Renewable Cities

Come work with us! We are looking for a Communications and Events Coordinator with strong writing and editing skills who is passionate about advancing urban climate change solutions. Deadline to apply is May 7 More details: lnkd.in/gaUpKbgv #hiring #careers

Single-staircase multi-storey buildings maximize living space and lower the cost of construction. They’re common in Europe; the US may give them the green light. Canada is lagging. Amazing how much a small code change can impact design. ow.ly/XMRT50NeA6s

Interesting POV on social engineering in 15-minute cities. Is ditching most zoning restrictions the answer? Is it more about ensuring policies are fully embraced by citizens vs. being imposed by politicians/staff? ow.ly/iLgn50NeAlm

Interest rate hikes greatly impact younger households in Van’s outlying areas. “This very substantial interest rate increases disproportionately affect the people who are struggling the most,” said Andrey Pavlov, a professor of finance at SFU. ow.ly/SKiJ50NezO5

The world’s most socially + economically vibrant cities are full of mid-rise buildings. They're missing in B.C. Let’s fix that + build them with sustainable #masstimber to help hit our #climate goals. Learn more in our Building Capacity Guide. #bcpoli ow.ly/mtO350Neytx

Can timber break steel and concrete’s hold over the construction industry and provide a viable low-carbon alternative? ow.ly/nQSZ50Nexy1

#masstimber towers are gaining traction. They help with climate commitments but should always be built with sustainably sourced timber. ow.ly/SZ3k50Nexny

Interesting — retail vacancies are higher in downtown Vancouver than in the suburbs, mainly due to remote working. Also, urban office vacancy is at 10%, yet more office space is coming onto the market. ow.ly/6Yju50NeAcy

In case you missed it! Super article in The Guardian in praise of the ’15-minute city’. ow.ly/hjc550NeyKo

Renewable Cities’ Housing Solutions Lab was featured in the North Shore News! Bring on the Golden Girls-type living! ow.ly/elso50Nexha

🎙️Join us on March 15 at Roundhouse Community Centre for SFU’s Moving in a Livable Regions free event. Learn about mobility + land use in an open/accessible way. Open mic🎤, free food🌮, interactive learning ✨ + other fun activities await. Bring friends + fam! #vanmuni #vanpoli

Manufacturing and transporting #masstimber emits less carbon than emission-intensive materials like concrete, steel and aluminum—23% of total global emissions. Mass timber can strengthen #bcforestry while contributing to climate change. #bcpoli

Governments aren’t fully calculating the added benefits of smaller public transport projects in poorer urban fringe suburbs, “such as lower crime, increased employment, better health outcomes and improved social inclusion.” ow.ly/XvCB50NezGv

North Vancouver was ranked as B.C.’s second most resilient city in 2023.🎉 ow.ly/Svr250NeyTq

Come join Community Conversations to Disrupt Discrimination on March 16, 3-5pm. This free event features a panel discussion on homelessness, opportunities to connect with community members, and refreshments. Register now: get.sfu.ca/cJJfRK

Own a home on Vancouver's North Shore? Over 55 and keen on secondary suites/home-sharing? Join our paid ($100) workshop. Together we'll identify barriers, brainstorm supportive solutions and create a bright path forward. Registration is required. ow.ly/KgoC50N8wIW

We're on the lookout for our next Executive Director. This is an exceptional opportunity for a leader to bring their experience and expertise in facilitating meaningful discussions that address the issues of our times. Apply here: mjwcfd.ca/ED?utm_campaig…

Using #masstimber to construct mid-rise buildings (7 - 12 floors) has epic potential in B.C. It delivers affordable, high-performance, low-carbon buildings at scale. Local governments take note! #bcpoli ow.ly/71El50MJuZx

RC's Alex Boston spoke to #VanSun and predicted that the future will likely increase #MetroVancouver and municipal property taxes and utility fees to address the region’s “infrastructure deficit.” ow.ly/XmVQ50N2C7g

One of my favourite radio shows is @cbcwhatonearth with host @lauralynchcbc.I always learn something new & feel more connected to smart climate people in Canada. @theUSDN @renewablecities @SFUDialogue @MLR_BC @rowemw @judec92