The amazing founder of ZipCar, Robin Chase, urges the Obama Administration to propose a tax for driving -- paying for miles driven rather than gas consumed --  to drive down VMT.  "Bring on that VMT tax!," she urges.  "But make it shimmer, turn it into real gold by requiring open…

California is nearing adoption of a law to encourage housing close to job sites, rail lines and bus stops to shorten the time people spend in their cars.  And, surprise!  The homebuilders are on board.  The measure, which has passed the State Assembly and awaits Senate approval, would be the…

CHICAGO (Nov. 6, 2008) Despite tough economic times, America’s 51 largest cities have the opportunity to collectively realize $166 billion in much-needed new wealth by focusing on performance improvements in three key areas: increasing the educational attainment of their citizens, reducing the number of vehicle miles traveled per person each…