"A Passion For Sustainability" makes several references to the US City Rankings published by New Society Publishers in Warren Karlenzig's book, "How Green Is Your City?" (ISBN 978-0-86571-595-0) Principal among the sustainable city references is SustainLane's ranking of Portland, Oregon as the "Number One sustainable city in the United States."
"PORTLAND, OREGON, a role model for cities in the United States, topped the 2006 SustainLane US City Rankings. Portland residents and businesses have teamed with politicians to ensure that quality of life remains superior, with an economy that increasingly integrates regional and renewable resources. Neighborhoods facilitate walking, cycling and shopping; downtown transit is free. The city bolsters local business and regional agriculture, while green buildings and park space are ample. Columbus, Ohio, at number 50, has some work to do to catch up, but has a few green surprises nevertheless."
"How Green Is Your City?" quantitatively ranks the 50 largest US cities overall from comprehensive data and informatio based upon 15 standards, including:
CLIMATE CHANGE POLICY AND ENERGY SUPPLY • GREEN BUILDING
PLANNING AND LAND USE • AIR AND TAP WATER QUALITY
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