Assets About Sustainable Cities and Communities
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IBM, C40 Developing AI Solutions for Climate-Resilient Cities
IBM and C40 Cities will co-create a data-driven, AI-powered solution to help cities analyze potential risks that may arise due to extreme heat and the urban heat island effect — including stressed energy resources, increases in mortality rates and ... View More
New Construction or Renovation? Weighing the Costs of a Building’s Life
Changing the focus from short-term fixes to long-term solutions will create a resilient built environment that preserves the integrity of a building's past, serves the needs of the present, and anticipates those of a sustainable future. ... View More
An Ecosystem Approach Is Key When Designing Urban Forestry
Which trees you preserve and plant when you build a new building or expand your corporate footprint has an impact — not only on your property but also on the surrounding community. ... View More
North Carolina Town Sues Utility Over Climate-Related Costs
In the latest in a growing wave of actions aiming to hold the fossil fuel industry liable for its role in accelerating climate change, Carrboro, NC is suing Duke Energy for its continued use of fossil fuels and attempting to gaslight the public about... View More
Report: Massive Challenges, Opportunities in Adapting Cities to Climate Change
Study reveals climate-related concerns of residents of 10 major cities, and provides case studies and actionable strategies for increasing urban climate resilience. ... View More
Clif Outdoor Play Initiative Aims to Increase Access to Nature-Based Play Spaces
Clif's Zbar brand is working with the nonprofit KABOOM! to create modern, outdoor play spaces and increasing the organization's capacity to influence and build a more sustainable playground industry. ... View More
Report: 6 Strategies for Building Nature-Positive, Circular Economy for Europe
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation outlines six circular strategies to transform Europe’s built environment that will boost economic activity, increase climate resilience, and make cities more vibrant places to live and work. ... View More
Transforming Supply Chain Strategy, Relationships with Farmers and Impact Reporting to Bring the First Regenerative Rubber to Market
VF Corporation has become a leader in regenerative rubber sourcing. The brand’s success in bringing the first regenerative rubber shoe outsole to market can be attributed to innovative supply chain practices, transformed relationships with farmers,... View More
Renovate or Rebuild: M&S Oxford St Planning Decision Fuels Debate About ‘Sustainable’ Construction
The retailer argued that a new store would be 25% more energy efficient; but environmentalists say the Oxford Street demolish-rebuild plan would have sent 40K tonnes of CO2 into the atmosphere. ... View More
Concrete Has an Emissions Problem. Thankfully, Startups Are Queuing Up to Solve It
In 2021, global construction projects consumed 30B tonnes of cement to make concrete — with every tonne emitting almost a tonne of CO2. The good news is, technologies already exist to reduce the impact of concrete production. ... View More
Of Course, Nature Can Save Our Hot, Polluted Cities: Meet the CityTree
Green City Solutions has combined air-purifying moss with IoT technology in a smart biotech filter that can clean 82% of fine dust particles from the air, and humidify and cool it by up to 4°C. ... View More
Shared Mobility, Accessibility, Electrification Among Keys to Sustainable Urban Future
The future of our cities is at stake, and it is our duty to find solutions that allow us to offer our users what they demand: more efficient and sustainable cities, at the service of people and not their cars. ... View More
Intrepid Travel Introduces 22 New ‘Impact Initiatives’ for 2022
To provide experiences that enrich destination communities and travelers alike, the new initiatives span 16 countries and include activities such as meals at local establishments supporting women, migrants and seniors; and immersive tours preserving ... View More
Cities Can Have Something for Everyone When Created by Everyone
At Cabify, our team’s female representation more than doubles the technology sector’s average. Safe and inclusive transport plays a crucial role in socially sustainable development — so, if we want truly inclusive cities, we must also listen to... View More
‘Modern Metropolis’: Newsy Docuseries Examines the Collaborations Creating Sustainable Cities
A systems mindset illustrates how we're better together, how we're all connected, how a rising tide lifts all boats. That shift in thinking became evident as we documented the City of Cincinnati’s work to transform itself into a sustainable, "... View More
Visa Outlines Ways to Improve Daily Travel for Smarter, More Efficient Cities
Global transportation study assesses trends and challenges in public transportation and parking, in the face of population growth and urban migration patterns. ... View More
Sustana Group’s New Sustainability Strategy Highlights Environmental Stewardship, Sets Measurable Goals
Sustana Group, the leader in sustainable, recycled fibers and paper products with the smallest environmental footprint, is proud to announce the launch of its 2019 sustainability strategy. ... View More
Sustana Group’s New Sustainability Strategy Highlights Environmental Stewardship, Sets Measurable Goals
Company Makes New Commitments to Create a Sustainable, Closed-Loop Fiber Future ... View More
How Caesars Supports the SDGs – and How Your Organization Can, Too
As part of our CSR strategy, we strategically aligned our programming based on three Sustainable Development Goals. ... View More
Trending: Kellogg, UK Gov Waste No Time Repurposing 'Throw Away' Food
New initiatives from both the private and public sector aim to further chip away at the UK’s food waste issue, as the nation attempts to rebound from being designated Europe’s biggest food waster in 2015. Kellogg's Cornflakes adding sweet touch t... View More
