Why Sydney’s green building is not doing its job
A new study has found that Sydney’s Green Building Initiative is not a panacea for tackling climate change, and instead exacerbates the problem by forcing developers to build buildings that do not address the city’s growing urban water and sewer systems. The study, conducted by a coalition of groups including the Australian Council of Civil Engineers […]
How to build a green building in a green city
By Laura SeltzerGreen building, a concept from the late 1950s, refers to a building designed to be green in a world where pollution is rampant.As cities become more polluted and cities increasingly rely on fossil fuels, many green buildings are being constructed with a green facade to attract pedestrians and encourage sustainable living.The idea behind […]