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(Unsolicited) Advice for New Board Members
Over the past several years there has been a collective, concerted effort in Greater Philadelphia and elsewhere to broaden the composition of…
Making Pedestrian-Only Streets a Reality in Philadelphia
Philly needs permanent pedestrian-only streets. Not just one, but a network of protected corridors in all our neighborhoods, brimming with activity and…
Expert Views: A Conversation with Gina Lavery on the Climate Resilience Index
In celebration of the release of the Climate Resilience Index our team has produced, I interviewed Gina Lavery, Senior Vice President and…
From the Vault: Features on Sustainability and Urban Resilience
In this Present Value post, we look back on thought provoking reads focused on the growing threat of climate change, the need for sustainability…
Finding Solutions for the Growing Student Housing Crisis
The current uncertainties within the higher education industry have been well-documented by contributors in Present Value. These range from existential, long-run issues—like…
Expensive Eggs and Rising Gas Prices: How Does Inflation Help Me Pay My Mortgage?
Inflation – a general rise in the price of all the things we buy – is a constant topic in the news,…
How Does Sea Level Rise Affect Us? Learning from New Jersey
Over the last century, sea levels in New Jersey have risen about 1.4 feet, due to both natural forces and groundwater pumping.…
Four Considerations When Building a Climate Resilient Economy
The notion of a climate resilient economy—an economy that can come back from shocks or stresses prompted by extreme weather events, sea…
The Role of Regression Modeling in Assessing Economic Impacts: A Focus on Transit Premium and Housing Values
Imagine living in a neighborhood transformed by the arrival of a new bus route or metro station, where high-capacity transit lines and…
Establishing a Best Path Forward Toward Private University-Community Relations
Private universities now understand the positive shared successes interwoven between higher education institutions and their respective municipalities. Some would say the best…
The Forever Changing City of Philadelphia
The Neighborhood of West Philadelphia West Philadelphia is one of the city’s largest neighborhoods. It holds many of the city’s schools, hospitals,…
How Can Location Intelligence Help Identify Affordable Housing Development Opportunities
The real estate adage "location, location, location" is as relevant today as it has ever been, encapsulating the essence of what makes…
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