Tags: urban design + planning

Triboro Ecodistrict Energy Projects Win Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence

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Due to its significant progress towards net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050, the Triboro Ecodistrict will be awarded a 2023 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence for multiple solar, conservation, and resilience projects throughout Millvale, Etna, and Sharpsburg.

Ten Years of Going Beyond:
B Corp Month 2023

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evolveEA cofounder Marc Mondor, AIA, celebrates the B Corp movement as the sustainability design and consulting firm completes recertification.

“Completing the Loop” Wins AIA National Award for Urban Design

evolve environment :: architecture and Riverlife were honored by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for the “Completing the Loop” plan, which outlines a 10-year vision to connect, enhance, and expand Pittsburgh’s network of riverfront parks, trails, and public green spaces.

Mussels Matter: Exploring Restoration Design for Freshwater Mussels

Designers should embrace an expanded role in aquatic wildlife restoration to link our natural and built environments, benefitting multiple species and better connecting people to nature. When thinking about ecological assets, the freshwater mussel should be at the forefront of the discussion.

Our Infrastructure Beyond 2022

Cities need a vision for infrastructure beyond 2022: for 5 years, 20 years, and 50 years, or longer. It's a design challenge we cannot afford to squander.

The Shape of Power

evolveEA intern Schuyler McAuliffe discusses his masters thesis on community transitions to renewable energy, titled The Shape of Power.

Shanice Reflects on her Engaging Internship

This summer, we welcomed Shanice Lam to our team for an urban design internship. A recent graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s Architecture program, Shanice came to Pittsburgh from Hong Kong with thorough green building knowledge and an interest in working with communities and educational institutions.