5 public-private partnerships pushing the sustainability envelope
See how the combined strengths of governments, businesses and non-profits are addressing some of the world’s social and environmental problems. Read More
The Tesla conundrum: How electric vehicles redefine luxury
Shifting auto market dynamics and long-term incentives for driving electric are changing the definition of luxury cars. Read More
The glue inspired by a worm could save your life someday
Biomimicry in the making of a surgical glue: scientists seek the sticky, wet, and adhesive properties of worm secretions in creating a medical glue for surgery. Read More
Here's how to update electricity pricing for the 21st century
The predominant models for pricing electricity date back to 1961. The time has come to revisit and update that standard. Read More
Marine Corps Air Station Miramar flies toward energy independence
Here's how this Southern California airbase's mix of recycling, renewables and water conservation won an EPA Federal Green Challenge Award. Read More
LA's $40 billion bet to make greener cities more equitable
With big infrastructure investment comes a big opportunity to align urban growth with both environmentally and socially sustainable development goals. Read More
Exit Interview: Bob Langert, McDonald's
Last week, Bob Langert retired after 32 years at McDonald’s Corp., 27 of them heading the company’s sustainability operations. Here's some of what he did and learned, and the three things that made him stand out. Read More
From Al Gore to Solyndra, 4 ways culture shapes the climate debate
Embedded within the economic and technological challenges apparent in the debate over climate change are much deeper cultural divides. Read More
How floating farms could help feed 9 billion people sustainably
It sounds crazy, but self-sufficient communities in the middle of the ocean could help relieve the pressures of a rapidly-growing global population. Read More
PR giant Edelman cuts ties with oil industry
World's largest public relations firm walks away from the gas and oil industry, including the $327 million American Petroleum Institute account. Read More