The Sustainability Paradox (05-08-13)
Pro-environmental behavior doesn’t always "feel good;" and this can complicate designers’ efforts to promote green behavior.
Pro-environmental behavior doesn’t always "feel good;" and this can complicate designers’ efforts to promote green behavior.
Urban trees have been shown to have mental health and economic benefits in the past
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have found more reasons to flood interior spaces with sunlight and create outdoor spaces where people can absorb sunshine.
Researchers at Rensselaer’s Lighting Research Center have found that exposing people to reddish light during the “post-lunch dip” can be advantageous.
Labeling influences whether energy-efficient products are purchased.
Ziv and Doley studied ways to reduce playground bullying among 6th graders.
Research by ophthalmologists indicates that when children spend time outdoors at recess, they are less likely to be nearsighted.
Burgh-Woodman and King investigated concern for the environment.
Knowledge workers sit too much.
Integrating information from a variety of reputable sources, freshome created an interesting infographic detailing important information about future homes.