By Nick Cunningham, DeSmog Blog
Americans support the steps taken by the Biden administration thus far to tackle climate change by large margins, according to a new poll.
By Kea Wilson, Strong Towns
When we talk about the economic benefits of gardening, farming, and otherwise fostering a comprehensive local food system, we usually bring up reduced grocery bills, import replacement, and even preparation for national supply chain disruption if our big agriculture model ever proves unsustainable. But we less often talk about the ways that plants—including edible plants—can double as green infrastructure that can take the pressure off the man-made systems we rely on to make our cities function.
By Codi Kozacek, Circle of Blue
Among the devastating effects of the low pressure storm system that pummeled South Carolina over the weekend was the heavy damage the record-breaking rains caused to water transport and treatment infrastructure, and the release of a tide of contaminated stormwater.
By John Thackara, Doors of Perception
Under what circumstances would we become mindful stewards of living systems, not just their expoiters?
By Warren Karlenzig, Sustainable Cities Collective
NASA's new report on the likelihood of megadrought in the Central and Western United States is a harsh yet timely wake-up call for cities.
By Dave Levitan, Yale Environment 360
Urban stormwater runoff is a serious problem, overloading sewage treatment plants and polluting waterways. Now, various U.S. cities are creating innovative green infrastructure — such as rain gardens and roadside plantings — that mimics the way nature collects and cleanses water.