Haeckels delivers zero-waste skincare with Bio Restore Membrane

Haeckels has developed a zero-waste option that solves both the waste issue and those under-eye bags.

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Mysterious dolphin deaths linked to oil spill in Mauritius

After an oil spill in early August, 40 dolphins have turned up dead in Mauritius.

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Hurricane Laura causes dangerous chemical fire in Louisiana

Following Hurricane Laura's landfall, BioLab caught fire, unleashing chlorine gas over a small community.

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Worlds largest Passive House building to open in Kansas City

The largest Passive House building in the world is set to welcome its first tenants this October.

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Make the most of your late summer garden with these tips

Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean your gardening has to.

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Award-winning solar home with spectacular desert views asks $5.35M

Dreaming of a desert lifestyle? This luxury, solar-powered home near Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area could be yours.

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Nestl's vegan tuna spares fish lives

Over the last few years, veggie burgers have nearly gone mainstream. But Nestlé's new vegan tuna — aka Sensational Vuna — will be a whole new taste sensation for vegans and non-vegans alike.

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Redwoods, condor sanctuary are damaged in California wildfires

Both the redwoods and a condor sanctuary have been impacted by California's wildfires. Big Basin’s redwoods have stood in the Santa Cruz Mountains for more than a thousand years. In 1902, the area became California’s first state park. The trees are a combination of old-growth and...

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7 easy science experiments for kids at home

These experiments are fun and educational.

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Community First! provides affordable, permanent micro-housing

Community First! Village in Austin, a 51-acre sustainable development, provides affordable housing to Central Texas' chronically homeless. McKinney York Architects recently designed two new micro-house concepts inside the community.

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Guallart Architects unveil winning bid for a self-sufficient community in China

Presented as a model for sustainable urban growth, the project champions local energy production, food production, energy efficiency and material reuse.

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Painting wind turbines may reduce bird collisions and deaths

Painting one wind turbine blade black could reduce bird deaths at wind farms by up to 70%.

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Norway oil drilling expands to Svalbard

Norway is expanding oil drilling operations farther north into the Arctic.

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The CrossWater is a solar-powered mode of public water transportation

Forget air-polluting boats or sitting in traffic on the highway. CrossWater is rethinking transportation.

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Introducing Klima: the app on a mission to reduce carbon footprints

The user-friendly app quickly calculates your personal carbon footprint and finds ways to offset your emissions.

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ON-A wants to renature Barcelona by greening the Camp Nou stadium

In a bid to bring greater green space to Barcelona, local architecture firm ON-A has proposed converting the city’s Camp Nou football stadium into a 26-hectare forested park.

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Proposed UK law pushes accountability for Amazon products

People around the world have watched with increasing horror as Amazon forest destruction has accelerated in recent years. Now, U.K. officials have proposed a law to make large companies operating within the U.K. comply with environmental laws and show where their products originate.

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Rare dolphin species spotted in the Adriatic Sea

Delphinus delphis has been observed multiple times off the coasts of Italy and Slovenia.

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Modern passive house is carbon-negative and energy-positive

A minimalist passive house in East Devon generates more energy than it needs through solar panels.

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Rental houseboat in India celebrates fire, water, air and earth elements

Talk about getting back to nature!

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This tiny home on stilts features an awesome secret patio

LaLa's Seaesta has playful design touches around every corner.

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Thousands of farm workers face extreme conditions in California

Farm workers in California are working during the pandemic, wildfires, heatwaves and drought.

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USDA closes Tiger King zoo for animal welfare violations

A USDA report found multiple animal welfare violations, leading to the closure of Greater Wynnewood Exotic Animal Park.

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FaulknerBrowns Architects proposes to reinvigorate a Victorian villa

International architectural practice FaulknerBrowns Architects has submitted a proposal for sensitively preserving Ashfield Towers.

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Nestbox turns regular SUVs into camper vans

If the pandemic has you itching for a socially distant camping adventure, check out Nestbox.

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Geothermal-powered timber home glows by an Austrian lake

Locally procured materials and energy-efficient building systems make up the Wohnhaus am Eichenberg (Residence on the Eichenberg), a contemporary timber home designed by Austrian architecture firm Berktold Weber Architekten in 2019. Built into the mountainside in the Austrian village of Eichenberg, the home opens up to breathtaking views of Lake Constance.

