Our publications

Dive into MicroHabitat's Publications section to discover insightful research, success stories, and the latest trends in urban agriculture. Learn how we're transforming city spaces with sustainable farming practices and making a real impact on community well-being and environmental health.

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757 Third Avenue Wins Prestigious Earth Building Award – A Testament to Sustainability and Innovation
March 19, 20243 min read

757 Third Avenue Wins Prestigious Earth Building Award – A Testament to Sustainability and Innovation

The Earth Building Award honors properties that excel in minimizing environmental impact through a range of sustainability initiatives, including: ✅ Energy efficiency improvements ✅ Water...

MicroHabitat Team
How Nature in the Workplace Can Boost Employee Well-being
February 25, 20243 min read

How Nature in the Workplace Can Boost Employee Well-being

Discover how integrating natural elements in the workplace can significantly enhance employee well-being and productivity.

MicroHabitat Team
Cultivating Wellness with Sainte-Justine Hospital
December 20, 20233 min read

Cultivating Wellness with Sainte-Justine Hospital

MicroHabitat's collaboration with Ste-Justine Hospital illustrates the transformative power of urban farming.

MicroHabitat Team
Urban Farming Supporting UN's Sustainable Development Goals
May 15, 20233 min read

Urban Farming Supporting UN's Sustainable Development Goals

Urban farming is more than just growing food in cities—it's a powerful tool for addressing multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals. From zero hunger to sustainable cities, discover how urban agriculture contributes to a more sustainable future.

MicroHabitat Team
7 Benefits of Urban Agriculture
April 6, 20213 min read

7 Benefits of Urban Agriculture

The deployment of urban agriculture initiatives enables the development of local, sustainable, and resilient food systems.

Rose Fox
Urban Agriculture for a Green and Resilient Recovery
March 23, 20213 min read

Urban Agriculture for a Green and Resilient Recovery

Municipalities are aware of the benefits of urban agriculture and many, like Montreal, are making urban agriculture an important part of their economic recovery plan.

Rose Fox
Urban Solidarity Farms: Supporting Food Banks Through Urban Agriculture
March 17, 20213 min read

Urban Solidarity Farms: Supporting Food Banks Through Urban Agriculture

We have been working closely with clients including: Ivanhoe Cambridge, Complexe Desjardins, Manulife Investment Management Group, BentallGreenOak, Industrial Alliance, Intact Insurance, BBA, GWLRA,...

Rose Fox
Toronto, here we come!
March 16, 20213 min read

Toronto, here we come!

Heat islands are areas where the air or surface temperature is 5 to 10 degrees Celsius higher than the city's average temperature, exacerbating the effects of summer heat waves by increasing the...

Rose Fox
MicroHabitat x Accueil Bonneau: Greening Cities, Feeding People
March 5, 20213 min read

MicroHabitat x Accueil Bonneau: Greening Cities, Feeding People

The spring of 2020 brought unprecedented challenges, particularly for those facing homelessness. Organizations like Accueil Bonneau, part of the Quebec Food Bank network, were deeply concerned about...

Rose Fox