Beyond Magazine Issue 18 Summer 2015

Louis Parks Reforestation in Lebanon is a major undertaking and one that might seem to be a hopeless task. However, according to Garo Haroutian, an expert on reforestation, recent work might just be...

Alia Fawaz Contrary to other countries in the region, Lebanon is blessed with ample water resources. However, there is a need for better management of the water supply. The UN Refugee...

Alia Fawaz Driving along highways that are lined with trees is always a pleasant experience. Miles of leafy roads add beauty and much shade to the pleasure...

Pascale Choueiri Saad Yesterday, while driving, I was listening to Louis Armstrong’s famous song. I closed my eyes and saw trees of green, red roses too. I...

Alia Fawaz According to a recent French law , all new buildings that are constructed in commercial areas must now be partially covered by either solar panels...

Bassam Alkantar  Increasing water storage capacity is a very practical way to increase water security in Lebanon. A revised set of priorities, including further evaluation of risks and financing, might expedite the construction...