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How Basel started a green-roof revolution in Europe
One way to lower energy costs, reduce flooding AND improve biodiversity? Cover every new building in plants
Columbia Green Technologies selects DuPont™ Styrofoam™ Brand Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Insulation Aligned with Sustainability Vision
Columbia Green Technologies announces selection of DuPont™ Styrofoam™ Brand XPS Insulation for green infrastructure solutions aimed to help mitigate the effects of climate change around flooding, rising heat island effect and reducing carbon emissions.
The Nature of Soundscaping
Habitat Soundscaping’s Evan Benway reveals how nature-inspired audio and visuals are increasing productivity and decreasing stress levels in the physical workplace.
Prague’s First Blue-Green District Combines Modern Design, Sustainability, and Community
With the Modřanský Cukrovar development, Skanska is creating a unique city district focused on sustainability, innovation and a neighborly vibe.
What Goes on Inside Leeds’ Vertical Garden and the Tallest 'Living Wall'
The Leeds Recycling and Energy Recovery facility (RERF) is the flagship development at the heart of Leeds’ integrated waste strategy for the next two decades
LAF Accepting Applications for the 2022 CSI Program
The Case Study Investigation (CSI) program is a unique research collaboration and training program for faculty, students, and practitioners.
Using Nature in Infrastructure Projects Could Save US$248bn Per Year - Study
New UN-backed Resource Centre launches ahead of COP26 to build business case for natural solutions to infrastructure challenges.
Renaturing Our Cities For Climate Action and Citizens’ Wellbeing
Green infrastructure, with the support of the right legislative framework, can play a key role both for climate mitigation and in supporting urban areas to adapt to a changing climate.
Green Roof’s Important Role in New York City’s Future Resilience
Cities like New York are ready to address their stormwater and urban heat island problem through innovative and multi-dimensional solutions.
It’s a Jungle in Here: the Rise of the ‘Biophilic’ Home
Green walls, indoor plants and natural materials are all part of the plan for greener living
Iconic Biowall Installation Reconfigured for Optimal Sustainability and Maintenance
The Biowall — that 22-foot- wide, 80-foot-tall functional wall of air-purifying plants that proudly stands in the building’s lobby— has been undergoing renovations since August.
Green Roofs Installed on Admiral’s Row Buildings at the Brooklyn Navy Yard
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection on Monday joined with Steiner NYC, developer of Steiner Studios, to announce the addition of three green roofs at Admiral’s Row in the Brooklyn Navy Yard
New Report Details and Summarizes Energy and Climate Benefits of Green Roofs
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities and the Green Infrastructure Foundation have released a new report, Green Roofs, Energy, and Climate
Amid Climate Change and Inequality, ‘Heat Islands’ Pose a Threat
Urban areas with plenty of pavement and few trees are trapping heat, making things hard on residents with health conditions
The Living Architecture Monitor Launches: Fall 2021, The Social Issue
The Fall Social Issue is focused on the many intersections between living architecture, community, and sustainability
New Urban Land Institute Framework Calls for More Equitable Approach to Regional Planning and Investment
ULI research highlights infrastructure investment gap of nearly $4 trillion, which risks future of equitable, sustainable communities
Jonathan F.P. Rose Selected as Winner of the 2021 ULI Prize for Visionaries in Urban Development
Leading global advocate for truly equitable, affordable and sustainable housing receives prestigious real estate, land use and development honor.
CitiesAlive 2021: Designing for Multi-functionality Launches
CitiesAlive goes global and virtual during the ongoing pandemic.
City of San Diego Releasing Plan to Tackle Climate Change
The City of San Diego is getting ready to release a climate action plan.
There's Now a Farm and Orchard on Top of the Javits Center
The plan is to grow up to 40,000 pounds of produce each year