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The Green New Deal

Majora Carter saw natural beauty and economic empowerment in her South Bronx neighborhood where others saw only a dumping ground. She's changing the urban landscape in a way that's been an eye-opener to people around the globe.  · 

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    Making Food Deserts Bloom

    Finding fresh produce in low-income neighborhoods can be a struggle, but community efforts are striving to fill the void.  · 

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    Taking the LEED in Your Community

    Through local and regional initiatives, communities are tailoring the eco-revolution for their backyards.  · 

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    Subprime’s Footprint

    While immediate steps are necessary to stem foreclosures, a comprehensive solution requires a broader brush.  · 

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    Home Again

    With the help of its local community development corporation, a Boston neighborhood comes to terms with its transformation as a beloved church, long a treasured part of the community is reborn as housing.  · 

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