3 ways building controls must evolve
The dream of energy efficient, comfortable and intuitive buildings lies in better operational controls. Read More
Canada's cities confront climate change
Heavy rains causing floods and mudslides frequent, and heatwaves are more severe. The consequences for low-income households and older adults could be particularly serious. Read More
There is no 'new normal' for climate — only change
Still, there are many reasons we need to eliminate our carbon dioxide emissions, limit global warming and help society adapt to the future. Read More
A tale of two 'living' buildings in the Capitol
Measuring the intangible value of two Living Building Challenge and WELL Building certifications in Washington, D.C. Read More
GM, Michelin put brakes on deforestation linked to rubber
Deforestation has accelerated in the rubber producing countries of Southeast Asia to feed global demand for tires. But Michelin and now General Motors have launched zero deforestation rubber procurement policies. Read More
A microgrid grows in Brooklyn — is this the future of energy?
A closely watched prototype from startup L03 Energy has transformed a local neighborhood into a test hub for trading power locally. Read More
Turning dirt into climate goals via carbon farming
Hawaii's commitments to a low-carbon future include a task force that will identify agricultural and aquacultural practices to improve soil health, increase climate resiliency, and improve carbon sequestration. Read More
Energy efficiency is a 'win-win' for investors
Access to better data and sharper analysis should help unlock the huge returns on offer from energy efficiency investments. So why is progress so slow? Read More
The Paris gap: How private action can fill the void on emissions
Even if all the remaining participating nations do their part to uphold the Paris Agreement, governments alone can’t substantially reduce the risk of catastrophic climate change. Read More
Could Google become God?
A look into our artificial intelligence-driven future. Read More