Will Mexico City’s massive new park be a climate adaptation paragon for other cities?

An architect and officials are hoping that a huge park in Mexico City can restore the water systems of the region and serve as a model for others around the world.

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Will Mexico City’s massive new park be a climate adaptation paragon for other cities?

Trend: Commercial buildings go all-electric

All signs point to the next generation of commercial buildings becoming all-electric.

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Trend: Commercial buildings go all-electric

4 things you should know about sustainability reporting practices

While disclosure is generally on the rise, this greater transparency does not always produce significant changes in practice. At least not yet.

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4 things you should know about sustainability reporting practices

Here are some natural cures to help fight super lice

Health officials are warning that a new, medication-resistant strain of “super lice” has been found in 25 separate states this year. While the regular over the counter shampoos and treatments may not work to eradicate these pests, not to worry — we’ve put together a list of effective, natural cures you can use instead. READ MORE >

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‘Philly Recycles Tour’ Educates Locals About Waste Diversion

In 2008, Philadelphia’s recycling rate sat at a dismal 7 percent, but city officials are out to change all that — and their approach is working. Since endorsing a five-point plan laid out by the RecycleNOW Philadelphia campaign, Mayor…

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‘Philly Recycles Tour’ Educates Locals About Waste Diversion

42 Tons of Rat Poison to be Dropped on Island Paradise

Photo via truce The normally scenic blue skies over a tiny island paradise will soon be darkened as helecopters pour 42 tons of rat poisoning over the land. The reason for all this? Well, Lord Howe Island , 800 miles off the coast of Sydney and considered by many to be one of the most beautiful places in the world, has a rat problem .

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42 Tons of Rat Poison to be Dropped on Island Paradise

Alien Frogs Found In Alaska’s Imported Christmas Trees

Photo: Cute but a threat to Alaska?

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Alien Frogs Found In Alaska’s Imported Christmas Trees