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.
Category: Public Policy
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
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.