This four-part dinner series was created by Prof. Lawrence Susskind at the request of a group of students in MIT’s Department of Urban Studies and Planning (DUSP) who felt the...

In Season 3, we ask: What lies within? How do our inner values, beliefs, and sense of reverence shape our resilience and inspire us to act in the world? This season dives into...

This course is designed for students who wish to gain deep insights into the tension and synergy between sustainability and the real estate industry. The operation and...

The COVID-19 pandemic epitomizes existing vulnerabilities. While multiple international and national guidelines have been released, it remains unclear the extent to which...

This course introduces students to a set of analytic tools and conceptual frameworks through which to assess the origins and evolution of the institutions that constitute...

This course examines how cities and individuals can reduce energy use and carbon emissions, focusing on urban scales and practical solutions. It addresses complex issues like...

This course is for anyone who wants to understand the unique role banks play as intermediaries in our economy and how they can leverage that position to produce positive...

This course examines why we plan for economic development, how government is funded in the US, what strategies are commonly used to attract and retain development, and how...

This seminar introduces students to basic principles of environmental justice and presents frameworks for analyzing and addressing inequalities in the distribution of...