Monthly Archives: July 2021

What’s happening? Apple is putting $1Billion into affordable housing around California. Why is this important? Apple has a $2.5 Billion commitment to improve affordability of housing in California. How will this be important? Apple’s project includes “new housing development and construction, assisted first-time buyers purchase homes, and expanded programs to reduce homelessness” Apple | Apple […]

What’s happening? Tesla, Brookfield Assett Management and real estate developer Dacra are creating the first in the nation neighborhood powered by Tesla solar. Why is this important? Real estate development and sustainability are finding new partners. How will this be important? “Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the Austin project will help shape the future of […]

What’s happening? Maine’s November ballot will include the right to “growing, raising, harvesting, and producing food, as well as saving and exchanging seeds.” Why is this important? This is phase 2.0 after the right to have edible gardens free from local or state laws against it, or HOA rules prohibiting it. How will this be […]

What’s happening? Florida passed legislation that creates an 800 mile corridor that connects state parks to open spaces from the Keys to the Alabama border to allow wildlife to move freely. Why is this important? This is a nuanced approach to environmental and conservation issues by Republicans that passed with broad bipartisan support. How will […]

What’s happening? The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear a case concerning a City of Austin ordinance that limits digital billboards to existing businesses on their property. Why is this important? Impacts the playing field for billboards in Austin, TX and hundreds of cities. How will this be important? Ordinances will change when this opinion […]

What’s happening? In an abandoned steel community outside Pittsburgh, Fifth Season is using robotic, vertical farming of greens, and repurposing an abandoned manufacturing facility. Why is this important? Innovation and Revitalization of Shrinking Communities. How will this be important? Fifth Season hired only locals,  uses 95 % less water and 98%t less land than conventional […]

What’s happening? The Goldwater Institute and Reason say Texas SB 968 (2021 | TX) is unconstitutional violation of property rights.  The constitution has long standing standards for businesses to protect their customers as they choose. The bill seeks to prevent businesses from requiring proofs of vaccination. Why is this important?“”The longstanding legal tradition has always […]