Architects envision a lush, solar-powered oasis to cool Abu Dhabi

Oasys is a winning conceptual design to help 'Cool Abu Dhabi'.

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Will gene editing and cloning create super cows that resist global warming?

Livestock emit about 14.5% of all greenhouse gases, and now their gassy ways are coming back to haunt them.

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The Philippines halts coal proposals to explore green energy

The Philippine government has halted the country's coal exploration. While announcing this news, Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi said that the government is seeking alternative, green energy sources as it steps away from coal power. The moratorium means that investors intending to pursue any projects related to coal power will have to look into alternatives.

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Vellabox delivers natural, artisan candles to your door

As we spend more time at home than ever, these monthly boxes can break up the monotony of daily life, too. With sustainability and affordability in mind, Vellabox delivers candles and eco-friendly goodies to your door, and it is a perfect little act of self-care.

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Modern, energy-efficient office harvests rainwater in Surat

The Sangini House makes use of natural light and cooling plus plenty of plants to boost employee comfort and wellness.

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French housing project I Park has a double-skinned green facade

Located in Montpellier, “I Park” features an impressive and unique facade that stands out from the crowd.

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McDonald's introduces McPlant, its first plant-based burger

McDonald’s is finally getting with the times.

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Driving, flying expected to spike after COVID-19 pandemic

A new study finds that people worldwide are planning to drive and even fly more after the pandemic.

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Intergenerational living community in France upholds passive design principles

An inclusive living community in central France welcomes all.

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3D-printed modular oasis stays naturally cool in Abu Dhabi

Urban Dunes, a conceptual project, would be 3D-printed with sand.

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Local materials make up a lakeside home tied to nature

On the shore of Lake Simon in the Outaouais region of Québec, Montreal-based architecture firm L'Abri has replaced a family's cottage with an elegant and modern escape deeply rooted in the landscape. Designed for a family of six, the 5,400-square-foot Baie-Yelle House pays homage to the original cottage with reclaimed materials such as stones salvaged from the original chimney that's now used in the large wine cellar.

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Renewable energy grows in 2020 despite pandemic

Renewable energy capacity has reached a record high.

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Trump administration removes National Climate Assessment scientist

Move over Michael Kuperberg, we're bringing in known climate change deniers.  “Even in their final days, they are continuing to attempt to bury the overwhelming scientific...

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This waterproof outwear is made with fishing nets and nylon waste

Marta Scarampi launches a new capsule collection of outwear and accessories made from recycled waste.

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Academy Museum of Motion Pictures achieves LEED Gold certification

The nation’s first large-scale museum devoted entirely to filmmaking has earned LEED Gold certification months before its slated opening date in April 2021.

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Smart home with AI sits above a nature reserve in Prague

Villa Sophia by COLL COLL celebrates the connection between technology and nature. A smart home with artificial intelligence, the house sits on the Trója hillside above a nature reserve with stunning views of Prague.

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Biden and Harris gear up for a fight to slow climate change

Will Biden's climate plan really work?

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Smelly but smart: ships to use ammonia as "zero-carbon" fuel

As massive fuel guzzlers compared to other transportation methods, ships exacerbate the emissions problem. To deal with the issue of carbon pollution by ships, several companies and organizations are exploring ammonia as a possible solution.

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Jumpsuit inspired by the pandemic is made from upcycled luxury fabric

Lounge on the couch comfortably but look completely put-together for virtual meetings and happy hours in the Enlightened Uniform.

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Biodegradable mushroom packaging makes Seedlip gifts special

In an effort to help reduce food packaging waste, non-alcoholic spirit company Seedlip is introducing a Mycelium Gift Pack wrapped in biodegradable mushroom packaging. Mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms, creates a durable and sustainable packaging alternative for the upcoming holiday season.

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KUHS-LP, Arkansas' only solar-powered radio station

This radio station in Hot Springs, Arkansas is powered by solar energy and the community.

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How global food production impacts the Paris Agreement

While transportation gets a lot of attention when we discuss carbon emissions, the food sector is also a major culprit.

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These are the winning environmental measures on ballots across the US

While it took a long time to determine the new president of the U.S., the environment was a clear winner in many smaller elections this year.

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Serif + Sero modular furniture is made of 100% upcycled cardboard

These cardboard furnishings can transform from coffee tables to bookshelves and more.

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YY Nation shoes are made from bamboo, algae, pineapple and sugarcane

This is how the world becomes better: one step at a time.

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This Oaxacan oasis uses low-maintenance local materials

On a paradisal plot between the Pacific Ocean and the Oaxacan mountain range, Mexican architecture firm anonimous has completed Casa Cova, a two-family vacation home with spectacular views of the ocean. Located in the tourist destination of Puerto Escondido, Mexico, the holiday home comprises two linear compounds — one for each family — that flank a shared swimming pool, communal living area, dining space and bar in the center.

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Denmark to cull millions of minks to prevent spread of mutant coronavirus

The Danish government has announced plans to cull all minks in mink farms throughout the country.

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100 pilot whales rescued after mass stranding in Sri Lanka

When more than 100 pilot whales washed up on a Sri Lankan beach, heroic volunteers spent all night helping these marine mammals get past the waves and safely back to sea.

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Farmstead is making the world greener with groceries

COVID-19 made the world painfully aware that simply doing normal things, like going to the grocery store, is actually dangerous. Farmstead is offering grocery delivery services that are lower than store prices. Delivery is free because this online grocer hopes to change the shopping game. Farmstead is the very first online grocer to offer fresh, high-quality groceries that are delivered to customers for free. Farmstead's plans to launch services in Charlotte, NC delighted customers in the area....

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Biodegradable childrens shoes come with expiration date

What if you could buy clothes and shoes the same way that we buy milk? “There's no doubt fashion can...

