transportation
Furman University
Located in the budding town of Traveler's Rest, South Carolina, this unique, sustainable cob bike rack was created by the Natural Builders of the Upstate. This bike rack can be found along the Greenville Hospital System Swamp Rabbit Trail, a 17.5... Read More
Planet Forward, GWU School of Media and Public Affairs
It's a wonderful time of the year, but holiday traditions can leave a huge impact on the environment. Can we make Thanksgiving more sustainable?
American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)
Editor's Pick: As the weather begins to cool down, we will begin turning up the heat and grabbing our blankets and hats to try to stay warm. What if there was a more sustainable and cost-effective way to keep our homes warm in the winter season?
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Advantages of the HHO Technology
Planet Forward, George Washington University School of Media and Public Affairs
Taking electric vehicles (or EVs) for a spin around the District.
It's not all about electric vehicles, you know. Even as more and more automakers roll out hybrids and electric models, there are other innovations that can improve efficiency and change the way we use our vehicles for better. This week, we're... Read More
American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)
Here's a simple idea to create more parks: retrofit a parking lot. Check out this latest animation from the American Society of Landscape Architects sustainable landscapes series that shows how small parks can revitalize cities.
There are many apps in the market for ride-sharing (car pool, van pool, etc). The availability of such apps have enabled commuters to coordinate their trips, saving money, reducing traffic on roads and ultimately making a positive impact on the... Read More
Minnesota 2020
The federal government has worked with auto manufacturers on aggressive fuel economy standards. Current standards for 2016 will reach 35.5mpg, and if approved, the new car standard would soar to 54.5 mpg in 2025.
Environment Minnesota released a new... Read More
Austin Community College is a commuter college that focuses helping their students reduce the impact of their transportation options.