Decarbonization
Infographic: A path toward sustainable freight
Freight is responsible for 8 percent of U.S. emissions, but we can embrace a strong freight transport sector that also dramatically cuts carbon pollution. Read More
Cut the wrap: How to reduce hospital waste and emissions
Disposable wrap is often used to sterilize surgical tools, but reusable cases provide a more sustainable alternative. Read More
Walgreens opens first net-zero store
The drugstore chain builds its first net-zero retail store. Read More
Cool strategies for cooling buildings
NREL used ancient architecture and developing world strategies to create an award-winning air cooling system. Read More
Why architects must lead on sustainable design
Architects have a historic opportunity to transform the ever-growing built environment's impact for the better. Read More
Google incorporates green roofs into headquarters expansion
As it doubles the size of its headquarters, Google is using green touches like a huge green roof and radiant heating. Read More
How UC Irvine redefines efficiency in laboratories
Using integrated design criteria and performance standards, the school has cut energy use by 50-plus percent. Read More
By 2050, urban buildings that breathe and adapt
A new report on the buildings of the future includes vertical farms and robots. Read More
How car-sharing will transform transportation
In places where residents can join networks to share cars, people save money, emissions drop and parking spaces free up. Read More
Vivint plans for a sunny year ahead
CEO Todd Pedersen talks about the company's big plans for solar installation and expansion in the upcoming year. Read More