Hyperlocalizing Hydrology in the Post-Industrial Urban Landscape - A new way of managing stormwater runoff by using a landscaped curb.

listed in: environment, urban planning | ∞

The Subterranean Farms of Tokyo - Reminds me of the gardens on the spaceship in the movie "Sunshine".

listed in: environment, future, Japan | ∞

MG&E - Green Power Tomorrow - MG&E just expanded their green energy program. For just a few extra dollars a month (around $9 for my apartment) you can have 100% of your electricity come from renewable resources. (Well, technically it all goes to the same grid, but you're paying for more energy to be produced from the renewable sources) Come on, you know you want to.

listed in: environment, Madison | ∞

Photo Tour of the Spring St Power Plant

listed in: energy, environment, Madison | ∞

Moving to all LEDs - Cree, "a manufacturer of LED solid-state lighting components" recently converted their offices to LEDs resulting in an energy savings of 48%. Not to mention their office looks a lot more open and inviting now too. I think LED lights will be hitting mainstream fairly soon. Even in the entertainment technology sector, 'the next big thing' is wireless LED lighting instruments for concerts and performances that use so little power that they can run off of batteries.

listed in: energy, environment | ∞

Smog and Mirrors: China's Plan for a Green Olympics - I didn't know how polluted it was over there, and how much work they have ahead of them.

listed in: China, environment, Olympics | ∞

Make your own book from recycled paper - Something I want to give a try when I find some time. Related: Make your own Moleskine.

listed in: do-it-yourself, environment | ∞