Entries tagged with Urban Farming
Land Sharing
January 13, 2009
Trend Central reports that land sharing is growing in Canada and on the U.S. West Coast. Here's their report...
"Whether you're talking about money, goods or even space, these days "waste" has become a bit of a dirty word. Monday, consumers are looking for positive ways to avoid it.…
How to Build a Great City
November 16, 2008
That's the cover headline on a recent issue of Azure. Inside, reporter Nelda Rodger asks, "Is a great city one that is thrilling to live in, or one where you never have to lock your bike? Where buildings are tourist attractions, or where everyone rides public transit? Can a…
Ok, maybe a 30 story tomato farm is a little over the top, but the idea of vertical farming does pose some interesting questions for cities: Would they off-set related transit costs? Would they boost local economies? Could they be used to improve air and water quality in urban centers?…