Twitter map reveals NYC’s lingual diversity
The map’s English tweets are almost indistinguishable from a road map, creating a grid of New York’s busiest streets. Altogether, 22 languages were identified.
The Limits of the Planet: A Debate
Leading scientific figures debate whether the best path to sustainability is by stressing limits or innovation.
An automaker takes a creative approach to renewable energy
Audi’s e-gas initiative makes use of surplus wind power to synthesize fuel from waste CO2 — theoretically, a ‘win-win.’
Eds, meds, and environmental friendliness
New construction and renovation plans aplenty in NYC’s health and education sectors, but will the planners keep their promises for sustainable development?
Sheep, wool, and local farms
A trip to Rhinebeck, NY for the Sheep and Wool Festival, and some resources to help you better understand local agriculture and produce.
Urban sustainability – not just green technology
Expanding our definition of sustainability to include not only environmental but also economic and societal issues.
Is it “natural”?
How natural is “natural”? Asking us to reconsider the human element in the creation of NYC’s “natural” landscapes.
Apps step in to fill the mass transit void in Apple’s iOS 6
The new operating software for Apple‘s iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad was released on Wednesday, September 19th in close conjunction with the release of the…
Long-awaited park opens in North Brooklyn
Soak up the remaining summer sun while you still can! If you’re in North Brooklyn, there’s (finally) a new waterfront park for you to do just that.
Transportation Alternatives seeks public input on upcoming Play Streets
Transportation Alternatives, the advocacy organization perhaps most responsible for the opening of New York streets to pedestrians and bicycles, is holding a series of meetings…
Deep-seeded roots: NYC’s urban farming history
Is urban farming just another hipster trend? Guest blogger Caity Flanagan reminds us of urban farming’s deep-“seeded” roots in NYC and the US.
Re-thinking ecological concepts // Re planteando conceptos ecológicos
How many paper cups, styrofoam coffee cups, coke bottles, water bottles, and plastic bottles have we used and thrown away like nothing? Too many. It’s…
Green roofs 101
From beehives to gardens to fully-functioning farms, NYC residents have begun to utilize the city’s rooftops in ongoing efforts to go green. But what exactly is a green roof?
Bokashi: a new (old) way to compost
Vokashi, a locally-based organization, seeks to bring urban friendly composting options to cities like New York.
A weekend activity guide to art and nature around NYC
A variety of projects, parks, and art shows currently on display provide viewers with an interactive way to explore nature without leaving New York City.
Get to know your local greenmarket
NYC now has 54 farmers markets covering every borough, with over 230 local farms and suppliers participating. Here’s a comprehensive guide to buying local food outside this summer.
Fresh produce for a hard edged world
The newly opened Bowery Mission Rooftop Farm strives to meet seasonal produce needs through a newly constructed rooftop farm, which will also provide insulation, reduce energy costs, and integrate educational opportunities.
The big green hackathon
“Reinvent Green Hackathon” sounds like something out of a science fiction film— but it happened here in the city just two weeks ago. Five prizes were presented by the judges, but the jury’s still out on a sixth prize: Popular Choice, to be decided by the public. Voting is open until July 15th, so be sure to vote here;