Sustainable Society Archives - State of the Planet

Grilled sausages and green vegetables - zucchini, asparagus, bell pepper, garlic, lemon and rosemary on cast iron grill pan

11 Ways the Biden Administration Could Reduce Emissions From the Food System

As the president’s April 22 climate summit draws near, the federal action plan should focus on the enormous opportunities for emissions reductions in the food system.

by Kevin Karl and David Sandalow |April 8, 2021
illustration of what an amara store could look like

Environmental Science and Policy Students Win Third Place in Sustainable Fashion Competition

The team invented a hypothetical denim brand that centers sustainability and reusability.

by Alyssa Ramirez, Maya Navabi, Ariela Levy, Rashika Choudhary, and Allison Day |April 7, 2021
brown field in california

How to Nudge Climate Deniers Into Doing the Right Thing

With the right kind of language and framing, some kinds of skeptics are willing to take action around climate change.

by Allison Day |April 7, 2021
line of buses and vans

Why Fines and Jail Time Won’t Change the Behavior of Ghana’s Minibus Drivers

Research shows that a range of structural factors, including exploitative labor relations and police corruption, compel and solicit dangerous driving behavior.

by Festival Godwin Boateng  |March 17, 2021
A tall power pole with many crossing wires. It's the old style of power pole, with cross members and glass insulators.

Reducing Risk and Avoiding Disaster – Creating Grid 2.0

Experts discussed the challenges and opportunities of upgrading the electric grid during a recent webinar.

by |March 12, 2021
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Sustainable Development Students Tackle Four Real-World Challenges in Fall 2020 Workshop

Students provided guidance and practical recommendations for clients on a variety of sustainability issues.

by |March 12, 2021