Green Building Overlooks Contribution of Landscape Architects

The emphasis on building environmentally responsible structures overlooks the contribution landscape architects can make to "the softer side of sustainability," according to this editorial. The profession can make its most significant impact on cities by designing good connectivity and open spaces and encouraging builders to include as many trees and permeable surfaces as possible to manage runoff. BBC (4/29).  Click on the link below for the full article. 

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/7372184.stm