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Greenland ice sheet loses record amount of ice in 2019

The Greenland ice sheet lost ice at a rate of 1 million metric tons per minute in 2019.

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Are solar developments hurting desert animals?

Even the best intentions can have undesirable effects.

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The prefab Tiny Tetra House in Bali is made of recycled waste

Tetra Pak beverage containers are used in the roof and wall construction of this unique home. Tiny Tetra has 688 square feet of space with a diagonally-oriented floor plan. It is elevated 40 centimeters off the ground via point foundations in order to help blend the structure into the surroundings. There is a bedroom, ensuite bathroom, and open kitchen, living room and outdoor terraces. Apart from the sustainable advantages...

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Wayks modular luggage is the ultimate sustainable travel companion

Wayks is an all-in-one backpack that operates as three different types of luggage.

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The daily life of a tree farmer with One Tree Planted

Zach Clark-Lee, professional tree farmer, tells us what it is like to work with One Tree Planted.

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Global warming could push air conditioning demand up 59%

As the planet warms, more people are relying on AC. But AC just contributes to more warming.

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Florida to release millions of genetically modified mosquitoes

Will the GMO mosquitoes safely reduce mosquito populations and disease, or will it endanger animals that rely on mosquitoes for food?

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HIVE Project proposes biophilic, self-sufficient homes of the future

These customizable homes would feature renewable energy sources and water recycling systems.

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Modular hanging suites are built to drop into any setting

The Drop Box N-240 collection offers transportable, modular suites made from sustainable materials.

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Old coffee roastery to be reborn as a net-zero carbon office in London

This sustainable office, called Paradise, will benefit the local community.

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Atlantic has 10 times the microplastics previously thought

We knew it was bad. But a new study of plastic in the Atlantic Ocean reveals the pollution problem is ten times worse than scientists suspected.

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DNC reverses pledge to end fossil fuel subsidies

The DNC has removed a pledge to end fossil fuel subsidies from its ledger of party demands.

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Nimmo Bay offers a remote, eco-friendly spa experience

It began with a dream of an off-grid lifestyle in the wilds of British Columbia.

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Cariuma welcomes a new Pantone collection of natural, vegan shoes

The sneakers are available in Pantone shades perfect for fall/winter.

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Surprising ways seaweed benefits the environment

While the news often mentions the terrible things in the sea, such as gyres of plastic and other trash, the oceans also hold an extremely valuable resource: seaweed. This renewable and easily harvestable organism is used for everything from food to spa treatments to a possible COVID-19 medicine.

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Trump administration furthers Arctic drilling plan

The Trump administration's environmental protection rollbacks seem to now come daily. Today's bad news? A plan to allow oil and gas companies to drill in Alaska's so-far pristine Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

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World's highest temperature, 130F, recorded in Death Valley

On Sunday, August 16, Death Valley reached 130°F.

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Sustainable teak home blends into the Costa Rican hills

Tres Amores is a contemporary home with spectacular ocean and mountain views.

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Cocoanutty makes zero-waste living more attainable

Live Well. Live Sustainably.

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Solar-powered dome in the Texas desert is the perfect place to go off the grid

Along with the opportunity to completely cut yourself off from the modern world, the dome’s setting offers incredible views of the night sky and the desert horizon.

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EPA loosens restrictions on methane emissions

As President Trump’s term comes to an end, his administration has busily rolled back Obama-era environmental protections.

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Pittsburgh leads in green energy with largest single sloped solar array in the US

The shift from non-renewable sources of energy to green energy continues to gain momentum.

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Hello Wood launches flat-pack kits for DIY tiny cabins

You can build your own tiny cabin in fewer than three days with the new Kabinka flat-pack cabin. Crafted under the slogan “design cabin at a reasonable price,” Hello Wood Kabinka...

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Winning design unveiled for nature-filled Shenzhen Childrens Hospital

The Children’s Hospital and Science & Education Building in Shenzhen will feature vertical gardens, sky gardens and more.

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Adidas releases 3 new trail shoes with eco-friendly features

We tested the new Adidas x Parley Terrex Two shoes and were pleasantly surprised by the comfort and style.

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Elephant population in Kenya has doubled since 1989

Elephant populations are increasing in Kenya thanks to efforts in deterring poachers.

