Hot town, summer in the city — it's nothing new, but ways to handle the heat, humidity, and stormwater haven't changed much since the invention of the sewer system. One solution offered by ...

A little green is coming to Red Hook. This week, Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez announced that the U.S. Department of Energy is supporting the implementation of a green roof initiative in the neighborhood.

Roof gardens are not only pleasing to the eye, they are good for the environment and help buildings reduce energy costs. In a demonstration project by the American Society of Landscape Architects, its ...

Town residents may find that storm water management has a financial runoff. Last week Blacksburg Town Council reopened consideration of charging property owners a new fee for controlling the water ...

If you live in one of four major U.S. cities chances are you’re letting the benefits of a ubiquitous natural resource go right down the drain — when it could be used to cut down your water bill.

More than just an aesthetic problem, a mossy roof left untreated can severely damage a home inside and out. (George A.Tsongas) Many people pay more attention than usual to their roofs in the summer ...