An F&ES analysis of 478 cities with populations of more than 1 million people finds that urban growth across the world is predominantly moving outward rather than upward, a trend that is generally considered inefficient and unsustainable.

The Wood Wonders exhibition to be opened at Helsinki Airport on the 5th of February will show passengers the innovations related to wood construction and display the sector’s latest developments.

Biological oceanographer breaks down the linkages between human impacts on the ocean and their effects on human systems

University of Toronto researchers argue the key challenge with moving away from fossil fuels is "carbon lock-in," or the economic, political and social inertia that inhibits alternative energy technologies from gaining traction.

Recent research demonstrates that lightweight and compact inerters, similar to those developed for the suspension systems of Formula 1 cars, can reduce the required weight of tuned mass dampers by up to 70 percent, harvest energy from wind-induced oscillations, and lessen carbonemissions by using fewer construction materials.

Changing land cover and use affect hurricanes, according to new research by UAH

International sustainability experts, including MSU's Jianguo "Jack" Liu, outline what's needed how the human/nature balance must change.

This analysis provides new scientific lessons on decontamination strategies and techniques implemented in the municipalities affected by the radioactive fallout from the Fukushima accident.

Climate Hazards Center receives funding for two large projects in Africa.

The valley oak is poorly adapted to rising temperatures, UCLA-led study finds.