Data That Matters December 2020

Currently, the weight of all life on Earth is ~1.2T tons. We’ve now built about the same amount of stuff. Continue reading →

Small Town Happiness

Compare two stereotypes: the romantic image of rustic, rural towns; and the dynamic nature of vital urban centers. Cities are Continue reading →

Urbanization Reverses

As urbanization increased, cities became more expensive. While some saw the trend as unending, and as a possible positive for Continue reading →

Driverless Taxis Replace Buses

Driverless vehicles are changing basic transportation. City centers may need buses and subways, but for less dense areas the economics Continue reading →