Nature.City.Cool

We invite you to discover and share stories, ideas, and collaborations that help shape the vibrant and sustainable communities of the future.

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Helsinki, Finland cityscapeWhat’s your favorite place?

Tell us about that favorite spot that you just can’t get enough of. What’s the vibe that makes it so awesome? What’s fueling all that good energy? And do you think it’ll keep shining bright for years to come?

Dallas Katy Trail with skatersWhat stories can you share?

Share insights from your experiences of designing, enhancing and transforming cool sustainable places. We want them to inspire the people shaping the cool and sustainable communities of the future.

Featured Cool Places and Stories

“Many of today’s cool places exist because natural assets, visionary people, and fortunate circumstances came together in a unique way. This platform seeks to share those stories and other resources with the people who are creating the cool, sustainable places of the future.”

ABOUT nature.city.cool

nature.city.cool is a dynamic new platform where you can share your favorite places and what’s so cool about them. You can also discover the stories, ideas, and collaborations behind projects and initiatives that transformed natural and human communities. We invite you to come with us on the journey to discover and create tomorrow’s cool and sustainable places.

nature.city.cool builds on a half-century of civic leadership by Strategic Community Solutions LLC and its founder, Karen Walz, FAICP — whose work has influenced how communities plan, engage, and build for long-term resilience. We are highlighting innovations, communities and leaders that show how cities are successfully connecting with nature and creating resilient, livable places for the future as a result.

“We hope you will join us!” – Karen Walz, FAICP

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