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With the recent World Food Day event on October 16th, this video from National Geographic reviews the challenges and solutions to feeding the world. By 2050, the world's population will likely increase 35 percent. In this video National Geographic provides some answers to this crisis beyond simply growing more food. Related Poplation Growth and Global Food Production World Food Day 2014: Assessing US Agricultural Risks and Focusing on Family Farms Showing Support for Family Farmers and Sustainable Agriculture Infographic - Biodiversity for Family Farming The Think Eat Save Student Challenge Food and Agricultural Sectors are at Risk from Climate Change...

Family farmers are extremely valuable yet they are under siege and need our support. World Food Day 2014 shines a spotlight on the world's 500 million family farmers. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) reports that based on data from 93 countries, family farmers account for an average of 80 percent of all holdings, and are the main producers of food that is consumed locally. Family farmers are also sustainable farmers. Sadly family farmers are disappearing at an alarming rate. Family farms that used to be an important source of rural jobs. As explained in a foodtank...

October 16th is the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations’ designated World Food Day. This event was first celebrated thirty three years ago. The theme for 2014 is Family Farming: “Feeding the world, caring for the earth”, drawing global attention to the importance of smallholder farmers. Family farms are key to improving food security and better management of natural resources. As explained by the CGIAR Consortium, "Family farming plays a significant role in reducing poverty and hunger, by providing the household and communities with nutrition rich food and livelihoods." The resource demands from agriculture are considerable and we...

At the 2014 Paris Motor Show there were a number of notable green vehicles including production cars and concepts. The Paris Show started on October 2 and is one of the most prestigious vehicle expositions in the world. It is important to note that vehicles from luxury sport models to utility vehicles are getting more efficient in an effort to reduce their overall emissions profiles. Here are two production vehicles and five concepts from the Paris Auto Show: 1. Ford C-Max (production) The 2016 Ford C-Max Hybrid and Energi plug-in hybrid has revised styling and feature updates and now features...

Thirteen years ago today the twin towers were destroyed by terrorists, but from the ashes of that terrible day new green World Trade Center buildings have taken their place. Seven World Trade Center (7 WTC) was completed in 2006 and the much larger One World Trade Center (1 WTC) also known as "Freedom Tower" was completed in 2013. These building are models of sustainable design. Seven World Trade Center 7 WTC is a pioneer in terms of environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and quality of life. The building has earned the U.S. Green Building Council's (USGBC) gold status under its Leadership...

Here is what Roli Mahajan, Volunteer in UN Major Group for Children and Youth in India, had to say about the importance of Local Consumption at the inaugural session of the Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) which was held from 19 to 21 May 2014, Pattaya, Thailand. The APFSD discussions focused on "Green Transformation," they aligned with the theme of “Achieving the Millennium Development Goals and charting the way for an ambitious post-2015 development agenda, including the Sustainable Development Goals”.

Here is what Meena Bilgi, Core Associate in Women Organizing for Change in Agriculture & Natural Resource Management in India, had to say about specifically Responsible Agriculture at the inaugural session of the Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) which was held from 19 to 21 May 2014, Pattaya, Thailand. The APFSD discussions focused on "Green Transformation," they aligned with the theme of “Achieving the Millennium Development Goals and charting the way for an ambitious post-2015 development agenda, including the Sustainable Development Goals”.

George Washington University is committed to building green. The school was the first in D.C. to sign the American College and University President’s Climate Commitment, agreeing to reduce its total carbon footprint by 40 percent by 2025. The university also has four green roofs, eight LEED-certified buildings, with six more targeting certification. As part of its 2007 Campus Plan, George Washington (GW) is committed to building to a minimum of LEED 'Silver' on all new projects. To date, GW has exceeded that commitment on all certified buildings and strives to meet and exceed sustainability standards on all future projects. GW...

College Prowler has ranked the greenest school campuses in the US. A growing number of schools are now showcases of sustainability. Many of these schools have LEED-certified facilities alongside a vast array of sustainability initiatives. Only one school received a perfect 10: Pitzer College in California. Here are College Prowler rankings by state for greenest campuses which were assessed on a scale of 1 to 10: Alabama: Auburn University – 8.6 Alaska: University of Alaska Fairbanks – 8.05 Arizona: Northern Arizona University – 9.67 Arkansas: Hendrix College – 9.06 California: Pitzer College – 10 Colorado: University of Colorado Boulder –...

There is a new flooring product on the market that according to its manufacturers can purify the air, but is it safe? Hermetically sealed homes may be energy efficient but they may also lock in airborne toxins. According to a new WHO report, 4.3 million deaths in 2012 are attributable to indoor air pollution. This new product could be a revolutionary way of improving indoor air quality. However, this air purifying hardwood floor is the first of its kind, so there is no history that can be studied. The new flooring product is called Pure Genius® smart hardwood flooring and...