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Summer 2024, Feature, Joyce McLean Joyce McLean Summer 2024, Feature, Joyce McLean Joyce McLean

How the Movement Towards Sponge Cities Can Help Soak up Extreme Rainfall

"Sponge Cities" utilize green infrastructure to manage stormwater, combat flooding, and enhance urban resilience by naturally absorbing and repurposing rainwater. This sustainable approach addresses challenges from extreme weather and urban sprawl, transforming cities into greener, more sustainable environments.

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Summer 2024, Case Study, Bec Stanley, Zoë Avery, Emma Bodley, Dr Robyn Simcock Bec Stanley, Zoë Avery, Emma Bodley, Dr Robyn Simcock Summer 2024, Case Study, Bec Stanley, Zoë Avery, Emma Bodley, Dr Robyn Simcock Bec Stanley, Zoë Avery, Emma Bodley, Dr Robyn Simcock

Water Issues to Ecological Opportunities at Auckland Botanic Gardens

The Auckland Botanic Gardens transformed water challenges into ecological opportunities, showcasing innovative water-sensitive design and native plant integration. This case study previews the World Green Infrastructure Congress in Auckland, promoting sustainable urban development.

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Summer 2024, Podcast, Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig Summer 2024, Podcast, Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig

Sustainable Future Podcast: Seeing the Future of Agriculture: Leading Climate Action with Cynthia Rosenzweig

In this episode, Sustainable Futures sits down with climate science pioneer Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig to discuss the impacts and opportunities of climate change on our urban environments and how we can create more resilient communities.

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Summer 2024, Research, JLIV, Thomas Hickey, Maria Chavez, Jennifer Bousselot Thomas Hickey, Maria Chavez, Jennifer Bousselot Summer 2024, Research, JLIV, Thomas Hickey, Maria Chavez, Jennifer Bousselot Thomas Hickey, Maria Chavez, Jennifer Bousselot

A Rooftop Agrivoltaic System: Pollinator Plant Establishment

Green roofs and photovoltaic arrays can coexist, enhancing biodiversity and solar energy generation. In a simulated study, pollinator plants thrived better under PV arrays due to favorable microclimate conditions, suggesting benefits for urban habitat diversity and plant establishment.

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Summer 2024, Research, JLIV, Norbaya Jameela Durr, Kelly Ksiazek-Mikenas Norbaya Jameela Durr, Kelly Ksiazek-Mikenas Summer 2024, Research, JLIV, Norbaya Jameela Durr, Kelly Ksiazek-Mikenas Norbaya Jameela Durr, Kelly Ksiazek-Mikenas

Native Forbs Grown Under Green Roof Conditions Have Altered Biomass Allocation Strategies

Green roofs can sequester carbon dioxide, but their contribution is often overlooked. Plants on green roofs allocate more biomass below ground to cope with stress and benefit from symbiotic fungi. This suggests green roofs significantly aid in carbon sequestration.

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