The Return of Pedal Power
Convenience, low-cost, improved health, and better air quality are powerful factors driving bike-sharing culture.
Going Green
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How to Handle Your Runoff Sensibly
Rain gardens and infiltrators are new ways to keep rainwater on your property.
Innovations in Parking Can Mitigate Climate Change
Incentives/disincentives can shift people from car ownership toward inexpensive, internet-based ride sharing.
Our Forests Need Help
Should humans intervene to improve forests’ options for survival?
What Makes a Home ‘Green’?
Resilience is expanding the meaning of green building.
Cannabis Is Changing How We Build
Good durability, low toxicity, high insulative value, modest cost, and strong carbon sequestration give hemp a big future in building.
Building with Wood
Engineered laminated wood panels are transforming high-rise construction while benefiting the planet.
Water-Saving Tip of the Week
With Santa Barbara in severe drought, the city is giving out free efficient sprinkler nozzles.
Many Benefits from Building Bikeways
A great way for Santa Barbara to cut greenhouse gases and make our city more livable