Access to food is a significant problem across America, even in our largest cities. Many areas remain food deserts with little to no access to fresh food. This issue is particularly evident in East Washington, DC, where our communities are still underserved.
Washington, DC: A University District
Work cited by Politico Proximity to power and the most educated workforce in America make Washington a hotspot for new university campuses. Universities nationwide are buying office space for classes, alumni events, and federal lobbying. This growing market plays a crucial role in developing a work-from-home city. However, this shift may give unfair advantages to […]
Washington, DC: An International Capital
As the capital of the United States, Washington, DC, attracts significant investment and influence from beyond its borders. Many residents are employed by organizations headquartered elsewhere, reflecting the city’s unique role as both a hub for decision-making and a conduit for broader national and global dynamics. This external investment brings resources and opportunities, but it […]
Web Scrapping Public Investments in Jackson, FL
Web scrapping program in R that collects data on subsidies allocated by the city of Jackson, FL
Net-Zero Commitments Still Falling Short
40% of companies monitored by the SBTI have committed to reaching net-zero, but without systemic change fuel and energy intensive industries face an uphill battle
Capital Bikeshare: A Comparison of Member and Nonmember Usage
Member and Non-members of Capital Bikeshare use the service differently. What does that say about the user base and how can Capital Bikeshare boost usage.
Examining the Relationship Between Jewish Self-Perception and Population Shifts
The way denominations define being Jewish effects how people identify themselves- here are the ideas that demographics favor. Data from Pew Research Center’s survey on Jewish Americans in 2020.
Why Recycling Isn’t Always the Answer: The Consequences of Our Waste Management Practices
Recycling is not always environmentally friendly. If not taken into account, emissions from recycling collection and processing may exceed those from mining virgin materials- the same may be true about other green projects.
Maximizing the Potential of Recycling: A Look at Drop Off Centers and Non-Governmental Programs
Most people leave their recycling on the curb for pickup- but some people have found more profitable and efficient recycling programs through drop off centers and non-governmental recycling groups.
Single-Stream Recycling Doesn’t Work
Single-Stream Recycling is an easy and attractive policy, but due to high contamination rates, we may not be ready to implement it. Published by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.