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These elevated wooden cabins can only accessed via hiking trail

Elevating the cabins and limiting access to pedestrians only preserves the forested landscape.

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Danger looms as world's largest iceberg heads toward a critical wildlife habitat

If A68a grounds on South Georgia Island, it could harm many creatures.

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US formally exits Paris climate agreement

One of President Trump’s early moves in office was to announce the United States' withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement.

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A clever, garden-filled facelift revives a derelict building in Denmark

An "ugly" building has undergone a green renovation — literally.

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Sunderlands riverfront to house UKs first carbon-neutral community

Northern England’s post-industrial port city of Sunderland will soon welcome a major riverside regeneration as part of an eco-friendly masterplan designed by FaulknerBrowns Architects and Proctor & Matthews Architects.

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Disposable plastics make up this conceptual hydrogen-powered car

Would you drive a car made of plastic?

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Melting permafrost increases threat of tsunamis in Alaska

Scientists have warned that Alaska and other cold, mountainous places worldwide could experience tsunamis due to the melting of permafrost.

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Retailers drop coconut milk brand over animal exploitation allegations

Coconut has been touted as a superfood the last few years. But now something even more alarming than its sky-high saturated fat content has come to light.

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Niagara Falls welcomes zero-emission electric boats for sustainable tours

After nearly two centuries of bringing visitors up close and personal with the awe-inspiring waterfalls at Niagara Falls, the iconic Maid of the Mist attraction has been upgraded with two new all-electric, zero-emission boats.

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How a green-roofed shopping center is redefining 'reuse'

A new shopping center planned for an old depot shows an innovative way to approach reuse projects.

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Top gardening trends of 2020 and what to watch for 2021

Google data reports a 39% increase from last year to this year on the topic — a good indicator of what's on people's minds. With this information, the experts at Love the Garden analyzed over 100 different garden-related hashtags on Instagram to uncover those growing in popularity and representing likely trends for 2021.

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U.S. contributes 5 times more ocean plastic than previous estimates

Most of our plastics aren't actually recyclable, and many are ending up in the oceans.

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Tree-planting drones aim to cool a hot planet

Professional tree planters typically plant upward of 12,000 trees per week. Flash Forest has a plan to plant 100,000 trees a day — with drones.

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Mercedes-Benz releases lightweight yet powerful eScooter

This eScooter is powerful enough to take you over hills and light enough to carry onto public transit.

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Hauser & Wirth gallery, where adaptive reuse and art thrive

West Chelsea has become a home for innovation, art and culture. The new Hauser & Wirth building in West Chelsea celebrates this culture by preserving the community's history and allowing art to flourish all in the same space.

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Green Box: a hotel amenity kit made of compostable plastic

Designed to help tackle plastic waste in the hospitality industry, the Green Box is a circular hotel amenities kit full of bathroom items made from compostable plastic.

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Gray wolves at risk after being delisted as an endangered species

The Trump administration has removed gray wolves from protections under the Endangered Species Act.

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Chipotle reveals your Real Foodprint

Real Foodprint tracks the environmental impact of adding a scoop of guacamole to your burrito bowl or saying no to the chicken.

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Kamp C hits a milestone with largest 3D-printer for concrete

Belgium-based provincial Centre for Sustainability and Innovation in construction, Kamp C, recently used Europe's largest 3D concrete printer to complete an impressive accomplishment. The company created the world's first two-story house to be 3D-printed in one piece, a 90-square meter dwelling measuring eight meters tall (the average size of terraced houses in the region).

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Dramatic arches usher nature inside an alley home in Vietnam

Despite its urban location, this alley home in Vietnam brings the outdoors in through an eye-catching, arched design.

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Amazon goes green with electric delivery vans

Amazon is working toward its net-zero carbon goal by introducing a fleet of electric delivery vans.

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New study reveals main sources of light pollution

Recent research shines a light on the biggest causes of light pollution.

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The environmental impact of used car exports

Environmentalists usually promote reuse. But sometimes reusing does more harm than good.

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Architects propose a massive forest park to be the Green Lungs of Hanoi

Hanoi has high levels of air pollution, but a new architectural design proposal could add a subtropical alluvial forest to improve air quality.

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Bring the garden indoors with these eerie Halloween plants

October brings falling leaves, pumpkin spice and that devilish holiday that inspires all of us to turn our cozy abode into a haunted house. In addition to creepy treats, ghostly images and spooky decor, living plants are the perfect Halloween accent to celebrate both the holiday and the planet.

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Briiv air purifier uses renewable materials to naturally clean indoor air

Briiv has the purifying power of over 3,000 houseplants in one small device.

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Climate measures to watch for on the ballot

Climate change is on the ballots of several cities and states this year. Here's what to keep an eye on this election season.

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Amazon's new eco-friendly shopping platform

Many people are relying on Amazon throughout the pandemic. At least now they can shop sustainably there, too.

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Low-impact geodesic dome hotel immerses guests in Patagonian nature

This totally unique hotel experience helps guests get away from it all.

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BIG unveils sustainable, 3D-printed lunar igloos for Moon exploration

The proposed lunar habitats would be 3D-printed using robotic, zero-waste construction for a reduced carbon footprint.

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University in Germany designs an alpine hut from reeds

Reed is a sustainable, renewable resource. Designers are researching its durability for construction.

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Zeabuz is launching a self-driving electric ferry in Norway

This self-driving, zero-emission ferry will carry 12 passengers at a time.

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Renewable energy is the cheapest source of electricity

Solar plants are cheaper to build than maintaining current coal plants, and clean energy could save households $1,000-$2,585 per year.

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Wind-powered cargo vessel promises sustainable ocean shipping

Oceanbird is a massive sailing cargo ship designed to reinvent sustainable ocean shipping and reduce transatlantic travel emissions by 90%.

