Technology
The science of preparing cities for natural disasters
Why not audit expected casualties and expected financial loss in a city in the same way you audit the finances or the creditworthiness of sovereign states? Read More
7 companies steering the self-driving car craze
Tech heavyweights like Alphabet and Apple are just two of the contenders to watch in the fast-evolving market for autonomous vehicles. Read More
How architects can take action on climate change
Market forces are stronger than ever in recognizing and capturing the opportunities around climate-responsible architecture design practices. Read More
Kering and Silicon Valley find a good fit in sustainable fashion
The acclaimed fashion company behind Gucci and Saint Laurent teams with a startup accelerator to find the next big thing in circular, durable and decarbonized fashion. Read More
Could EVs put the brakes on the utility 'death spiral'?
The industry could drive entirely new revenue streams and business models by investing in charging stations. Too expensive? Think of it as a branding exercise. Read More
3 key trends peer into the future of connected buildings
Investors are still skittish about early-stage startups selling automation and energy-management apps, but the market for software, sensors and services for smarter offices, factories and groceries stores is maturing gracefully. Read More
Can this startup use blockchain to brew up more sustainable coffee?
A new venture, bext360, has developed a system that verifies beans using smart image recognition. The technology may allow buyers to track provenance of crops more closely, while promising faster payments for local farmers. Read More
GM, Lyft and Otto on the future of mobility
These five videos bridge the divide between science fiction and our transportation reality. Read More
More blockchain experiments that could unlock innovation
More than 200 potential applications are in the energy sector alone. Plus, don't overlook emerging models for self-driving vehicles and tracing lumber. Read More
Why this U.S. logistics giant will use drones powered by fuel cells
PINC, which manages ship and railyards, is looking forward to longer flight times and faster refueling turnaround. It's not the only one. Read More
