SUMMER INSPIRATION
2023
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
— Margaret Mead, cultural anthropologist
Did you know...
The Modern Environmental Movement know as Earth Day started in the 1970's
The first Earth Day mobilized 20 million people nationwide, roughly 10% of the population at the time
Earth Day did not become a global event until the 1990's
The first Earth Day paved the way for many of the environmental protection laws that have been passed
Did you know...
The Honey Bee Industry is a big money maker for U.S. Agriculture
Roughly 1/3 of the food American's eat were pollinated by honeybees
90% of the worlds flowering plants depend on animal pollination
35% of invertebrate pollinators, includes bees, are facing extinction globally
Did you know...
The Ocean produces at least 50% of the planet's oxygen
Oceans absorb about 30% of the carbon dioxide produced by humans, buffering the impacts of global warming.
Earth Day Every Day- 52 Tips To Invest In Our Planet
For us, every day is Earth Day.
If you feel the same, here are 52 actions and tips to make a difference, every day of the year.
Bee Bricks Replicate Known Habitat
Bee bricks are a relatively new development. They recreate an existing type of nest that is popular with solitary bees, but which is becoming increasingly rare due to the precision of modern construction.
Protecting Our Oceans Through Architecture
It is essential that buildings in coastal areas are sustainably designed, taking into account their impact on the surrounding marine ecosystem.
"To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." - Audrey Hepburn, actress and humanitarian
Conserving Earth
Earth’s natural resources include air, water, soil, minerals, plants, and animals. Conservation is the practice of caring for these resources so all living things can benefit from them now and in the future.
Biophilic Design
Design movement inspired by nature. Creating structures in harmony with humanity and its environment, something that is now called “organic architecture.”
AIA Climate Action Plan
Climate change affects every person, every project, and every client. The impacts are all-inclusive. AIA is prioritizing and supporting urgent climate action to exponentially accelerate the decarbonization of buildings, the building industry, and the built environment.