<title>Abstract</title> This article critically evaluates Ewing and Rong's analysis, which suggests that low‐density, single‐family housing is more energy intensive than higher‐density development and thus justifies more stringent antisprawl growth controls. While the empirical analysis is fundamentally...

This paper takes a critical look at the Smart Growth movement and its reliance on traditional central planning to achieve its goals. Using statewide planning in Oregon, Florida, and Washington State as examples, the paper examines the planning focus of recent efforts to manage growth through...

This article evaluates the case for vehicle miles traveled (VMT) reduction as a core policy goal for reducing greenhouse gases (GHGs), concluding the economic impacts and social consequences would be too severe given the modest potential environmental benefits. Attempts to reduce VMT typically...