Our environment is constantly changing. There is no denying that. However, as our environment changes, so does the need to become increasingly aware of the problems that surround it. With a massive influx of natural disasters, warming and cooling periods, different types of weather patterns and much more. People need to be aware of what […]
Climate change is arguably the biggest problem facing global society right now. It’s a well-documented fact that climate change will dramatically alter our environment, but it can also harm business. Projected climate change costs by 2030 are to cost the global economy $700 billion annually, according to the Climate Vulnerability Monitor. On top of that, […]
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels are not only becoming more widespread on a global scale, but c applications are becoming more diverse. Let’s take a closer look at why exactly PV panels are on the rise in the first place. A key component in the prevalence of PV panels is that they can be incredibly flexible. […]
Jessica Rosenworcel, one of the commissioners at broadband watchdog the FCC, has reiterated her call for hearings into what is happening with communications on the hurricane-stricken island of Puerto Rico. In late September, Hurricane Maria smashed into the strangely neglected US territory. It left mostly without power and cellphone coverage amid a row over its […]
Until recently the battle to avert catastrophic climate change – floods, droughts, famine, mass migrations – seemed to be lost. But with the tipping point just years away, the tide is finally turning. All thanks to innovations ranging from cheap renewables to lab-grown meat and electric airplanes. ‘Everybody gets paralyzed by bad news because they […]
An executive survey conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit finds that 90 percent of business leaders believe that they have a role in building resilience and preparing cities for the impacts of climate change. In fact, this figure jumps to 99 percent for executives in Asia. The survey, supported by The Rockefeller Foundation, queried almost […]
LSU’s Civil and Environmental Engineering Students ClearWorld was invited to speak to the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at LSU to discuss the evolution of the digital age, connected devices, and infrastructure. Founder and CEO, Larry Tittle, enjoyed this unique opportunity to share his enthusiasm and passion for our rapidly changing landscape of modern infrastructure. […]
Off-Grid Solar LED Streetlights ClearWorld’s 45 Off-Grid Solar LED Streetlights passed the test, as 6 feet of racing water flooded the area in. And around the City of Nassau Bay T.X. All 45 lights stayed on throughout Hurricane Harvey to provide safety and security for the residents. Recently, The City of Nassau Bay and many […]
“While catastrophe is not always preventable, the degree of destruction and devastation can be reduced.” Urban Risks are Different and Require a Unique Approach Urban areas are complex with highly interdependent systems. With these interdependencies, failing systems can result in cascading impacts that can disrupt the availability of clean water, electricity, and communications. Furthermore, […]