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First completed in 1919, Terme di Saturnia is a world-renowned resort and spa in Italy that is steeped in history. Now, the property has completed a sustainable renovation thanks to London-based studio THDP (The Hickson Design Partnership Ltd). The new design concept celebrates the natural conditions of the original thermal spring with preserved wooden furnishings, décor crafted by local artisans and green spaces. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “The initial briefing strived to achieve a visible and perceived renewal, while retaining the original internal architectural structure and maintaining the high-quality furnishings as part of the former design project by the […]

Refugio Manuel Jimenez Jr. and Angela Renee Jimenez, a Southern California couple responsible for starting a forest fire last year, have recently been charged with involuntary manslaughter. The couple started the fire after a gender reveal went wrong, sparking a fire that killed a firefighter. The couple now faces both felony and misdemeanor charges. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos According to an announcement made by San Bernardino County District Attorney Jason Anderson, the couple pleaded not guilty to charges involving the El Dorado Fire. The El Dorado Fire started on September 5 last year when the couple and their children […]

Usually, weather conditions influence how wildfires behave. But southern Oregon’s massive Bootleg Fire is so powerful that it’s changing the weather. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Fire officials have reported about the Bootleg Fire’s “aggressive surface spread with pyrocumulus development.” This cloud form results from the flames of a wildfire producing such extreme heat that it causes air to rise rapidly, cooling and condensing smoke particles. Pyrocumulus clouds are like self-contained thunderstorms carrying wind and lightning. Related: California teenager invents AI-powered tool for early wildfire detection Drought in Oregon and other western states has upped the potential for such massive fires. According to […]

When Branco Cavaleiro Architects was asked to develop a plan to house the High Performance Surfing Center in Cabedelo, Viana do Castelo, Portugal, the designers chose to incorporate protections for visitors as well as the surrounding landscape. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The High Performance Surfing Center was designed with sustainable construction in mind. This idea was reflected in the selection of green building materials and choice to reduce energy consumption. Situated on a dune system within a grove of pine trees, the Surfing Center needed to respect the natural environment. For minimal site impact, architects designed the building to […]

South African architecture studio SAOTA chose to incorporate some sustainable features in its design for the new Ritz-Carlton Residences by Marriott International. Located in Bodrum, Turkey, the hotel used stone collected from the building site in its construction and native landscaping in its outdoor spaces. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The property is set on a 126,000-square-meter private peninsula in a coastal resort town surrounded by the stunning Aegean Sea and boasts the first standalone residences in the area. It has 74 private villas with 10 different design layout options to choose from; plans range from two to five bedrooms […]

Some form of gardening has been around since the first days of human existence. It’s an activity that not only helps sustain life but brings joy and satisfaction. However, as the saying goes, getting started is the hardest part. It can be intimidating to understand the verbiage around gardening and figure out what plants will grow well where you live. When you boil it down, gardening is a very basic act and, contrary to what you’ll see in gardening catalogs and online supply stores, it doesn’t require a lot of supplies or money to get started. It does, however, take some […]

A report by BloombergNEF and Bloomberg Philanthropies shows that G20 countries have continued subsidizing fossil fuels at the expense of the environment. Despite committing to tackle climate change, G20 countries have provided more than $3.3 trillion in subsidies to fossil fuel since the Paris climate agreement in 2015. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Antha Williams, the environment lead at Bloomberg Philanthropies, says that countries have committed to tackling climate change on paper, but actions tell a different story. “On paper, global leaders and governments are recognising the urgency of the climate challenge and the G20 countries have all made ambitious commitments to […]

Being shredded alive. Getting gassed. It sounds like a horror movie, but in fact, it’s the true crime genre. But no more, say the French. France announced on Sunday that as of next year, male chicks can no longer be culled Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Around the world, about 7 billion male chicks are killed every year. Approximately 50 million of these unfortunates are born in France. Why this fowl sexism? Male chicks produce neither eggs nor meat. And then there’s all that crowing, and at such an ungodly hour. For these crimes, they are electrocuted, ground up alive, gassed, or […]

What do Elon Musk and tiny homes have in common? For now at least, a tiny house called Boxabl is Musk’s abode, which, rumor has it, he lives in near SpaceX ground zero in Boca Chica, Texas after selling off nearly all of his real estate holdings. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The 20×20 model might be commonly known as an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or perhaps a guest house, but in the Boxabl world, it’s referred to as Casita. Unlike other tiny houses, Boxabls have a unique, flat-pack design that allows them to break down to 8.5 feet in […]