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Super trawlers ravage UK's protected waters amid pandemic

Super trawlers have spent nearly double the amount of time in protected marine areas in half of 2020 compared to all of 2019.

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Green-roofed California winery will blend into a beautiful valley landscape

Sustainability drove the design of this stunning winery in California's Santa Rosa Hills.

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Modular Emergency Hospital 19 pops up in Italy in just 3 months

In the Milan commune of Rozzano, an inspiring pilot project for emergency healthcare architecture has popped up in just 11 weeks in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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SUNY New Paltz Engineering Innovation Hub achieves LEED Gold

In New York’s Hudson Valley region, the public liberal arts college SUNY New Paltz has earned a LEED Gold certification award for its newly completed Engineering Innovation Hub building.

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Rare large blue butterflies reintroduced in Gloucestershire

Rare large blue butterflies just experienced their most substantial reintroduction into the wild. About 750 of the globally endangered butterflies successfully hatched from larvae and flapped around Rodborough Common in Gloucestershire this summer.

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Earth Overshoot Day comes 3 weeks later this year

Earth Overshoot Day will fall on August 22.

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Wild in Africa jewelry supports wildlife conservation charities

While healing from an injury in Nairobi, Shannon Wild found comfort in making beaded bracelets. She turned this passion into a new business.

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Mightly kids clothing is GOTS- and Fair Trade-certified

Mightly's new clothing are made with organic, fair-trade cotton.

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PriestmanGoode designs sustainable, plastic-free takeout containers

PriestmanGoode has designed a durable, endlessly reusable takeaway container for restaurants and homes alike.

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North Carolina denies permit for extension of Mountain Valley Pipeline

A key water permit for the Mountain Valley Pipeline extension has been denied.

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Migratory birds triumph over Trump administration

A federal judge strikes down the Trump administration's move to rewrite the Migratory Treaty Bird Act.

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Stefano Boeri proposes SUPERVERDE urban greening modules

These green modules could increase biodiversity, decrease the urban heat island effect and demineralize soils.

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Chipotle debuts surprising new venture: sustainable clothing

Stop thinking of Chipotle as just another restaurant and start thinking of it as a great new clothing line. The well-known Mexican chain has launched Chipotle Goods, a line of sustainable clothing made with responsibly-sourced materials.

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How Everland is changing the eco-retreat scene

It's time to escape to Everland for family- and eco-friendly fun.

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Indigenous Amazon communities use tech to protect the forest

Indigenous communities in Brazil leverage technology to protect the Amazon and its resources. For a long time, Indigenous communities have protected the forest from illegal loggers and poachers.

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Cod are disappearing due to global warming

Cod lovers might have to change their preferences soon. According to new research published in the Journal of Applied Ecology, global warming may cause a decline in cod populations. Cod thrive in cool water, and global warming pushes the species to the brink of extinction.

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Meet eBussy, the new modular, electric truck-to-van

The eBussy doesn't look like your typical electric vehicle. This innovative creation offers more than you might expect!

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The Lookout House celebrates site's volcanic history

When Faulkner Architects was asked to design a house on a spectacular site in Truckee, California, the Placer County-based design practice allowed the beautiful landscape to dictate the design. The contemporary home, aptly named Lookout House for its views, emphasizes indoor/outdoor living with its full-height glazing and natural material palette.

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Testbeds repurposes architectural mockups into community assets in NYC

The project will reuse luxury real estate mockup structures as garden buildings, sheds, classrooms and more.

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ZHA creates modular, low-carbon housing platform for Roatn Prspera

Clients can virtually plan their modular, low-carbon and even net-zero homes.

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This energy-efficient home in Spain has a rainwater-fed infinity pool

Find Casa Palerm on the beautiful Balearic island of Mallorca, located in the Spanish Mediterranean.

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Apple Hotel gains a green-roofed wellness center in South Tyrol

Apfelhotel is a nature-focused retreat tucked away in northern Italy.

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MVRDV plans to sustainably repurpose the Dutch Expo 2000 Pavilion

The resident will transform the Dutch Pavilion into a co-working space.

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10 fun and fascinating facts about sharks

Just in time for Shark Week on Discovery Channel, here are 10 interesting facts about sharks.

