Protecting the Invisible

Creating climate change resilient cities by incorporating new urban design standards

Food Production in a Climate Changing World

With rising temperatures around the world, the pressure on food production is heating up.

The Built Environment of a Climate Changing World

Buildings, the biggest source of green house gas emission and energy consumption, may also hold the greatest potential to curb climate change. Here’s why it is essential to understand the relationship of our built environment and its increasing…

Business and the Sustainability Trend

The ongoing trend for sustainable business ideas and reform is evident. From large multi-national corporations to smaller “green-tech” startups, the importance for environmental and social responsibility is known and of great interest. However, profitability remains first and foremost…

Is your apple a day traveling to the moon and back to get on your plate?

The average American meal contains at least five ingredients from countries outside the United States while an average plate of food has items that have traveled at least 1000 miles. So, what’s the problem?

Carbon Dioxide Emissions and Development through the Ages

It has been proven through data that carbon dioxide has affected planet Earth. Now, this is the next step.

Trash. Our Trash. Where does it go?

Understanding the various qualities of landfills and their contribution to air pollution.