• Benefits of Mixed-Use Development

    Benefits of Mixed-Use Development

    An assortment of tenants can increase the visibility and appeal of your project to potential investors, but also adds complexity that requires more time and resources to complete successfully….

  • Green Buildings

    Green Buildings

    Green buildings go beyond current building codes by using premium materials that are more durable, cutting maintenance and replacement costs while prioritizing healthy ventilation and natural sunlight for increased…

  • Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

    Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

    Sustainable urban infrastructure seeks to incorporate nature into city life. Paris is one city which has done just this with their streets being converted into lush greenerie and creating…

  • What is Transit-Oriented Development?

    What is Transit-Oriented Development?

    Transit-oriented development (TOD), is an emerging national trend that seeks to create vibrant, liveable communities centered on high-quality train systems. TOD helps reduce driving and energy use by clustering…

  • Energy Efficiency in Buildings, Transportation and Transportation

    Energy Efficiency in Buildings, Transportation and Transportation

    Energy efficiency lowers utility bills for consumers, increases disposable income for businesses and raises government revenues while simultaneously decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and improving the environment. Energy efficiency reduces…

  • What is Sustainable Development?

    What is Sustainable Development?

    Sustainable development involves managing economic and social progress in ways consistent with nature’s ability to replenish its natural capital reserves. Economic capital may replace natural resources, but not ecosystem…

  • Smart Cities and Education

    Smart Cities and Education

    As humans began living in cities, they have had to address challenges like sanitation, crime, congestion, tax collection and maintenance of public facilities. Smart city technologies aim to assist…

  • The Benefits of Smart Grids

    The Benefits of Smart Grids

    Smart grid technology enables energy providers to adjust energy distribution based on real-time data, relieving strain during peak usage times. Furthermore, it improves power system reliability by detecting outages…

  • Energy Storage – The Future of Electric Vehicles and Off-Grid Solar Homes

    Energy Storage – The Future of Electric Vehicles and Off-Grid Solar Homes

    Energy storage keeps wind and solar power flowing even when it is cloudy or not sunny, powering electric vehicles and off-grid solar homes. Utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESSs)…

  • The Importance of Urban Mobility

    The Importance of Urban Mobility

    Urban mobility is a critical element of city development, economic expansion and quality of life. It enables citizens to meet their daily needs for work, education and leisure. Cars…