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Design for Adaptation: Living in a Climate-Changing World

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Even if we stopped emitting greenhouse gases tomorrow, rising global temperatures would still bring major changes to the climate system and our way of life. This article offers solutions for designing buildings that not only mitigate our impact on the global climate, but also adapt to the changes that are coming-and those that are already here.

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Case Study: Structure Tone Headquarters, New York, NY

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Well-being at Work: The first WELL-certified project in New York City supports employee health and promotes collaboration.
Designing the Culture of a Zero Waste City

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Design plays a key role in helping cities overcome the logistical and social barriers to eliminating waste.
Washington, D.C. First to Achieve LEED at Citywide Scale

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The city is first to earn a Platinum LEED for Cities certification, leveraging information technology to track progress toward a range of sustainability goals.
Certified “Green” Parking; on the Road to Sustainable Mobility

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Parksmart recognizes facilities that not only reduce their impact but support a transition to sustainable forms of transportation.

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