Architects can build a new world of sustainable beauty by learning from nature. At a TEDSalon in London, Michael Pawlyn described three natural habits that could transform architecture and

Architects can build a new world of sustainable beauty by learning from nature. At a TEDSalon in London, Michael Pawlyn described three natural habits that could transform architecture and society.

These principles include radical resource efficiency, closed-loop systems, and drawing energy from the sun. Adopting these strategies can lead to a more sustainable and beautiful built environment.

Heavy rainfall over the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia, and the eastern Pacific Ocean predicts 100°F (38°C) temperatures in California's Central Valley within 4 to 16 days. This finding comes from

Heavy rainfall over the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia, and the eastern Pacific Ocean predicts 100°F (38°C) temperatures in California's Central Valley within 4 to 16 days. This finding comes from a collaborative research team at UC Davis and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Climate Center in Busan, South Korea.

Researchers, including UC Davis professor Richard Grotjahn, linked these heat waves to the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), a large, traveling atmospheric circulation pattern. For more information, visit: UCTV.

This excerpt summarizes findings from the "What do Oregonians Value and Believe?" survey, presented by Adam Davis of DHM Research with Dave Miller at the City Club of Portland on October 4,

This excerpt summarizes findings from the "What do Oregonians Value and Believe?" survey, presented by Adam Davis of DHM Research with Dave Miller at the City Club of Portland on October 4, 2013.

A key finding indicates Oregonians believe the nation must consume less to address climate change. This content was curated and annotated by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, Voices of Sustainability, and published on January 28, 2015.

Access the full interview here.

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