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Electric vehicles (EVs) use electricity stored in batteries to energize their electric motors, producing zero tailpipe emissions. EVs can be charged both at home and public charging stations. Electric vehicles (EVs) tend to be quieter than gas engines and allow drivers to focus more easily while driving tasks. Furthermore, EVs reduce air pollution and oil…

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel power plants by sequestering its gas underground, typically into geological formations. Biological carbon storage occurs when plants, like trees and grasses, store carbon in their roots and branches or within the soil. Oceans also store this form of organic matter…

Climate change mitigation includes both reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and increasing carbon sequestration, with actions such as adopting renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency measures, adopting regenerative agricultural practices and protecting and restoring forests or other critical ecosystems. To limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, global emissions must be drastically cut back. Just as…

Energy policy refers to a set of decisions and tools implemented by governments to influence energy-related behaviors. Policies may fall under various categories including command-and-control; incentives; awards; or cooperation policies. An effective energy strategy should seek to lower utility costs by improving energy efficiency in buildings, vehicles and appliances as well as ending subsidies or…

Mixed-use development combines industrial, commercial, cultural, hospitality and residential businesses into one building or community, providing convenient everyday destinations and making this form of urban densification popular worldwide. Consolidated infrastructure leads to cost savings in construction and operations. Furthermore, multiple revenue streams increase resilience of mixed-use developments to market fluctuations. Residential Residential mixed-use development can…

Green buildings are structures designed to be environmentally responsible and resource efficient during their entire lifetime, employing renewable energy sources like solar panels or wind power to save on energy consumption and conserving water supplies. Green buildings take advantage of natural forces like sunlight and breezes to reduce dependence on technology. A Seattle office building…

Sustainable urban infrastructure is an emerging multidisciplinary field that spans engineering, social, and environmental sciences. Its focal points are governance, services, metabolism, e-city development and resilience. Studies of all three pillars of sustainability must be undertaken in order to create resilient cities against natural threats and climate change, while simultaneously supporting their citizens to thrive.…

TOD neighborhoods enable more people to live close to the transit they rely on, providing accessibility and agglomeration benefits. Research suggests that TOD neighborhoods reduce per capita vehicle travel, parking demand and overall traffic congestion. TOD residents tend to drive less, leading to significant transportation cost savings (Cervero & Arrington 2008; Nahlik & Chester 2014).…

Sustainable development (SD) seeks to reconcile economic development, social inclusion and environmental stewardship. SD requires governments, businesses and individuals alike to adopt policies, practices and products which promote sustainability in an environmentally responsible manner. Sustainable development means making sustainable development a global priority to achieve these goals. To do this, sustainable development must remain at…

Energy efficiency is one of the easiest and cost-effective strategies for eliminating energy waste and cutting electric costs, while helping combat climate change, protecting the environment, and increasing profitability. Consumer electronics continue to consume electricity even when turned off, but smart power strips can help control this energy use. Save Money Energy efficiency is an…