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Greenhouse-inspired home harvests rainwater for backyard garden

In the idyllic town of San Miniato in the region of Tuscany, Italy, local architecture firm LDA.iMdA architetti associati has completed a multifunctional home that takes inspiration from the structural technology in greenhouses. The client's dream of growing a vegetable garden served as a major design influence for the contemporary dwelling, which features a gabled shape optimized for harvesting rainwater that can be reused for irrigating the expansive rear garden.

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Vegan hotel in Scotland wins National Geographic Award

Scotland's first vegan hotel opened in June 2019, and it's already winning awards. National Geographic just bestowed a "Good Egg" award on the Saorsa 1875 for its commitment to sustainability. The 11-room Victorian lodging features vegan dining, upcycled furniture, eco cleaning products and runs on renewable energy.

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Japan aims to be carbon-neutral by 2050

Japan hopes to rely solely on renewable energy in the next 30 years.

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Aleph Zero program plans to grow slaughter-free meat in space

Would you eat meat cultivated in space?

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Modular Tree-House School concept connects kids with nature

Could this be the school of the future?

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The Night Ministry building is a stunning showcase of adaptive reuse

The new headquarters for Chicago's The Night Ministry is a three-story adaptive reuse project that truly showcases what this building stands for: refuge and recovery.

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Affordable and sustainable fashion trends for fall

Here's how to dress comfortably, stylishly and sustainably this fall.

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Climate change in the final presidential debate

In the final debate, Trump pushes fossil fuels while Biden promotes clean energy.

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Impossible Foods is testing revolutionary plant-based milk

Impossible Foods changed the game for meatless burgers. Now, it's working to do the same for plant-based milk.

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Hothouse installation grows tropical plants in the middle of London

London-based architecture practice Studio Weave has filled a greenhouse with tropical plants in London to highlight the reality of climate change.

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Beautiful Washington bridge with lace-like metal walls shimmers at night

The newly completed bridge is now an iconic community asset that connects the elevated Grand Avenue Park with the city’s growing waterfront district.

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Montana Heritage Center renovation will celebrate the states history and geology

The project will focus on the local land, with expansions appearing to emerge from the earth to reference the Lewis Overthrust.

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Burger King announces reusable container pilot program

Burger King and Loop are launching a reusable container scheme.

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Companies in Japan launch edible single-use bags to save Nara deer

Local companies have developed an alternative to plastic bags that can be safely digested by deer.

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Design experiment examines safety of food grown in urban vertical gardens

A team of experts are studying the interaction between the urban environment and horticulture.

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Renewable energy to power 2024 Olympic aquatic center

The architectural team of VenhoevenCS and Ateliers 2/3/4/ have revealed plans for a timber aquatic center in Paris, which will use a smart energy system to provide 90% of needed energy from recovered or renewable energy sources for the 2024 Olympics. The complex will also include a vast pedestrian bridge connecting it to the existing Stade de France.

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Pennsylvania scientists develop 100% leather waste fiber made from scraps

Sustainable Composites is turning leather scraps into a new product called Enspire Leather.

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World's largest solar power plant to supply energy to Australia and Singapore

The world's largest solar power station is planned for Australia.

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Arkansas schools save millions by adopting solar power

Schools in the U.S. are using solar energy to cut down on expensive electricity bills. With funds freed up, schools can then improve the quality of education. As a report by Generation180 shows, over 7,300 schools use the solar power approach to save on utility bills.

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Middelkerke Casino blends into the surrounding Belgian sand dunes

A new, competition-winning hotel and casino will preserve the dune landscape while boosting the local economy of Middelkerke, Belgium.

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Plant a unique indoor garden with this modular living wall kit from Horticus

Designed by Horticus, these modular living walls offer a stunning way to reconnect with nature by creating a vertical hanging garden indoors, no matter how small the space.

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Wood dome amphitheater produces artificial rain shower in the Belgian forest

Clad in soft brown cedar, the dome comes complete with a stage designed to host open-air performances with the structure acting as a natural, sculptural backdrop.

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Heated plastic baby bottles release millions of microplastics in formula

Babies around the world are consuming over 1.5 million microplastics daily.

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Oil companies use cooling technology to continue Arctic drilling

Big oil companies are now turning to technology to protect their business from the effects of climate change.

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Energy-neutral House of Eemnes is a sustainable culture house

Thirty minutes east of Amsterdam, the municipality of Eemnes has recently welcomed a beautiful community center for everyone in the town to gather, play and learn.

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DIY Halloween costumes for this year's virtual parties

Even your virtual Halloween party can be fun and eco-friendly with a handmade costume.

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Airbus unveils worlds first zero-emission commercial aircrafts

European aerospace corporation Airbus has unveiled three designs for the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircrafts that would rely on hydrogen as a primary power source.

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Researchers test seawater air conditioning as a renewable cooling alternative

Seawater air conditioning could be a viable, renewable alternative to air conditioning, and it could save us 77% in cooling costs. Here are the pros and cons.

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Deep-sea coral fossils act as a time machine for rising CO2 levels

A new study uses coral fossils to analyze carbon dioxide and its role on changes in climate.

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NYCs Bronx 1 charter school achieves LEED Silver

Bronx 1 features energy-efficient updates to existing buildings plus eco-friendly new structures and a curriculum focused on sustainability.

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Add the timeless, minimalist Sage furniture collection to your home

The Sage Collection combines visual appeal, functionality and sustainability to withstand the test of time.

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Finnish stamps shine a harsh light on climate change

The Finnish Post wanted to get the memo out about the climate crisis, but instead of using the internet, it went old school with snail mail. A series of new postage stamps designed by Finnish studio Berry Creative sends the message using a ubiquitous product coupled with basic science.

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Can robot dolphins replace real ones in marine parks?

