consulting services

Web site design and programming

Internet web site conceptualization, design, implementation, and follow-through. We've designed dozens of web sites, and have experience working with many organizations to determine what their needs are and how to manifest their vision. Our technical skills include web site management, graphical design, interactive web programming, and the development of e-commerce systems.

Solar energy and energy efficiency analysis

Heat flow calculations, solar gain calculations, window heat gain and shading analysis, and energy visualization. We've worked with several architecture firms on passive and active solar design, and have developed interactive tools to support various energy calculations.

Multimedia software development

Software project management, interface design, content development, packaging design, and software production. Our specialty is in producing environmental educational software using innovative interactive activities to help the audience visualize and understand the material.

Visual design

Digital and print media. We have a great deal of experience with computer interface design, and also enjoy working on printed materials, original illustration, and logos and brand development.

Information design

Presenting complex information in a comprehensible manner. Through our experience with software interface design and tutoring primary and secondary school children, we've come to appreciate the importance of structuring knowledge so that it can be grasped and used easily. Web sites, computer software, books, and technical papers can all benefit from attending to the structure and presentation of information, especially focusing on the means you provide to the reader to navigate through the content.

Research and writing

Sustainable energy and environment topics including renewable energy, energy efficiency, green buildings, transportation, solar angles, climate change, international development, and the design of small-scale, reliable, independent energy systems. We have a solid technical background in science and engineering, as well as a unique perspective on the environment drawn from explorations into Eastern and Western philosophy.

Strategic communication planning

Helping your organization understand the opportunities presented by electronic communication technologies. How can you take advantage of the internet and multimedia software to achieve your vision? What's next?