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Jacob raises an interesting question for David-

(though I think most of Jacob's comments focus on small inconsitencies and jump to the wrong conslusions) -

How do we respond to a "green backlash" from people who only see corporate greenwashing, and misplaced effort?   

posted 1 year, 8 months ago
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In Portland, we are sometimes accused of thinking we're ahead of the curve in terms of sustainability - are there things you've seen New York or other cities doing that are more forward thinking than what we're doing here?

posted 1 year, 8 months ago
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I think it's too bad people are seeing this as an either-or choice. Urban - rural, old-new, eco - modern. What's lost is the possibility that many of the best things our history and culture have produced are a blend of contrasting opposites. While it's true that there are many examples of mixing urban and rural elements that have gone badly - the pesticide spraying is one good example - lets not throw out the baby with the bath water. Many people are imagining a more perfect union of food, farming, homes, and stores, and yes, even transit and downtowns, partly because they've seen it before in many parts of the world or at points in recent history. Larry Thompson's ideas are worthy of serious study. 

posted 2 years, 7 months ago
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