Habitat for Humanity is a long-standing nonprofit whose mission is to provide affordable home ownership to low-income families around the world. Currently, that includes areas of the United States where affordable housing is in short supply. In Tempe, Arizona, Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona is building its first 3D-printed home on American soil. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “This is really a moonshot opportunity for Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona,” said Jason Barlow, president and CEO of Habitat Central Arizona. “When we consider the housing issues facing Arizona, the need for affordable homeownership solutions becomes clear. If we can deliver […]

Recently unveiled in the Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco in Val d’Orcia, Italy, part of a UNESCO world heritage site, the first unit of a luxury vineyard suite project was recently unveiled to the public. Known as Casa Ojalá, the guest suite has a few whimsical features like retractable beds, hidden furnishings, a merry-go-round terrace, roof portholes and a series of pulleys, gears and ropes. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos With over $1 billion worth of development expected by 2025, the hotel will embrace the surrounding nature and ensure eco-friendly, sustainable architecture in its design. Some of the environmentally-focused features include sustainable wood selection, […]

The widely respected Royal Horticultural Society is getting a promotion, coming out from the shadows and into the forefront of horticultural science. The U.K.’s first dedicated garden science hub is opening at the RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey, which will showcase educational opportunities and scientific work in the field of horticulture. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Designed by WilkinsonEyre Architecture, RHS Hilltop – The Home of Gardening Science sits in an area of scientific laboratories and classrooms, as well as public exhibition spaces, an events hall and a scientific library. All of this is surrounded by four acres of gardens […]

Among all the news about the Tokyo Olympics, you might have heard one particularly wild story about the beds in the Olympic Village. These beds got an unforeseen amount of press coverage when American runner Paul Chelimo joked that the cardboard material was used to discourage “intimacy among athletes.” While the idea of an ‘anti-sex’ bed design captured peoples’ interest, this story is merely a joke gone wild. But there’s still a good reason to talk about these cardboard beds — they’re recyclable.  Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Many outlets, from the New York Post to Sports Illustrated, have covered […]

The worlds of business and leisure are changing at an exponential rate, and keeping up with the times means making space for slowing down. London-based design studio Duffy London understands the need for comfortable and functional gathering spots with off-grid functionality as an alternative to the local coffee shop or boardroom for small get-togethers. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Building on the prior success of its indoor Japanese-inspired Minka Pods and Retro Pods, the company has released the outdoor-only Minka Solar Pods, which are designed to break up open spaces with cozy seating for up to four people. Related: KOGAA […]

The best architecture tells a story. It honors tradition and culture. It speaks to history. Although it doesn’t require onlookers to understand the heritage behind the design, it does require the architect to have a deep understanding of the traditional elements that define the style. Such is the case with Cloudy Courtyard, a residence and hotel in Shiguan Xiang, Anqing Yuexi, Anhui. Architectural firm One Take Architects recently completed the project, which began with an idea and developed through the study and replication of “traditional houses in west Anhui.” Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The result is a series of […]

As worldwide anxiety about the climate crisis soars, conscious consumers are embracing the idea of carbon tech, or ways to turn excess CO2 into marketable products. Which is probably why the new Potted Carbon planters attained full Kickstarter funding in less than 36 hours. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The new planters look like off-white stone speckled with black. But they’re really porcelain mixed with organic waste diverted from landfills. Since landfills accounted for about 15% of the U.S.’s annual methane emissions in 2019, diverting waste into pottery — or just about anything else — could help make a dent in emissions. Related: Carbon to Value […]

Not only do hikers have to contend with wildfires and out-of-control ticks this year, but now even poison ivy is getting worse. This botanical bother’s increasing severity is yet another effect of climate change. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Warmer soil and inflated CO2 levels are fattening poison ivy vines, causing them to leaf out robustly — and maybe even make your skin itch more when you come into contact with them. Duke University researchers just published a six-year study describing how poison ivy doubled in size when exposed to high levels of carbon dioxide — levels that scientists predict the atmosphere will see […]

Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Galactic, successfully flew to space and landed back on Earth this month, a move that has reignited the conversation about rocket pollution. Over the years, pollution caused by rocket launches has often been brushed away due to the few launches taking place. However, due to the recent billionaire space race, conservationists are raising concerns over the pollution these launches create. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Branson was part of a six-member crew that flew to space earlier this month in the inaugural Virgin Galactic flight. This flight opens doors for more people to visit space […]

With 3D printing, a small blob of material can turn into something amazing. Fibonacci House realizes this potential, as the world’s first fully 3D-printed concrete tiny home to be listed on Airbnb, now available to rent.  Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Located in a rapidly-growing and widely popular area in the Kootenay Lake Village (KLV) project at Procter Point in Nelson, BC, the home was printed over the course of 11 days. It includes space for two adults and two children, with a tiny footprint of just 35 square meters. The home features a sitting area, loft bedroom, fully-functional kitchen and bathroom. Related: World’s […]

