Watch This Video: City-Based Ecovillages
Monday, January 26th, 2009 Posted in Green News, Resource - Shelter | Comments OffStreetfilms posted a film today called Los Angeles’ Eco-Village, which takes a closer look at the benefits of this alternative type of housing. The film's presenters take you behind the scenes to show you how this ...
Sustainable Cooking Stoves
Wednesday, January 14th, 2009 Posted in Green News, Resource - Shelter | Comments Offby David Lehr Energy poverty in the developing world is a complex and ongoing problem with serious impacts on health, economic growth, and the overall environment. The impact on the poor is particularly felt in their ...
Resource: Expanding Architecture: Design as Activism
Wednesday, December 24th, 2008 Posted in Green News, Resource - Shelter | Comments OffThroughout history, some architects have earned reputations as egoists who want to impose their ideals on culture through their massive structures. Industry masters are often viewed as untouchable, as few can afford their services. Not to ...
Loan Payday
Tuesday, August 5th, 2008 Posted in Green News, Resource - Shelter | Comments OffCalifornia's innovative energy efficiency loans are a model worth copying. A request: if you a) have anything to do with city or county government, and b) have any interest in, or authority over, property taxes, finance, or ...