Image Credit: joruba/123rf.com A neglected alleyway in Bristol has been transformed into a vibrant space teeming with life, thanks to the Pollinator Pathways Project. This initiative has revitalized the area with an array of nectar-rich plants, including catmint, yarrow, geraniums, and anemones, which are now attracting various pollinators such as bumblebees and hoverflies. The project,…
Image Credit: Photo courtesy of Culdesac Living In Tempe, Arizona, a pioneering car-free community known as Culdesac is redefining urban living by prioritizing walkability and public transit over automobile dependence. This $200 million, 17-acre development, which opened in 2021, consists of 288 residential units and aims to foster a vibrant community atmosphere. Culdesac currently houses…
As office vacancies reach unprecedented levels worldwide, innovative solutions are emerging to repurpose these underutilized spaces. In the United States, over 20 percent of office buildings are currently empty, largely due to the rise of remote and hybrid work models. This trend has sparked interest in vertical farming, a method that transforms vacant offices into…
Image Credit: chalabala/123rf.com Oslo is pioneering a major shift in construction practices by mandating the use of emission-free machinery for municipal projects. This initiative, which took effect in January 2023, aims to eliminate fossil fuels from construction sites, making them quieter and more environmentally friendly. As a result, 98 percent of the city’s construction operations…
