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As data centers see a surge in demand because of generative AI, Henrico County, Virginia, shows how local governments can turn the economic gains of this new industry into sustainable funding for affordable housing.
The rent is high all over, including a neighborhood near you A new interactive tool explores lack of rental affordability in US neighborhoodsPutting evidence first: Learning from the Rikers Island social impact bond Why the failure of the Rikers Island deal doesn't mean doom for pay for successRestricted Options: evidence on housing discrimination against people with disabilities What can we do to ensure equitable housing access?Can the mortgage market handle the surge in minority homeownership? Policy failures will make it difficult for many minorities to move into homeownershipAn important point we tend to miss about lowering international trade barriers Lowering trade barriers has the potential - if not the guarantee - to make everyone better offLet’s leverage growth to build inclusive neighborhoods in cities and suburbs alike The nation’s most- and least-advantaged neighborhoods are separated by income, assets, and educational attainment