The Tesla Gigafactory in California and the automation of the battery manufacturing process
Tesla shares keep going up. The American electric car manufacturer produces four models at various plants around the world. The Gigafactory creates batteries as...
The History of the Los Angeles Ostrich Farm
At the turn of the 20th century, the history of Los Angeles was defined by more than just the booming film industry or rapid...
Green Building in California: The CALGreen Mandate
California takes sustainability seriously. The proof is in the numbers: according to the USGBC, the state ranked in the top 10 for LEED certification...
The History of Ocean View Farms
In Los Angeles, a city defined by dense development and scarce green space, projects that blend ecology, education, and social interaction are particularly vital....
The Record-Breaking Los Angeles to New York Train Journey
The 1934 transcontinental run of the Union Pacific Railroad's diesel-electric M-10001 became a record-breaking event. This journey was a landmark moment in U.S. rail...
The Construction History of the Wilshire Grand Center
The Wilshire Grand Center is one of the most famous modern skyscrapers in the United States. Completed in 2017, it has become a prominent...
History of the Los Angeles sewers
The history of the sewer system in Los Angeles is complex and even disturbing. It was first described by the author Anna Sklar in...
Runnymede Poultry Farm and its history
Poultry played an important role in the economy of Los Angeles. In addition to providing the townspeople with eggs and meat, poultry farms also...
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. The story of the city’s oldest cultural...
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County has gathered the most extensive collection of natural and cultural history in the Western United States.
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South Central Farm: One of America’s Most Famous Urban Farms
The South Central Farm stands as one of the most famous examples of urban agriculture in the United States. Operating from 1994 to 2006...