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Canada's last Arctic ice shelf has collapsed

The Milne Ice Shelf, the largest remaining intact ice shelf in Canada, has collapsed. According to researchers studying the Milne Ice Shelf, the ice shelf collapsed in just two days at the end of July and lost about 40% of its area.

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This tiny house is insulated with cork and powered by solar

The Natura tiny home is sustainable inside and out.

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Solar-powered Brink Tower is a sustainable solution to Amsterdams housing shortage

Brink Tower offers high-quality housing and plentiful green space in Amsterdam.

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Green-roofed CLT home opens up to a dreamlike garden in Germany

The design marries the natural landscape and the built environment.

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FOReT's accessories marry sustainability with high-fashion

Who says that beauty has to hurt the Earth? Many less harmful options exist, and FOReT proves this with its line of sustainable, eco-friendly cork jewelry.

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BP to reduce oil, gas production by 40% to focus on clean energy

BP is slashing its fossil fuel production in favor of clean energy investments.

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The states winning the carbon emissions fight may surprise you

Washington state's ambitious carbon control policies are so popular that some of them have been adopted by Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden. Despite this, some pro-green energy states such as Washington fall behind in statistics on reduced emissions.

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How to prepare your pets for the end of lockdown

Inhabitat talks with three veterinarians on how to prepare pets for a return to "normal."

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Self-sufficient garden-city skyscraper proposed for NYC

This futuristic tower is completely self-sufficient with the ability to generate food, water and energy onsite.

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Berkshire Residence targets Passive House standards

The home blends classic design and modern sustainability.

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Global warming to cause more deaths than all infectious diseases

A new study published by the National Bureau of Economic Research shows that by the end of the century, the number of global warming-related deaths will rival that of deaths caused by all infectious diseases combined. The study estimates that high, uncontrolled greenhouse gas emission rates will increase global mortality rates to 73 deaths per 100,000 people.

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1 million minks culled in Spain, the Netherlands

Fear of viral spread has led to the killing of more than 1 million minks on farms in Spain and the Netherlands.

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Vollebak's Garbage Watch is a timeless solution for e-waste

Vollebak, a company at the core of sustainable clothing innovation, targets time itself with a new prototype, the Garbage Watch.

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Levis announces product line made with Cottonized Hemp

Levi's is making new jeans with hemp.

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Mio Borsa unveils summer collection of vegan leather bags

Stylish, functional and affordable — Mio Borsa has dropped its new line of handbags.

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Panda conservation efforts lead to unexpected losses

Many conservationists cite successful panda conservation efforts to show that protection measures work. That said, protecting pandas may come at a higher price than expected.

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Over 500 new dams planned for protected areas worldwide

Governments around the world are changing boundaries and bypassing laws to give the green light on harmful dam construction.

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Ugakei Circles sustainable nature park set to open in 2021

Enjoy glamping, camping, hiking and more at this upcoming nature park in Japan.

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This fashion boutique in India is crafted from recycled materials

This fashion boutique is made with clay tiles, upcycled metal, recycled beer bottles and more.

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How to properly freeze fresh produce

Save money and stop food waste!

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Zoos struggling to survive during pandemic

Zoos are on the brink of survival as revenues drop.

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COVID-19 reduces UK carbon emissions by 30 million metric tons

While the virus has taken its toll on our lives, the environment is getting a big sigh of relief.

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Student Holly Grounds creates edible instant noodle packaging

Ramen is a college staple, but oodles of noodles can leave behind a trail of waste. One college student is rethinking instant noodle packaging.

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Solar-powered House of Music mimics the shape of an orchestra

Mario Cucinella Architects has crafted a solar-powered community landmark that celebrates the town’s long-standing musical tradition.

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Fast food, snacks and treats that are surprisingly vegan

Need a quick meal or snack? These mainstream foods are surprisingly vegan!

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Severe coastal floods could affect 287 million people by 2100

Even if global warming is curbed today, millions of people will still be at risk of severe flooding.

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IceWind launches residential wind turbines in the US

After a successful demo in Texas, IceWind is bringing residential wind turbines to the US.

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Former railway yard to receive a green transformation in St. Petersburg

The old Tovarno-Vitebskaya railway yard is soon to become a vibrant linear park.

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Check out this handmade wood cabin in North Carolina

This tiny wood cabin, called The Nook, is situated in a charming, forested area in Swannanoa.

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