VERGE 22
Leading beyond LEED: The future of the built environment is healthy buildings and an inclusive workforce
Retrofitting existing spaces to promote health for occupants and diversifying the facilities management workforce will foster the next-generation built environment. Read More
Will 'discontent' accelerate a sustainable transport future?
VERGE 22 attendees share their insights on climate, innovation and change in the transportation industry. Read More
Forestry at a tech conference? How nature has become the most popular topic in tech
This is one of the most exciting sectors for innovation. Read More
A rising generation speaks truth to power
When engaging with today’s youth, be ready to be uncomfortable. Read More
Jennifer Granholm: 'Send us proposals for the big, bold clean energy projects'
The U.S. Secretary of Energy detailed how businesses, investors and inventors can advance the energy transition. Read More
Episode 338: Women raise voices at VERGE 22
This episode features VERGE 22 keynote speakers Paris Agreement negotiator Christiana Figueres, behavioral scientist Sweta Chakraborty, marine geologist Dawn Wright and more. Read More
How science, technology and behavior change can confront the climate crisis
Behavioral scientist Sweta Chakraborty, president of We Don’t Have Time, says we need to acknowledge cognitive biases and get better at talking about climate risks. Read More
How Adobe built an all-electric office tower
Adobe’s new 18-story building is Silicon Valley’s first of its kind, and places a big bet on the future of corporate spaces in the era of climate change. Read More
San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo: 'This is where the action is'
The 65th mayor of the "capital of Silicon Valley" on how the public and private sectors can get more done, faster, on climate and equity. Read More
How impact accounting can accelerate corporate emissions reductions
The GHG Protocol helped catalyze a generation of renewable energy procurement, but it’s starting to show its age. A proposed new approach focuses more directly on the emissions impact of electricity generation and consumption. Read More
