APA Trends 2022

Question 1

What are the eight “Act Now” trends identified by APA?

Answer 1

1. Climate Emergency
2. Climate Innovation
3. Decarbonization and Diversification
4. Digitalization of Everything
5. Economic Restructuring
6. Health Equity and Nature
7. Housing Affordability, Availability, and Accessibility
8. Political Shifts and Polarization
9. Population Diversity and Inclusive Design

Question 2

What are the four trends we need to prepare for as planners?

Answer 2

1. Artificial Intelligence and Ethics
2. Automation of Transportation
3. Data Collection, Use, and Protection
4. Private-Sector Community Investment

Question 3

What are the signals

Answer 3

1. 3D Printing
2. Community Funding for Equity
3. The Great Resignation and Dislocation of Work
4. Green Signals
5. The Metaverse
6. Privatization of Outer Space