Businesses around the globe have heard the consumer call for sustainable fashion products. The fashion industry as a whole has earned a notably bad rep for wasteful and dirty manufacturing. Few rank higher than the leather industry, with complaints ranging from animal cruelty to toxic chemical waste. Bucha Bio is a company pushing the science envelope in ways that circumvent animals, with an innovative leather alternative that offers endless potential across the fashion industry. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Biomaterial manufacturing is the primary order of business at Bucha. The newest proprietary process uses plant-based treatments for a sustainable leather alternative that […]

In Yinchuan Shi, China, Nanbo Bay Reception Center by Sunson Design is an example of striking architecture that intertwines nature with comfort and eye-catching appeal. The center sits adjacent to China Yinchuan Cultural Park, which is backed by wetlands that appear to have inspired much of the feng shui flow inside the building. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The experience begins at the entrance, dubbed the “hall of time.” Here, visitors their first impression of the natural yet mysterious space, which is bathed in plants. In fact, the Reception Hall is a mini ecological rainforest with bamboo, banyan trees, plantains and […]

Joannah Stutchbury, a prominent environmental activist, was shot dead on July 15 while driving home in Nairobi, Kenya. The incident has been condemned by local environmental activists, who are calling for justice in response to the murder. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Dr. Paula Kahumbu, CEO of conservation NGO WildlifeDirect, says the country’s entire conservation community is shaken following the murder. “It is really awful. The conservation fraternity is very shaken. It is devastating,” said Kahumbu. Related: Indigenous land defender Félix Vásquez murdered in Honduras Before her murder, Stutchbury had strongly opposed several projects slated to encroach on protected land. […]

People are suffering from heat waves around the U.S., but many can find relief indoors with air conditioning. Not so for farmworkers who, according to CDC data, are 20 times more likely than other workers to die from heat-related causes. Now, some advocacy groups are trying to get federal protection from workplace heat exposure. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “It would be really good to have a broad rule so when farm owners see that temperatures are way too high they need to stop and allow people to rest,” said farmworker Tere Cruz, as reported by The Guardian. “Things as they are […]

This monastery-turned-restaurant has given architectural planners 400 years of layers to reveal — and celebrate. The gradual unveiling is being handled by ADR architectural studio with a mission to respect the original architecture in the process. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Known as the Broumov Monastery, the building originated in the era of baroque architecture. Rather than demolishing the masterpiece in favor of modernization, the design team is painstakingly refurbishing one section at a time. This is in conjunction with a variety of other projects the studio has tackled in the complex, including the Café Dietzenhofer, revitalization of the Růžový […]

Throughout history, rivers have held a crucial role in industry as well as recreation, sometimes at the cost of one or the other. In the case of the Yangtze River, modern developers are dedicated to creating a balance that includes both. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Located in Jiangyin City, Jiangsu Province, China, this particular district was pinned for regeneration, and a design competition awarded BAU (Brearley Architects + Urbanists) the winning design plan. The resulting multistage plan will see the Jiangyin industrial docklands converted into a multipurpose live/work area that softens the edges of the often overbuilt river’s edge. […]

Everyone has their idea for the perfect home. For this couple, it’s a comfortable crash pad with natural elements that provides them a simple yet functional space for downtime in between outdoor adventures. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Located in the Central Area neighborhood in Seattle, Washington, this 800-square-foot home is a backyard cottage with a lot to offer. Not only does it feature enviable sleek lines and built-in storage, but the entire design intermingles indoors with outdoors to match the clients’ active lifestyle. Designed by Seattle-based firm Fivedot in collaboration with contractor Hanson Construction and Equlibria Engineering, this urban […]

A coalition of 100 Least Developed Countries (LDC) is raising concerns over the slow rate at which developed countries are implementing their promises to reverse the climate crisis. The LDC group wants richer countries to commit to more concrete climate mitigation measures at the Cop26 Summit later this year. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Cop26 will be the most important climate meeting after the Paris Agreement of 2015. Hosted by the U.K., the meeting is expected to bring world leaders together to discuss key climate matters that could determine the world’s future. Leaders from Cop26’s LDC group are already discussing […]

