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With all the recent rain California has been experiencing, L.A.’s approval of the Low Impact Development ordinance last week seems all the more relevant at this point in time. For those like myself who are not familiar with this idea of “LID”, it is a new approach to managing storm water and urban runoff by controlling it at the source with small, cost-effective systems vs. traditional “end-of-line” treatment facilities. Basically, it is one way to mitigate the negative effects of both development and urbanization, while improving water quality and recharging groundwater. Read more…
While environmentally friendly building has become a worldwide trend, rarely is Asia a popular topic when it comes to green construction. The majority of the building in the region consumes more energy then those of developed countries- and therefore has a substantial environment impact. If buildings use more energy than any other sector as well as contribute to climate change, and China alone is said to currently be contributing over half of the worlds new floor space, eco-friendly features should be a major point of interest. Serving as a leader in the region, Tapei 101 of Taiwan (the world’s tallest completed building) will hopefully set a positive example of green construction in the Eastern part of the globe. Equipped with a solar powered roof and other green features, the skyscraper stands alone not only in height, but in its environmental characteristics. Read more…
It’s always refreshing to hear about new environmental objectives that aim to make our world a better place. It’s even better to fall upon one that seeks to make an economic, social, and environmental impact. Well, that is exactly what Better World Books has sought to do- and they’ve succeeded in doing so. Beginning with three motivated friends from the University of Notre Dame, a single book drive turned into a movement across our entire continent, and has made an impact worldwide. Read more…
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We’re all well aware that Christmas is full of red and green- but this year green is all the more prevalent. And what better way to be green than with the greenest aspect of Christmas- the tree! In previous years the common belief has been that purchasing an artificial tree is more eco-friendly than taking a live one away from our natural environment. In recent years it is quite the opposite. The National Christmas Tree Association announced that Americans purchased 33 percent fewer artificial trees in 2008 than in 2007- quite a large decrease. But what are the reasons behind the decline? Read more…
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We know investors care about money, but what about water? Most of us probably haven’t considered the importance of water conservation for businesses; especially those of manufacturing and agriculture. But times are changing. Companies are under increased pressure to operate in a water-constrained world. Read more…
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