Proponents of swimming with dolphins cite the thrill of feeling a human-animal connection that verges on spiritual and even claim health benefits like reducing stress and boosting T cells. Animal rights supporters claim that promoting dolphin swims is cruel, unnatural, unsafe for people, and ruins dolphin family life. But what if you could swim with robot dolphins?

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Win a National Park tour for 2 from Inhabitat!

We’re giving away park passes to Yosemite, Olympic and Zion National Parks plus $1,000 toward travel expenses. Enter for your chance to win!

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Iconic Farnsworth House gets a conceptual, sustainable redesign

As a design exercise, California-based architecture firm Jeff Barrett Studio has reimagined Mies van der Rohe’s iconic Farnsworth House for the modern times with a sustainable redesign that includes onsite renewable energy and modular construction.

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Architecture students design a LEED Platinum home with an ADU in Kansas

Every year as part of Studio 804, University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design graduate students design and build an energy-efficient home for the community — and this year’s home not only achieved LEED Platinum certification but also comes with an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to fight suburban sprawl.

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100-year-old Buda Mill & Grain Co. has new life as a community gathering spot

Often, culture and community are so intertwined that one defines the other, as is the case with a rural town in Texas, where the residents embraced a dilapidated historic site, called the Buda Mill & Grain Co., and brought it back to life.

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San Diego Zoo successfully clones an endangered Przewalskis horse

San Diego Zoo is now raising the world's first Przewalski’s horse clone.

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New study finds eco-glitter just as damaging as ordinary glitter

Despite the promises and inflated price tag, biodegradable glitter ends up the same way as old-school glitter — wreaking havoc on aquatic ecosystems.

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LEED Gold office in Austin offers wearables to promote employee wellness

The Texas Mutual Insurance Company's new headquarters in Austin, Texas's Mueller Development has earned both LEED Gold and Austin Energy Green Building 4-Star certifications in recognition of the building's energy-efficient design and focus on occupant wellness. Designed by Texan architecture firm Studio8 Architects, the four-story office building is notable for its adherence to the "Design for Active Occupants" LEED innovation strategy to prioritize a healthy and active workplace as opposed to the traditionally sedentary office environment.

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Dream of an escape to the off-grid cabins in Kogelberg Nature Reserve

These off-grid cabins are elevated for minimal site impact.

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Artist creates mesmerizing paintings using coal pollution from local streams

A group of artists, engineers and dedicated community members are finding ways to clean up local pollution and turn it into something meaningful.

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The Great Barrier Reef has lost 50% of its corals to climate change

A recent study has revealed that corals of the Great Barrier Reef have more than halved since 1995.

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Apple aims to save the environment, one wall charger at a time

If your new, boxed iPhone 12 feels a little light, that might be because it doesn’t contain a wall charger or earbuds.

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Green-roofed theater in Shenzhen raises the bar for civic architecture

When the Pingshan District government in Shenzhen, China tapped OPEN Architecture to design the district’s first theater, the architects knew immediately that they wanted to create something different from the norm.

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New solar-powered townhome community opens in Sonoma County

Round Barn is a new townhome community composed of eco-friendly, solar-powered residences in Santa Rosa’s historic Fountaingrove neighborhood.

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Israel plans to enact a countrywide fur ban

Israel has announced plans to ban the use of animal fur and skin in the fashion industry.

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Doc Antle is the latest Tiger King star to be indicted

In the latest "Tiger King" criminal news, Bhagavan “Doc” Antle has been indicted on charges of wildlife trafficking and animal cruelty.

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An award-winning forest tops the worlds first publicly accessible art depot

The Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen features a mirrored exterior topped with a forest and a rooftop restaurant.

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ZHAs sculptural "urban oasis" in Hong Kong to be LEED Platinum

At the heart of Hong Kong's central business district, the 36-story Murray Road project designed by Zaha Hadid Architects has broken ground — and its energy-efficient design has already earned the building LEED Platinum and WELL Platinum pre-certification along with the highest 3-Star rating of China's Green Building Rating Program.

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New York Citys street trees have unique stories to tell

In a new photographic series, Matthew Jensen hopes to show everyone a little "Tree Love."

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New WWF report says plant-based diets could help conserve and restore nature

A new WWF report shows how we can feed 8-10 billion people and conserve nature through plant-based diets.

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West 8 and Studio 44 win Tuchkov Buyan Park competition in St. Petersburg

The park would be within walking distance to major landmarks such as the Peter and Paul Fortress and the Rostral Columns of Vasilievsky Island.

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Simple, sustainable DIY Halloween decor

Fall has arrived, and the holiday season is right around the corner, making for the perfect time to get creative with Mission Fall Decor 2020. While you might find inspiration walking through the local home improvement or craft store, dedicating yourself to DIY decor saves you money, adds a personal sense of accomplishment and presents the opportunity to recycle or select materials that are sustainable and environmentally-friendly.

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DPG Medias HQ to become one of the worlds largest wooden-hybrid offices

This headquarters will be primarily built from glulam timber and will boast an expansive green roof.

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Exxon's leaked documents reveal devastating pollution plan

Earlier this year when ExxonMobil announced its intention to reduce its methane emissions and gas-burning, many welcomed and celebrated the news. Despite these initial claims, the company's internal documents paint a different picture.

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California governor issues executive order to conserve 30% of state land by 2030

The governor said the move will help preserve biodiversity and prevent ecosystem destruction.

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Mature trees shape a leafy, light-filled home in Mexico

South of Guadalajara in the state of Jalisco, local architecture firm Estudio Radillo Alba has completed the Casa R.A., a family of five's countryside home that takes its site-specific massing from the existing trees on site.

