From rooftop gardening in NYC to stewarding land in the Hudson Valley, Suz shares insights on the joys, lessons, and impact of growing food with care for the planet.

Composting is gaining momentum in NYC, with a citywide curbside program now in place alongside vital community-driven initiatives.

Polar Permaculture Solutions, a pioneering initiative in Longyearbyen, a remote town perched high in Norway’s Svalbard archipelago, has created a zero-waste greenhouse that grows fresh greens and herbs year-round.

For centuries, the Indigenous people of Hawaii grew taro using the agricultural system of lo’i, a network of terraced fields irrigated by diverted streams. When settlers stole the land, they repurposed it for other crops, but new generations of Hawaiians are bringing this farming tradition back.

Rooftop apiaries produce hyperlocal honey while offering a habitat for pollinators critical to urban biodiversity. They also provide inspiration and beauty for urban dwellers, from tours to producing sought after honey ripe with a city's terroir.

Edible gardens are sprouting up in schools and their impact goes far beyond the vegetables they produce. These spaces become outdoor classrooms, gathering places, and hubs for connection.

Innovative rooftop gardens are transforming urban landscapes and revolutionizing food production. These green spaces offering a practical solution to bring food production into some of the densest places where people live.

Perfume has been enchanting humans for thousands of years—long before the synthetic sprays of today, natural perfumes reigned supreme. The scents weren’t just about smelling good; they were about connecting to nature, culture, and even spirituality.

Pasona Urban Farm is a pioneering fusion of agriculture, sustainability, and architecture. This nine-story office building is home to an extensive urban farm that houses over 200 species of fruits, vegetables, and rice grow, making it the largest urban farm of its kind in Japan.

The Edible House, designed by NLDK Architects, offers more than just a place to live—it's a dynamic space that thrives in harmony with nature, where home and garden grow together, with a design that focuses on the concept of ‘food-and-life unity’.

This transformative urban farming project is part of the R-Urban Network, a broader initiative dedicated to creating urban commons through sustainable practices and community involvement.

There’s a quiet magic that happens when we tend a garden—a sacred dance between the soil, the seeds, and our hands.

With the aim of creating a healthy future for the city, the municipality of Rijnvliet collaborated with residents to envision the concept of an urban food forest and edible neighborhood.

“By 2050, the global population will reach almost 10 billion. To meet food demand, drastic changes must be made to food production and consumption.”