Confining Cattle Ups Carbon Footprint
July 8, 2011Greenhouse-gas emissions are lower for cows kept outdoors year-round rather than spending time in the barn, a study shows.
Landmark Green Upgrade
June 16, 2011Jupiterimages/Thinkstock The Empire State Building is leading the way toward eco-friendly retrofitting among large buildings. The Empire State Building is the tallest building in New York, and is on its way to becoming one of the most eco-friendly.A $20 million sustainability retrofit was launched in 2009 to help the iconic landmark reduce its energy consumption. […]
Green Zoo Builds Urban Solar Canopy
March 18, 2011Courtesy Dave Jenike The Cincinnati Zoo’s solar canopy, dubbed the largest urban solar array, will begin reducing the zoo’s carbon footprint beginning in April. Taking a trip to the Cincinnati Zoo this year is going to be a lot cooler for visitors. Up to 800 cars at a time will be able to park in the […]
