Green Communities

It takes a village. Or a city. Some PF Member ideas for turning whole communities green.

Video by Samantha Cohen and Eric Estroff
Video by Samantha Cohen and Eric Estroff
The George Washington University
The Megacity: A Beacon of Sustainability - if you design it right.
Green Roof
Green Roof
SUNY-ESF
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry established a Green Roof back in 2012 on top of the new Gateway Center, which was was also established in 2012. Green roofs slow the runoff, and absorb up to 80% of rainwater that would have... Read More
Selfie: what could be the future
Selfie: what could be the future
The George Washington University
FEATURED SELFIE: Corporate America is looking for ways to go green, and they're starting from the top down - literally.
Biofiltration Selfie Video
Biofiltration Selfie Video
The George Washington University
FEATURED SELFIE: High storm water runoff levels are dangerous - these planters could be an attractive solution.
The George Washington University
FEATURED SELFIE: The answer to cleaning up and cooling off our cities might be over our heads - literally.
George Washington University
FEATURED SELFIE: The DC Streetcar could revitalize the H Street district while making public transit more green.
Go Green or Go Home
Go Green or Go Home
University of Mississippi Meek School of Journalism
My sorority uses styrofoam almost everyday! Learn about the dangers of styrofoam, and how to reduce use.
Blog by Gabe Salkin; Video by Leor Reef and Gabe Salkin
Blog by Gabe Salkin; Video by Leor Reef and Gabe Salkin
George Washington University
Solar can be hard to set up for one person alone, but DC residents are involving the whole community in light of falling prices and tax incentives.
The George Washington University
You can't always farm in the city, but that doesn't mean you can't have someone farm for you in the country.
Video by Julia Blakely and John Perrino
Video by Julia Blakely and John Perrino
What's a great way for foodies to get a shot of vitamins while making their dishes deliciously beautiful? Restaurants like Washington DC's Graffiato are doing it using microgreens.

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