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Jorge A. Barrios

Jorge A. Barrios

A different way to talk about density

Density — population or housing units per area — is a fundamental concept in urban planning. It influences everything from how people get…

Oct 13, 2019

A different way to talk about density

Oct 13, 2019

Jorge A. Barrios

Motorcycle Deaths: Florida’s Silent Road Safety Epidemic

Motorcyclist deaths in Florida have tripled in the past 25 years, but why don’t we talk about it more?

Aug 4, 2019

Motorcycle Deaths: Florida’s Silent Road Safety Epidemic

Aug 4, 2019

Jorge A. Barrios

How energy efficient is your car?

I recently bought a TV which came with a pretty handy energy efficiency label on it. The bright yellow label said I would spend around $21…

Sep 23, 2018

Sep 23, 2018

Jorge A. Barrios

Translation of an interview with Enrique Peñalosa

On the topic of urban planning and getting things done

May 29, 2018

Translation of an interview with Enrique Peñalosa

May 29, 2018

Jorge A. Barrios

In defense of dumb cities

Imagine a city that — although riddled with seemingly intractable problems — transforms itself and becomes a role model in its region and…

Mar 11, 2018

In defense of dumb cities

Mar 11, 2018

Jorge A. Barrios

How to boost SunRail ridership and make money while at it

SunRail — Central Florida’s young commuter rail system — needs more butts in its seats. How do we do it without spending millions?

Aug 26, 2017

How to boost SunRail ridership and make money while at it

Aug 26, 2017

Jorge A. Barrios

A Dollar a Day for Florida’s Cities and Towns

A dollar a day may not seem like much these days, but it could go a long way toward improving transportation and quality of life in…

Dec 11, 2016

A Dollar a Day for Florida’s Cities and Towns

Dec 11, 2016

Jorge A. Barrios

Jorge A. Barrios

I like to work at the intersection of transport and land use. No job too small, no plan too big. [Opinions my own]

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