Greener and richer
Nicholas Kristof at the New York Times writes that green reforms can translate to a stronger economy.
He cites a city report that shows a big reason for the change is increasing use of public transport, particularly light rail. That takes lots of public money. And will take a cultural sea change. People with cars overwhelmingly choose not to ride the bus in these parts.
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