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August, 2007
Being Smart About Being Green
August 27, 2007
By Philip White
Arizona Republic: Environment
Evidence that we each need to be more environmentally responsible surrounds us. Global warming is no longer just “a theory,” and the rate of species extinction increases precipitously as the growing human population expands its pressure on the Earth’s resources.
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Alternative Pavements Ease Urban-Heat Effect
August 4, 2007
by Jay Golden and Kamil Kaloush for the Arizona Republic
In rapidly urbanizing regions such as Phoenix, pavements comprise the largest percentage of the developed urban fabric, more so than roofs and open space. During daytime, streets, highways and parking lots absorb and retain short-wave radiation from the sun. > Read more…
Being Smart About Being Green
August 27, 2007
By Philip White
Arizona Republic: Environment
Evidence that we each need to be more environmentally responsible surrounds us. Global warming is no longer just “a theory,” and the rate of species extinction increases precipitously as the growing human population expands its pressure on the Earth’s resources.
> Read more…
Alternative Pavements Ease Urban-Heat Effect
August 4, 2007
by Jay Golden and Kamil Kaloush for the Arizona Republic
In rapidly urbanizing regions such as Phoenix, pavements comprise the largest percentage of the developed urban fabric, more so than roofs and open space. During daytime, streets, highways and parking lots absorb and retain short-wave radiation from the sun. > Read more…
GREEN TALK COLUMNS
published in The Arizona Republic- August 30, 2008
High Expectations for 2nd GreenSummit - August 22, 2008
Now Is Time to Stop Building Freeways - July 25, 2008
Consider an Area’s Walkability - July 11, 2008
Sustainability Changes Outlook for Engineer - June 21, 2008
When Heat Threatens Society
SUSTAINABILITY DIGEST
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