Remembering Pliny
With heavy hearts we share the passing of Pliny Fisk III, CMPBS co-founder and co-director on July 27, 2026. Pliny was a visionary and force of nature who inspired so many over more than half a century.
Welcome to 50 years of serious commotion!
The Center designs and tests innovative programs that integrate air, water, food, energy, and material systems to build healthy and sustainable communities.
In Memoriam
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CMPBS Projects
We provide planning, design and consulting services for clients whose projects expand the boundaries of progressive environmental design, particularly in the realms of resource balance, environmental and human health, and democratized access to healthy, affordable shelter.
Mission + Ideology
Through the creation of Prototypes, Protocols and Policies, The Center inspires ecologically balanced environments, stewards natural resources, and elevates community resilience and economic vitality.
Global Dream Lab
This new undertaking involves identifying and prioritizing gap and keystone industries and supporting market leaders by making innovations visible, educating, and creating awareness to help spur market uptake.
50 Years of Commotion
Scroll through 50 years of The Center’s firsts, milestones, accomplishments and recognitions
1975
1975
CMPBS founded in Austin, TX
1980
1980
CMPBS Featured in Metropolis Magazine
2000
2000
Pliny Receives Passive Solar Pioneer Award
from The American Solar Energy Society
2008
2008
Dell Children’s: 1st LEED Platinum Hospital
CMPBS as project’s sustainability consultant
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2010
2010
CMPBS Celebrates 35 Years With Book Reveal & Celebration!
2012
2012
Seaholm Eco-District Master Plan
2013
2013
2013
EcoBalanced Master Plan on Former Brownfield
