Sustainability

The Future of Toilets: Redesigning the Ultimate Sanitary Solution

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The Future of Toilets: Redesigning the Ultimate Sanitary Solution Summary Toilets have remained virtually the same in functionality for decades, but with the threat of aging infrastructure and environmental challenges, innovation in toilet technology is crucial. Technological lock-in is a significant factor in the slow progress of toilet development, and the consequences of the current …

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Unearthing the Past to Shape the Future: A Conversation About the Role of History in the Food Industry

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Unearthing the Past to Shape the Future: A Conversation About the Role of History in the Food Industry Summary In this Q&A article, we talk with Megan Shaw Prelinger, co-founder of the Prelinger Library in San Francisco, to understand the importance of history in shaping the future of the food industry. The library is home …

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Resilience and Sustainability: Planning for Disaster in Urban Areas

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Resilience and Sustainability: Planning for Disaster in Urban Areas Summary In this article, we discuss the concepts of resilience and sustainability in the context of urban areas. With the increasing vulnerability of cities to disasters such as hurricanes and rising sea levels, it is important to plan for the future. Resilience refers to the ability …

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Investing in the Future: Ford’s Approach to Fuel Efficiency and Sustainability

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Investing in the Future: Ford’s Approach to Fuel Efficiency and Sustainability Summary In this article, we explore the challenges faced by consumers and CEOs in choosing the right type of car to invest in, as the automotive industry transitions between traditional and new technologies. We discuss Ford’s approach to investing in multiple technologies, including internal …

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Resilience and Sustainability in Urban Planning: Insights from New York City

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Resilience and Sustainability in Urban Planning: Insights from New York City Summary In this article, we explore the concepts of resilience and sustainability in urban planning, using New York City as a case study. We highlight the importance of these concepts in the context of rising sea levels, increasing populations, and natural disasters. Through the …

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