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5 buildings on this Missouri campus just achieved LEED Platinum

This is quite the accomplishment for Washington University in St. Louis' Danforth Campus. The new accolades bring the total number of buildings with LEED Platinum designation to seven on the Danforth Campus. According to the school, the university’s green building design part of an overall sustainability...

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New Swedish grocery to price goods based on carbon footprint

Felix, a Swedish food brand, has opened a climate-conscious store that will guide buyers to make informed decisions when purchasing food items.

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Tasmanian devils reunited with their motherland after 3,000 years

For the first time in 3,000 years, Tasmanian devils have reunited with mainland Australia.

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The best vegan snacks at Trader Joe's this fall

Here are some of Trader Joe's vegan fall foods to enjoy in chillier days ahead.

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Couple renovates 1975 Chevy van for minimalist living during pandemic

When Jenna Aldus and Colin Dierker found out that all of their classes were shifting online due to the pandemic, they decided to take full advantage of the newfound freedom. Both university students, the couple currently conducts their studies on the road in their new home-on-wheels, a renovated 1975 Chevy van named Nelly.

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Disney World McDonald's to be first net-zero fast food restaurant

Chicago-based Ross Barney Architects has given the iconic McDonald's at Walt Disney World Resort a sustainable makeover. This revamp aims to make McDonald's Disney flagship the first net-zero energy quick-service restaurant.

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Preparing COVID-19 vaccine could kill half a million sharks

Scientists are racing against time to create a COVID-19 vaccine, but the effects of this venture may cause irreversible harm for sharks. Conservationists estimate that preparing a coronavirus vaccine will require at least half a million sharks.

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Fossil fuel companies denied seismic blasting permit renewals

Once current permits expire on November 30, companies will not be allowed to renew them.

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Miami Beach Convention Center receives a stunning LEED Silver makeover

With the recent renovation and expansion, the energy-efficient venue is not only better equipped to withstand hurricanes but is now recognized as one of the most technologically advanced convention centers in the U.S.

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Wisdom is replacing plastic with zero-waste school supplies

We put Wisdom's zero-waste school supplies to the test, and they got an A+ for durability and functionality.

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Architects want to turn the Tiber River banks into a thriving piazza

Ballman Khapalova has proposed to turn the banks of the Tiber River into Piazza Tevere, a river promenade with gardens, art, outdoor gym equipment and more.

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Climate crisis could turn the Amazon rainforest to savanna

A new study shows the Amazon rainforest may soon change from a closed canopy rainforest to an open savanna.

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Maryland bans single-use foam containers

Businesses and institutions must abide by the law banning single-use foam containers for carryout in Maryland.

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Prefab holiday cabins appear to float among misty tea fields in China

The unusual cabins add a layer of mystique to the foggy tea field landscape.

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Copyright Cloud HQ is inspired by traditional Guizhou stilt houses

The HQ building is wrapped in an aluminum facade that references lines of code.

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Christophe Caranchini proposes resilient floating houses for Kiribati

French architect Christophe Caranchini has proposed prefabricated floating communities that promote off-grid, communal living in Kiribati.

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Lack of cruise ships gives researchers the perfect chance to study humpback whales

Thanks to slow-down of tourist activities, researchers are taking the rare chance for a closer study of Alaska's humpback whales.

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Nordstrom to end the sale of fur and animal skins

One of America's leading fashion retailers, Nordstrom, has announced that it will be ending the sale of fur and animal skins by 2021.

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Breathtaking alpine views await atop Iceman tzi Peak

At 10,666 feet above sea level, the newly constructed Iceman Ötzi Peak observation deck provides nature-lovers with a stunning vantage point of the Italian Alps.

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WOOMETRY upcycles salvaged wood into eco-friendly home goods

On the outskirts of Lisbon, Portugal in Santa Iria de Azoia, sustainable creative studio WOOMETRY is giving unwanted wood pieces a second life by transforming the salvaged materials into home goods.

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Cold Spring Residence, a family's low-impact weekend retreat

Developed by architect and artist couple Jared and Carolina Della Valle, this stunning family retreat in the Hudson River Valley is driven by high sustainability standards. Located on 11 acres in Cold Spring, New York near where Carolina grew up, the house functions as a weekend escape for the family.

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Greenland ice sheet melting faster than in last 12 millennia

Greenland's massive ice sheet is melting at a rate faster than experienced in the past 12,000 years, according to a new study in Nature. Published on Wednesday, the study, dubbed "Greenland Ice Sheet Will Exceed Holocene Values this Century," revealed that Greenland is already losing ice at a rate four times faster than any period in the past 11,700 years.

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You can help monitor Amazon deforestation from your couch

The new Global Forest Watch tracking system relies on citizen scientists like you to help protect rainforests.

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A net-zero compact home in Seattle is inspired by Shibui minimalism

Refined, elemental and minimal: these words were the inspiration behind a recently completed net-zero home in West Seattle.

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This cabin in the woods may be the perfect writer's studio

This off-grid cabin is a peaceful place for a former business executive to pen poetry.

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UNStudio designs sculptural, driverless metro stations for Doha

UNStudio has completed the first 37 stations for Qatar Railways' Doha Metro, one of the most advanced and fastest driverless metro systems in the world.

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2 in every 5 plant species are at risk of extinction

If certain plant species are to be lost, it could significantly affect the state of life on Earth as we know it.

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Presidential debate gives 10 minutes to climate change

With 10 minutes to go of the first debate, the moderator said, "I'd like to talk about climate change." The results were revealing.

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Tartu turns a major street into a car-free haven for a month

For the entire month of July, the Estonian city of Tartu transformed one of its main streets into a Car-Free Avenue.

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This luxurious home is a pollutant-free paradise and it's for sale

Located in Norwalk, Connecticut, this recently listed pollutant-free home at 88 Old Saugatuck Road has been void of chemicals, insecticides and pesticides for more than 26 years.