Considering retiring on the coast one day? Better rethink your plans. A new NASA study explains that a cute-sounding phenomenon called a “moon wobble” could lead to devastating coastal floods in the next decade. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “In the mid-2030s, every U.S. coast will experience rapidly increasing high-tide floods, when a lunar cycle will amplify rising sea levels caused by climate change,” the report warned. Related: Severe coastal floods could affect 287 million people by 2100 But don’t expect to look up and catch a glimpse of a jumpy moon. The wobble refers to an 18.6-year cycle that […]

What began as a mission to provide a stable housing option in Papua New Guinea turned into a business model that now sees plug-and-live housing being shipped everywhere in the world. The founders of what became Nestron were met with many obstacles in completing that initial commitment following their visit to Papua New Guinea in 2013. Learning from the process, they launched the Nestron company in 2017. Four years later, they are setting a standard for tiny houses of the future. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Nestron’s tiny homes have been called futuristic with their otherworldly look contoured out of […]

The story of la Poste du Louvre is both historic and modern. Originally built as a post office (la Poste) on du Louvre street in a central area of Paris, France, the building is now undergoing a transformation into a multipurpose space that has earned several environmental certifications.  Continue reading below Our Featured Videos It’s an example of honoring a classic building, constructed from 1888 to 1898 following the design by Julien Guadet. La Poste du Louvre has long served as a post office in a changing industry that has resulted in endless renovations over the century-and-a-half of its history. Updates […]

“Sustainability is our north star,” said KADA, a clothing company leading the charge in corporate responsibility and change within the notoriously wasteful fashion industry. The company’s products are designed by women, for women with a commitment to conservation. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos KADA is a Boston-based company, and every decision it makes revolves around waste reduction. The manufacturing process starts, in part, by collecting other manufacturers’ waste in the form of salvaged fabrics. From there, fabric selection relies mainly on Cupro, a silk-like material made from recycled cotton manufacturing waste. Cupro is biodegradable and made in a closed-loop factory […]

Located in the Spanish town of Sotosalbos, Segovia, the House Salbos honors the 12th-century Romanesque architecture of the region with a modern design. Created by ABIBOO Studio, the villa is made out of natural stone using local construction systems, helping it blend into its historic surroundings without sacrificing the comforts of modern life. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Castilian tile and natural stone line the entire exterior as well as a series of large flower planters to keep the property uniform. The 250-square-meter house design includes an L-shaped plan, incorporated to address existing municipal codes while allowing residents to maintain a relationship with the […]

A recent study in Nature shows that the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more CO2 than it absorbs. For the first time, scientists have confirmed that despite once being the largest carbon sink in the world, the rainforest has turned into a pollutant due to high rates of deforestation. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos According to the study, approximately a billion tonnes of carbon are emitted by the forest each year. The study has identified forest fires as one of the major causes of emissions. Most of the fires are deliberately started to clear forest land for beef and soy farming. With […]

The EU has come up with a dozen proposals to form its most aggressive climate plan. Among the proposals is a plan to ban the production and sale of gas-powered vehicles and to tax jet fuel. The drafts still need to be approved by the bloc’s 27 member states and the EU parliament. Despite a positive outlook, the proposals are likely to come under some opposition from member states. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Reliable reports indicate that the final drafting of the proposals caused serious infighting among the EU’s administrative arm. However, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen […]

There was a time when personal care products came directly from the land, without chemicals or scientific labs. That’s not to say science is bad by any means. In fact, it’s incredibly helpful when it results in the development of everyday beauty products sourced from plants while still being effective for the consumer. This is I-N Beauty’s mission. I-N Beauty has ‘planted’ its business in both science and plants, and the innovations have led to a line of natural skincare, body and hair products. The foundation of the products comes from some scientific experimentation with over 225 ingredients sourced from seeds, […]

While a home provides shelter, it can also highlight exciting architectural design and a marriage with the surrounding landscape. In the case of CBC House, it’s all that and more. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “Casa CBC” is located in Lomas de Chapultepec, a residential and commercial neighborhood to the west of Mexico City. This thriving locale is upscale, luxurious and approachable, and the architecture takes inspiration from the surrounding Chapultepec forest. Related: Sustainable Tasmanian home boasts big views and a small footprint Designed by Mexican firm Estudio MMX, the CBC House development began with a desire for extensive gardens. […]

Western U.S. states are experiencing the worst drought in the past century. Figures released by the U.S Drought Monitor show that 93% of the land in seven Western states is under drought. Further, about 59% of the land is experiencing extreme or exceptional drought. These figures are the worst conditions recorded in the past 100 years. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Before this year, the standing figure for the amount of Western land in extreme or exceptional drought was 43%, set in 2003. The extreme drought conditions experienced this year in Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Washington, Oregon and most parts […]

