TOPIC: ENVIRONMENT (87)
The Greenhouse of the Future
http://greenhouseofthefuture.comThe Greenhouse of the Future is an innovative and strategic design, built of recycled and natural materials, that interacts with the natural phenomena of the planet in order to create the ideal environment for growth and abundance. The technologies and concepts that have inspired the design of this greenhouse have been proven by over 40 years of research and development by Michael Reynolds’ Earthship homes as well as the many studies on passive solar greenhouses.
The Encyclopedia of Earth
http://www.eoearth.orgThe Encyclopedia of Earth (EoE) is an electronic reference about the Earth, its natural environments, and their interaction with society. The EoE is a free, expert-reviewed collection of content contributed by scholars, professionals, educators, practitioners and other experts who collaborate and review each other's work.
IUCN
http://www.iucn.orgConserving biodiversity is central to the mission of IUCN. We demonstrate how biodiversity is fundamental to addressing some of the world’s greatest challenges: tackling climate change, achieving sustainable energy, improving human well-being and building a green economy.
Carma
https://carmacarpool.comCarma’s mission is to change the world for the better, one empty seat at a time. Traffic congestion brings developed cities around the world to a standstill every single rush-hour, but it can all be avoided just by sharing the unused seats in our cars. The Carma Carpooling smartphone app enables people to find others nearby who wish to share their commute. Drivers receive contributions towards their costs, and riders have a comfortable, sociable commute alternative that is, in most cases, cheaper than public transportation.
Greenpeace
http://www.greenpeace.orgGreenpeace exists because this fragile earth deserves a voice. It needs solutions. It needs change. It needs action. Greenpeace is an independent global campaigning organization that acts to change attitudes and behavior, to protect and conserve the environment and to promote peace.
Atlas
http://atlasbycollins.com/Atlas contains a series of interactive themed globes, broken down by subject areas: the app helps users put their world in context. Globe topics, such as environment, energy, population, communications and politics, are visualized by overlaying colour-coded layers of rich information on top of continents and countries. This is not a navigation app like Apple Maps or Google maps. This is an atlas, giving an overview of the world.
Time 2 Go Natural
http://time2gonatural.comOur desire to reach out to people and guide them a step or two towards a healthier lifestyle and do our bit towards nourishing and nurturing our Mother Nature was the origin for Time 2 Go Natural. We do not promote the way of organic and healthy living just to market our products, but because we believe in making sure that each and every person associated with us, understands the importance of using natural products.
Global Forest Watch
http://www.globalforestwatch.orgGlobal Forest Watch (GFW) is a dynamic online forest monitoring and alert system that empowers people everywhere to better manage forests. For the first time, Global Forest Watch unites satellite technology, open data, and crowdsourcing to guarantee access to timely and reliable information about forests. GFW is free and follows an open data approach in putting decision-relevant information in the hands of governments, companies, NGOs, and the public. Global Forest Watch was created by the World Resources Institute with over 40 partners.
Take3
http://www.take3.org.auTake 3 is an Australian based not-for-profit organisation that aims to stop the impacts of plastic pollution through education and action. The request is: simply take 3 pieces of rubbish with you when you leave the beach, waterway or...anywhere and you have made a difference. Take 3 chapters are establishing across the globe in response to growing levels of plastic pollution and waste. Pick it up. Bin it. #Take3fortheSea
The Nature Conservancy
http://www.nature.orgThe Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people.
Bullitt Center
http://bullittcenter.orgThe Bullitt Center will be the greenest, most energy efficient commercial building in the world, firmly planting Seattle at the forefront of the green building movement.This six-story, 50,000 square-foot building will be located at the intersection of Capitol Hill and the Central District in Seattle, Washington. The goal of the Bullitt Center is to change the way buildings are designed, built and operated to improve long-term environmental performance and promote broader implementation of energy efficiency, renewable energy and other green building technologies in the Northwest.
Nature Iraq
http://www.natureiraq.orgNature Iraq is an Iraqi non-governmental organization registered in Iraq, accredited to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Iraq’s first and only Affiliate to Birdlife International, and the only Middle Eastern member of the Waterkeeper Alliance.
Nature Iraq was created to protect, restore, and preserve Iraq’s natural environment and the rich cultural heritage that it nourishes.
Rainforest Connection
https://rfcx.orgRainforest Connection uses upcycled mobile technology to monitor and protect remote forests in real-time.
Active Remedy
http://www.activeremedy.orgWe are a UK-based not-for-profit company founded in 2005, which focuses on uniting people around the world to work together to protect the global water cycle. Our aim is to raise awareness and understanding of the water cycle and get action taken worldwide.
Earthjustice
http://earthjustice.orgEarthjustice is a non-profit environmental law firm that protects our natural world and defends the right of all people to a healthy environment. We’ve represented more than a thousand client groups in court – from large national organizations like the Sierra Club and the American Lung Association to small community groups. We do it for free and we win. Earthjustice – because the earth needs a good lawyer.