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The best DIY baby food recipes approved by experts

If you've decided to learn how to make baby food at home, you may feel overwhelmed. Thankfully, with some information and helpful hints, you can begin creating homemade, healthy meals for your little tike.

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Scientists create super-enzyme to degrade plastic bottles 6 times faster

New research reveals a super-enzyme that breaks down plastic six times faster than previously engineered plastic-eating enzymes.

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Some dual-flush toilets are actually wasting water

Waterwise estimates that between 5% and 8% of U.K. toilets are leaking a total of 88 million gallons per day.

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Midcentury warehouse becomes a community-building asset in Mexico City

In a bid to sustainably create more inclusive and connective space in Mexico City, local architecture practice BAAQ’ has rehabilitated Dr. Atl 285, an industrial building from the 1960s.

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Wellow is the eco-friendly deodorant you've been looking for

Every time you go through another tube of deodorant, you add to the plastic waste problem that experts predict will soon overwhelm the world. But now you have a new, eco-friendly option: Wellow deodorant.

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Proud Pour wines and cider benefit bees, oceans and coral reefs

Every purchase of Proud Pour wine helps restore oyster and bee habitats, save sea turtles and plant baby coral reefs.

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California votes to protect Joshua trees

They have become the first plant species in California to be granted protection from climate change.

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World leaders commit to Earth's recovery

Sixty-four world leaders have signed a new Leaders' Pledge for Nature. But some key players are notably absent in promising to slow environmental ills.

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An indoor-outdoor home in Colombia is remodeled with local reclaimed wood

Located at the top of a mountain in Colombia’s Calandaíma River Valley, Casa Volcanes is a stunning home that promotes indoor-outdoor living and natural materials.

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BiodiverCity will transform Penang South Islands into an eco-tourism spot

A new island destination is in the works in Malaysia, and it's set to put the spotlight on sustainable development.

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HoekHome gives furniture a sustainable makeover

Thanks to modern furniture companies such as HoekHome, furniture assembly has changed. You can assemble HoekHome's click-together furniture with no tools other than your hands.

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Trump administration appoints climate change deniers to NOAA

The Trump administration has already appointed one climate change denier to NOAA this month and is set to appoint another.

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ASOS launches first circular fashion collection

This fall, online retailer ASOS is launching its first collection of circular fashions.

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The durable Solo New York backpack can accompany all of your adventures

We tested the Re:vive Mini Backpack on a number of outdoor adventures. Here's how it held up.

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Third Nature imagines a zero-emission regenerative city district in Bergen

An old logistics port and ferry terminal in Bergen, Norway has been reimagined into an inspiring zero-emission district.

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HOH Cafe is a shipping container coffee shop hidden in a tranquil park

Tucked away into a forested area on the edge of Taiwan’s Zhubei City, the HOH Cafe is a shipping container coffee shop that offers a quiet respite for the area’s busy residents.

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No new gas-powered cars by 2035, California governor says

California Governor Gavin Newsom's new executive order bans the sale of all new gasoline-powered cars and passenger trucks by 2035. After that, only zero-emissions new cars will be sold in the state of California. Californians will still be able to own, drive, buy and sell used cars that run on gas.

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Record number of pilot whales get stranded, die in Tasmania

Over 380 long-finned pilot whales have been confirmed dead after nearly 500 were stranded on Tasmania's west coast.

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How to make soy wax candles for a cozy, autumnal home

Learn how to make DIY soy candles for your home and to give as gifts.

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Abu Dhabi Flamingo Visitor Center blends into the landscape

Petr Janda / brainwork studio has won an international competition with its design of the Abu Dhabi Flamingo Visitor Center, a proposed center that would service the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve located southeast of central Abu Dhabi.

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The Heimplanet Travel Pack gets a sustainable new upgrade

Adventure luggage and tent company Heimplanet has given its popular travel pack a 2020 upgrade.

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China plans to go carbon-neutral by 2060

China, the world’s biggest source of carbon dioxide, is aiming for carbon-neutrality by 2060.

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Critical Antarctic glaciers are drifting away

The findings, which follow analyses of satellite imagery, indicate that a natural buffer that prevents the glaciers from breaking away is deteriorating at a rapid rate and could lead to destructive sea level rise.

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Indie comic book characters are brought to life as unique cardboard cutouts

After creating a life-size board game out of cardboard, Luanga ‘Lue’ Nuwame has combined his love of cardboard crafting with another passion — rare comic book action figures.

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New Tokyo Toilet Project designs public restrooms to foster inclusivity

Japan-based Nippon Foundation has launched its Tokyo Toilet Project to design and build new, inclusive public toilets at 17 different locations throughout the Shibuya district of Tokyo.

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From golf to gardens: Houston's new botanical garden opens

It's a loss for golfers but a big win for plant lovers. After decades in the planning stage, the Houston Botanic Garden finally opened September 18 on the former Glenbrook Golf Course in southeast Houston. The garden serves as yet another draw for locals and visitors to explore Sims Bayou, a watershed area near Hobby Airport that already includes miles of walking and biking trails and countless places to launch canoes.

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Melting Florida panther statue highlights climate change

A sculpture of Florida panthers is melting in the sun to show the impacts of climate change.

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NYC Metronome clock now displays deadline for irreversible global warming

The Climate Clock shows that we have about 7 years to stop irreversible effects of global warming.

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The Redress Design Award is making sustainable fashion an industry standard

Redress has announced the 2020 winners for the Redress Design Award.

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Garden House brings nature back to the city

The home “brings nature back to the city” with inviting outdoor areas for gathering with friends and neighbors.

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Tiny House Sustainable Living blog documents life in an off-grid tiny home

Jennifer of Tiny House Sustainable Living documents tiny home construction, off-grid living and homesteading on her blog.

