Main streets everywhere, in urban metros and small towns alike, are the lifeblood of community. What makes them so important? Economy Small businesses thrive on main streets, and small businesses are the backbone of our economy. In this way a main street can be a local employment center that reflects the prosperity of a community. It can offer the convenience of … [Read more...] about Place.
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The power of cities.
The world is reeling from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting economic downturns. Add to this levels of civil unrest not seen since the 1960s and governments which are more ideologically polarized than ever before. How then do we collaborate to solve the enormously complex problems of our times? The federal government plays an important part as the … [Read more...] about The power of cities.
Empowered through the Blockchain.
The blockchain is not as complicated as you might think. “Blocks” are just digital pieces of information and the “chain” is the public database where the blocks are stored. The block Each block (or digital piece of information) might include transactions, participants, dates, times or identifying information. This doesn’t necessarily reveal your name as the blocks use … [Read more...] about Empowered through the Blockchain.
Power mapping and impact.
Impact investing has grown globally in both depth and sophistication and is now valued at $USD715 billion according to a 2020 study by Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN). But there are still many challenges. Here in the US, most of those funds are invested into cities and gentrifying areas, and although many low-income communities are beginning to see more capital … [Read more...] about Power mapping and impact.
Adaptive re-use.
To adaptively re-use a building is to re-imagine and re-purpose it. Often old, historic buildings have outlived their original purpose. They can be demolished or brought back to life and adapted to contemporary life. And there are compelling reasons to re-use historic buildings. Sustainable The adaptive re-use of buildings is inherently green. It’s a form of recycling … [Read more...] about Adaptive re-use.