how to measure and track…

Present Value·Real Estate and Land Use Planning

Expert Views: The Importance of DEI Within Higher Ed

Diversity and equity are values most organizations desire to uphold, but at times they struggle to understand how to measure and track…

Present Value·Real Estate and Land Use Planning

Expert Views: The Importance of DEI Within Real Estate

Diversity and equity are values most organizations desire to uphold, but at times they struggle to understand how to measure and track…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

Why and How to Solve the Problem of Poverty in Philadelphia

Poverty reduction is a citywide objective of paramount importance for Philadelphia. For this Present Value post, ESI Principal Lee Huang speaks with…

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