In Greenovation, noted urban policy scholar Joan Fitzgerald explains why efforts to reduce climate change have to start in cities and calls for a policy of greenovation. Greenovation policies use the city as a test bed for adopting and perfecting green technologies for more energy-efficient buildings, transportation, and other fundamental infrastructures of contemporary life.
Ben Friedlander dreams of transforming a neglected urban lot into a thriving farm, but faces fierce opposition from the mayor and Jack D'Angelo, a ruthless slum lord intent on developing the land for profit. Amidst family strife and community challenges, tragedy strikes when Ben's assistant, Jonah, is murdered. Detectives McCallister and Aronica investigate the crime, while drag queen Carolina Ventura's involvement complicates matters. As Ben's aspirations hang in the balance, unforeseen disasters loom on the horizon.