billhardy

Now focusing on making cities healthier place to live with green infrastructure and nature based solutions.

[billhardy @billhardy]

@garymasonglobe Except now BC is at the bottom and destined to stay there for a while.

[Brent Toderian @BrentToderian]

“Air pollution fell substantially as Paris restricted car traffic and made way for parks, people-streets and bike-lanes.”

Better for the climate, better for health, better for livability and quality of life.

Common sense.

Such a no-brainer, it’s remarkable that more cities HAVEN’T done the same.
https://t.co/YwgDbhDGft

[HTA News @HTAnews]

“Green spaces are not simply a ‘nice to have’. They are critical infrastructure.”

@ProvenderTweets Richard McKenna addressed MPs & industry leaders last night during the @indparltrust HTA dinner

https://t.co/W4xGGMT0FM

#RHSChelsea

[HTA News @HTAnews]

Great to join parliamentarians & industry leaders at today’s EHG breakfast briefing #RHSChelsea. Discussions on healthier communities, green spaces, biodiversity, climate resilience, & inspiring future generations ahead of #NationalChildrensGardeningWeek

https://t.co/ThAQywsO46

[Melissa & Chris Bruntlett @modacitylife]

The Dutch landscape hides a marvel in plain sight: thousands of miles of smooth, signed, scenic cycling paths connecting every corner of the country.

The payoff? A cycle tourism economy worth €2 billion per year. Proof that when you build for bikes, people (and places) prosper.

[HTA News @HTAnews]

It’s time to enter the New Plant Awards! 🌸
Reminder, the deadline to enter is Friday, 15 May! ⏳
https://t.co/XGwLciJ86U

#NewPlantAwards #NationalPlantShow #HTA

[HTA News @HTAnews]

It certainly is that time of year again! 🌿
Hear from our immediate Past President, @AlanEDown, about why you should enter this year’s Grower of the Year Awards.🏆
Enter here 👉 https://t.co/3ajA3w27Ys

#GOTY #UKHorticulture #GrowerOfTheYearAwards

[Jason Kenney 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇮🇱 @jkenney]

David Eby is a hard left ideologue driving BC off a fiscal cliff.

Tommy Douglas always ran balanced budgets in Saskatchewan because he understood that debt = money going to interest payments instead of people.

Debt also means higher taxes in the future, for a province that already has some of the highest taxes in North America.

[Brent Toderian @BrentToderian]

Safe, protected bike-lanes are:

Better for business

Better for emissions

Better for air quality

Better for public health

Better for noise

Better for space

Better for equity

Better for affordability

Better for public cost

Better for safety for EVERYONE

Better for oil independence

Better.

[Brent Toderian @BrentToderian]

“A city’s creativity doesn’t depend on cars. That’s the 20th century. We’re in the 21st.”— Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo.

No matter what happens in the Paris election, the world’s cities owe Mayor Hidalgo a huge debt of gratitude.

The boldest, most inspiring mayor I’ve seen.
https://t.co/haeLw99RCJ

[AIPH @AIPHGlobal]

On 16–17 March, AIPH conducted a site inspection one year ahead of Expo 2027 Yokohama (GREEN×EXPO 2027), Japan 🇯🇵
Preparations are progressing well, with construction, planting, and global engagement underway.

[AIPH @AIPHGlobal]

Missed the AIPH Meeting Sydney 2026?

Thursd. has written a fantastic summary of the key subjects discussed in the AIPH Horticultural Industry Conference, including the impact of climate change and a dynamic market on producers.

Check it out: https://t.co/i5EAXzf6T2

[Urban Cycling Institute 🚲  @fietsprofessor]

We overestimate resistance against policies that turn car parking spots into greenery and places for living.

A loud minority makes politicians back down, while in reality there is often large support. They need imagination, courage and curiosity!

Study: https://t.co/4Yg0IufCq3

[Melissa & Chris Bruntlett @modacitylife]

Where should cities start with bike networks?

Not with the once-a-day commute.

Design for short, frequent trips: to school, shops, childcare or the train. Journeys we make again and again.

Because if cycling works for daily life, it works for everyone.

https://t.co/rm0fq4kdYG

[AIPH @AIPHGlobal]

Our Secretary General and President visited the 10th Myplant & Garden in Milan, Italy, yesterday.

With exhibitors and visitors spanning nursery stock, cut flowers and landscape, the event highlights the strength and diversity of the global ornamental horticulture sector.

[Brent Toderian @BrentToderian]

The more people that choose to walk, bike & ride public transit around cities, the better cities work for everyone, including drivers.

EVERYONE.

There’s no “war on cars,” just an opportunity for more successful cities.

You’re being lied to. It’s time we tell #TheTruthAboutTraffic.

[AIPH @AIPHGlobal]

Registrations are now open for the AIPH Meeting Sydney 2026

📍 Sydney, Australia
🗓 8–12 March 2026

For 1 week, the global horticultural community will come together to learn about the current challenges and opportunities for the global industry.

🔗 https://t.co/ePP9XPZ0zh

[Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds @bienenstock]

Capturing carbon today. Planting trees for tomorrow. https://t.co/UodHi5xQnn

[Andy Boenau @Boenau]

77% of Americans would pay more to live in walkable neighborhoods.

What if... local governments legalized walkable neighborhoods?

[ICBA | Join Us! @icbabc]

Contractors are no longer scrambling for workers – they’re scrambling for work. ICBA’s 2026 Construction & Wage Survey finds 40% expect more work in 2026, nearly 1 in 5 expect less (avg -25%), and only 6% think government is on the right track.

Details: https://t.co/brZlqprwU1