We read an article from last class, The Opportunity of Insignificance,which was written by Hawken from his book. It explains what are the six things that build up the sustainable businesses, I think one of factors relates to the Tedtalk which William McDonough gave is "Create objects of durability and long-term utility whose ultimate use or disposition will not be harmful to future generations."
In the begining of his speech, he askes "how can we secure local society, creat world peace and save the environment?" Later on, he thinks that, in order to do this, people have to design green architectures, and we still have growth, free energy from sunlight, and metabolism. He thought of a very amazing idea, building the New Chinese City, which with green roofs that people can farm on the roof, fresh water and fresh air. This new city will be built for 400 million people in 12 years. It is very good. This city will have the durability and long-term utility for farming and will not harm the future generation and enviroment.
"Our goal is a delightfully diverse, safe, healthy and just world, with clean air, water, soil and power- economically, equitably, ecologically and elegantly enjoyed." - William M
The first few days in Ecuador
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Our group arrived on January 8th in Quito, Ecuador at around 11pm at night.
We went straight back to our cute little hotel. We woke up the next morning
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12 years ago
3 comments:
Yes, the idea of farming on roof tops is so helpful. Right now think about it, it's actually a simple idea, but for some reason we never thought about it. Or maybe it was only that he was the first one with that idea, who got the chance to present in front of a huge crowd.
Planting plants on the roof is actually pretty smart! My aunt did that in her house since a long time ago, but every time I go to her house, it is very hot!! = = Maybe it's because her house is very old!!
So I'm thinking, even with the green roof, there must be some special kind of materials that will help with the green roof!
I also liked that idea a lot! Not only is it good for our planet, but also it's unique and eye-catching too. I think it'll be one of those things that will bring more attention to this issue, and with more people aware of this, more people will start making their own intelligent designs.
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