News - Joslyn Institute for Sustainable Communities

The steady decline of pollinators, mammals, amphibians and songbirds have pointed out a grave error in city planning, as Americans become less connected to the outdoors and spend more time inside focused on technology. Embarking on a new course of action to conserve and preserve our ecosystem, cities are increasingly factoring ecology into city planning. Did you know? Austin, Texas is a national leader in Certified Wildlife Habitats, currently housing 2616 in the city’s local limits. By promoting the growth of native plants, urban landscapes can be designed to attract pollinators, birds and other wildlife, utilizing organic practices and methods for low water usage. ... See MoreSee Less