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Curitiba, Brazil – Sustainable Urban Eco City

Effective Living | Activism > Environment Summary. In 2010, Curitiba, Brazil was awarded the Globe Sustainable City Award which was set up to recognize cities and municipalities which excel in sustainable urban development around the world. “The City of Curitiba shows maturity in their understanding of sustainable city development – both regarding policy and implementation.… Continue reading Curitiba, Brazil – Sustainable Urban Eco City

Division 43 by DR Horton – Sustainable and Walkable Small New Urbanism Community in Portland, Oregon

Housing > Small House Society Division 43 Small, Sustainable, and Walkable New Urbanism Community in Portland, Oregon by D.R. Horton Our micro homes are a conscious commitment to a different way of building and living. The home designs are built with reclaimed and sustainable materials and share community resources. Division 43 is a 29-unit complex… Continue reading Division 43 by DR Horton – Sustainable and Walkable Small New Urbanism Community in Portland, Oregon

Philips – A Simple Switch – Energy and Green Living Assessment Website

Activism > Environment | Technology Summary. Philips, developer of the Sustainable City Light Blossom,  has launched the website ASimpleSwitch.com for personal and business energy usage analysis. The site is drenched with richly detailed and colorful graphic images. Practical suggestions are given to help people and businesses reduce their power consumption. Ongoing interactive consultation allows future… Continue reading Philips – A Simple Switch – Energy and Green Living Assessment Website