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Botswana elephant deaths caused by cyanobacteria

The mysterious elephant deaths in Botswana this summer were caused by a toxic blue-green algae.

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17,000 Tiehms buckwheat, rare wildflowers of Nevada, destroyed

After a controversy between conservationists and lithium mining interests, 40% of the population of Tiehm's buckwheat was mysteriously destroyed last weekend.

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Biden vs Trump on environmental issues and climate change

Here’s a quick rundown on where the presidential candidates stand on environmental issues and climate change.

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Candelas hydrofoil boat is the worlds first electric speedboat

The Candela Seven is an electric boat with impressive metrics for both speed and range.

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Old industrial building is now an energy-efficient complex in London

Asta House boasts several modern, sustainable features while retaining the original industrial look.

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Washington bans wildlife-killing competitions

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission has voted to end hunting competitions in the state.

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Key phase of Everglades restoration project starts in November

The final phase of a massive Everglades restoration park will begin this November.

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Bulk up the eco-friendly way with Grounded's plant-based protein shakes

Being beefy can now mean nixing meat and dairy, too.

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Spend the night among the trees in southern Denmark

If you find yourself in a particular section of the landscape near Genner, Denmark, a nest hanging from the treetops could be your chosen sleeping spot.

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This industrial complex has a facade made from its own construction waste

The building features sunken courtyards with earth-cooled floors and a stone screen facade made from the complex's own construction waste.

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World gets F on Aichi biodiversity report card

In 2010, representatives from 194 countries met in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, and agreed on 20 biodiversity targets to reach in the next decade. Ten years later, the signatories have fallen far short.

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LEGO responds to kids' worries about single-use plastics

Kids have spoken. And LEGO has listened. “We have received many letters from children about the environment asking us to remove single-use plastic packaging,” said LEGO Group CEO, Niels B Christiansen, in a statement. “We have been exploring alternatives for some time and the passion and ideas from children inspired us to begin to make the change.” The Danish toymaker announced Tuesday that it will replace the plastic bags inside boxed LEGO sets with recyclable paper ones. Over the...

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A small Swedish town becomes home to urban development experiments

Architects are transforming abandoned train tracks into a hub for innovation.

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Rihanna's new Fenty skincare line leads the industry in sustainability

Fenty Skin boasts a clean, vegan and earth-conscious line of products that embrace sustainability in all the right ways.

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University of Toronto Scarborough learning hub to welcome nature indoors

The new learning hub prioritizes flexibility and student wellness.

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Birds are dying mid-air possibly due to climate crisis effects

The deaths of thousands of birds in the southwestern U.S. have sparked concern from scientists.

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World's first "living coffin" made of mycelium is used in a burial

The first burial in a mycelium coffin has occurred in the Netherlands.

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This villa in India is made up of cascading floating terraces

The "floating" terraces protect residents from the region's harsh climate.

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A charming timber train station highlights nature and play in China

Hexia Architects recently completed Ginkgo Swan Lake’s second train station that comprises a pair of eco-friendly timber buildings designed to highlight the outdoor landscape.

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The Olympic House sets a new green building standard

The International Olympics Committee has a brand-new home in Lausanne, Switzerland. The stunning new Olympic House brings together 500 employees who were working at different offices scattered throughout the city.

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Oil and plastic industry spent millions to mislead the public about plastic recycling

A new investigation by NPR and PBS Frontline reveals that for decades, executives in the oil and plastic industries invested millions of U.S. dollars into misleading the public about the recycling of plastics. As a good citizen, you sort your trash, thinking that the plastic will be recycled to reduce pollution. Unfortunately, all that effort might be in vain.

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Orcas are ramming boats, confusing scientists

Incidences of orcas ramming into boats along the Portuguese and Spanish coasts have left sailors terrified and scientists confused.

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Valani launches debut collection of biodegradable clothing

New fashion house Valani has launched its new debut collection of biodegradable separates and dresses inspired by light living.

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A green roof naturally cools a bioclimatic mosque in Indonesia

The Bioclimatic Community Mosque of Pamulang follows passive solar principles and boasts and active green roof to reduce the urban heat island effect.

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September is Coastal Cleanup Month with a new look for 2020

You can still make a difference, even during the pandemic.

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Google becomes retroactively carbon-neutral

Google announced that it has now invested in enough high-quality carbon offsets to erase its carbon footprint.

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Halo Top debuts new and improved vegan ice cream recipe

Vegans often face limited options for frozen treats. Sure, you can put a banana in the freezer, get a little fancier with a sherbert or maybe cool off with some vegan frozen yogurt. But now, thanks to Halo Top's new line of vegan ice cream flavors, consumers can enjoy a range of choices with the creamy texture that makes ice cream summer's perfect treat.

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Lunaz converts the classic Rolls-Royce to a fully electric car

Only 30 electric Rolls-Royce Phantom V models will be produced.

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Asia's largest organic rooftop farm can grow 20 tons of food annually

Organic urban agriculture, renewable energy and beautiful landscaping come together at the Thammasat University Rooftop Farm (TURF), Asia's largest organic rooftop farm that spans 236,806 square feet. Bangkok-based landscape architecture and urban design firm LANDPROCESS designed the productive landscape in response to both the Thai capital's sprawling urbanization and rising food and water scarcity concerns amid the climate crisis.

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Gaia & Dubos debuts a sustainable fall clothing collection

Do you know where your clothes come from? How they're made? What impact they have on the environment?

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Surfing citizen scientists collect important ocean data

Special surfboard fins allow surfers to track ocean warming while riding the waves.

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Meet Phade, the biodegradable, bioplastic eco-straw

Environmentalists say straws are harmful, and the argument makes a lot of sense. But as an iconic beverage accessory, many people don't know how to live without straws. Thanks to Phade, they don't have to.

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A quiet cabin and outdoor adventures in Montana's Seeley-Swan Valley

Follow along as we explore all of the wilderness Montana has to offer.

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Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library to honor conservation and community

The designers want to honor the landscape and community that the past president came to love all those years ago.

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A midcentury home receives a sensitive renovation in Montreal

Originally constructed in 1947, the house was built with beautiful attention to detail, which Salem Architecture preserved and highlighted.

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UN report shows global warming could pass 1.5C limit before 2030

Global warming could exceed the 1.5°C limit set in the Paris Agreement in the next decade.

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Global investment managers say no to carbon

A European group of global investment managers and pension funds has devised an ambitious plan to cut their portfolios down to net-zero carbon.

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LeSportsac's ReCycled collection uses recycled water bottles

With the modern-day zeitgeist squarely aimed at improving sustainable practices, both in the private and business world, LeSportsac's most recent release removes plastic from the waste stream while encouraging fans to continue their LeSportsac journey.

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A disused factory becomes an office with a landscaped bamboo roof terrace

Located in Shenzhen, China, the If Factory utilizes a sustainable design that transforms an old and disused factory into a creative mix of office spaces.

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ORA inserts a modern home into a romantic brick ruin

The architects carefully placed a modern, energy-efficient home within old brick ruins.

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Mealworms can serve as protein source, research says

A new study published in the Journal of Insects as Food and Feed has revealed that yellow mealworms can serve as an alternative protein source for animals and, possibly, humans. The study comes at a time when global food demands keep rising.

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Wildfires have burned 2.3M acres across California this year

Unfortunately, fires are still breaking out and more destruction is expected.

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Early learning center sustainably embraces rural New Zealand

Fantails Estate welcomes kids to play and learn within a sustainable environment.

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Hollandse Nieuwe crafts a vibrant, eco-friendly workspace with VR

Hollandse Nieuwe has enlisted the help of virtual reality to create a dynamic and colorful workspace for civil servants.

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Girl Scouts Camp Trivera combines STEM and sustainable architecture

Inhabitat caught up with Shannon Evers, the CEO of Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma, to learn more about Camp Trivera.

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30 new marine species found in Galapagos' deep seas

The Galapagos Islands are famous for several endemic species that evolved to fit the exact niche required to live on rocky islands 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific Ocean. Now, marine scientists have found 30 new species deep beneath the ocean's surface around the Galapagos.

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Study shows denim microfibers are polluting our waters

Did you know that your favorite jeans are polluting the environment?

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Eco designer upcycles cans into unique art

Sarah Turner is an eco-friendly artist with a mission to get creative with post-consumer waste.

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Reimagining Brooklyn Bridge winners want to bring a forest to NYC

The international design competition intended to spark public dialogue about the Brooklyn Bridge, which has become one of New York’s most recognizable landmarks since its opening in 1883.

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262 wicker baskets come together in a stunning arched pavilion

A stunning example of reuse.

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This LEED Platinum office will gracefully evolve over time

New Delhi-based practice Architecture Discipline recently completed The East India Hotels Corporate Headquarters, a LEED Platinum-certified office space housed within the Oberoi Office Tower in Gurugram, India's finance and technology hub. Dynamic, avant-garde and modern, the workspace design aims for functionality and comfort with full-height high-performance glass that lets in natural light and an open-plan layout conducive to flexibility.

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SeaChange uses plasma arc technology to save the oceans from plastic waste

What if there was a way to intercept oceanbound plastic?

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CRA unveils designs for Biotic, a high-tech district in Brazil

Biotic reinterprets Brasilia's superblocks into communities focused on nature and green technology.

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Award-winning Fly-Ash chair uses recycled coal byproduct

In an effort to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) furniture design graduate student Erica Stine created the Fly-Ash chair, a modern and eco-conscious chair constructed entirely of recycled coal waste. The sustainable furniture design concept recently earned a notable honor in the 2020 international Red Dot Design Competition's "Home Furniture" category.

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New Arizona highrise takes sustainable luxury to another level

This 12-story residential tower doesn't just boast an impressive luxury highrise condominium design, but also an award-winning green building design. The luxurious 7180 Optima Kierland is located in one of North Scottsdale's most desirable areas, with lavish amenities throughout and a vertical landscape system with self-containing irrigation.

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LAVA designs a cyclist bridge to make Heidelberg bike-friendly

The winning proposal weaves together functionality with beautiful, minimalist design that is visually appealing both up-close and from afar.

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Greenery envelopes a Snhetta-designed timber office in Austria

Snøhetta has recently completed the new head office for ASI Reisen, an international trekking and adventure travel company that sought a space reflective of its working culture and sustainable ethics.

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Burmese roofed turtle is rescued from extinction

Two decades of conservation efforts have brought the species back from the brink of extinction.

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New US government rule allows drilling in forested land

A new rule published by the U.S. government legalizes oil and gas drilling within forested land. This action threatens forest ecosystems, reversing decades of work to protect forested areas.

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Palau is pioneering a new model of sustainable tourism

In partnership with Sustainable Travel International and Slow Food, the Palau Bureau of Tourism has launched a new project aimed at mitigating its tourism-based carbon footprint.

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Gardenhouse in Beverly Hills boasts one of the nations largest green walls

The project is designed to mimic the lush, hilly landscape of Beverly Hills.

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Biomimicry Institute reveals 2020 Global Design Challenge finalists

The proposals, which all take inspiration from nature, address one or more of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

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The smooth handfish is declared extinct

This news makes the smooth handfish the first fish species to be declared extinct in modern history.

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Bond Pet Foods develops slaughter-free chicken for sustainable pet food

The company is making lab-grown chicken for pet food a reality.

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The afterlife of solar panels

Where do solar panels go when they are no longer useful?

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