On Monday night, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued an order to close several beaches along Santa Monica Bay following a raw sewage spillover on Sunday. An estimated 17 million gallons of untreated sewage were discharged into the water after the Hyperion Water Reclamation sewage treatment plant experienced a power outage. Treatment plant officials said they had to release 6% of the plant’s daily load to avoid an even bigger problem. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The spill lasted for over eight hours and led to the closure of all public beaches within the affected area, including El Segundo […]

The year 2020 stands out as the year of the pandemic, and inasmuch, many people took advantage of opportunities to follow their dreams. Barcelona brand Osokoa stands as an example of how passion and determination gave birth to a longstanding vision of producing a premium, organic clothing line for children. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The company describes itself as an “emotion brand”, a label it proudly wears in its gender-neutral clothing made from certified organic cotton. “Emotions and hopes go hand in hand. We make dreams in cotton, design smiles from the heart and bring together concepts in a way of […]

A previously industrial area in the southern part of Milan has a long-term plan for renewed development. Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel (ACPV) is putting the finishing touches on a building in the area that not only honors sustainable practices but aims to create a uniquely healthy environment for employees, too. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Dubbed Building D, the office building is the second to be completed in the Symbiosis business district in Milan, Italy. Investment real estate firm Covivio is the client behind the project and works under the mission to “Build sustainable relationships and wellbeing.” With this in […]

How many people wish they had their own little retreat? Studio Puisto has developed a new, modular accommodation that it believes would make it easier for people to open a small, sustainable resort anywhere. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The Helsinki-based architecture firm designed its new, prefab units in collaboration with nature tourism entrepreneur Kari Vainio and installed the first prototype in the forest of Hyvinkää, Finland. One U-shaped, 1,205-square-foot Uni Villa, as the design is called, consists of two studio units along with a larger suite. Each unit comes with a keyless check-in system and readymade furniture. Uni means […]

The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (U.N. CBD) has set out a plan to reverse ecological destruction, cut down extinction rates and promote human coexistence with nature. The plan will also protect at least 30% of the world’s oceans and land to achieve significant climate crisis mitigation by 2030.  Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The latest draft arrived after extensive financial and scientific negotiations in May and June. The draft considers science, financial implications and nature conservation. However, it is still subject to scrutiny by governments and decision-makers before the U.N. summit to be held in Kunming China. The summit has […]

A new study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science shows that dragonflies are losing key features due to climate change. The study has established that global warming is causing male dragonflies to lose their color, a feature used to attract mates. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The study was lead and co-authored by Michael Moore, an evolutionary biologist at Washington University in St. Louis. In the study, researchers analyzed over 300 dragonfly species from across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. They also cross-referenced wing colors between about 2,700 individual dragonflies from different locations and climates. It was found that […]

A design proposal for a series of tropical islands has just won the Helsinki Energy Challenge. The goal of this contest is to decarbonize heating systems in the capital city by 2030. Projects like Hot Heart by Carlo Ratti Associati are going to make that happen. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Hot Heart is a series of islands that store thermal energy and can support tropical forest ecosystems from all over the world. The islands are actually 10 basins that are cylindrical in shape. Each measures almost 740 feet in diameter. The basins serve as hot water reservoirs that are […]

Located in the National Capital Region of Delhi, India, the Cantilever House by Zero Energy Design (ZED) Lab features a geometric design that focuses on energy efficiency and traditional architectural elements in response to the harsh North Indian climate. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The client is an outdoor-lover who wanted to take advantage of the natural surroundings without jeopardizing the environmental elements with high-impact construction methods. Related: Ekodome’s Geodesic Dome Kits turn into popup shelters or greenhouses “The primary challenge was to design the frame with judicious use of steel for economic viability, given that the cantilevers form a […]

If you want to beautify your yard while simultaneously doing your little part to save the world, consider planting a pollinator garden. Even a small outdoor space can make a difference to bees, butterflies and other important pollinators. Most types of flowering plants require pollination. While wind and water are responsible for pollinating some plants, and a few are even self-pollinating, the vast majority depend on little mobile creatures. The act of a bee or other critter transferring pollen from one flower to another of the same species produces fertile seeds. Related: Biking with Butterflies: an interview with adventurer Sara Dykman […]

Giant pandas are no longer endangered, according to an announcement made by the Chinese government. The number of pandas in the wild in China has reached 1,800; this doesn’t include those in captivity or protected shelters. Consequently, the animals are no longer endangered, but are still vulnerable. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos In 2016, the International Union for Nature Conservation removed giant pandas from the endangered species list, classifying them as vulnerable. China has now followed suit, due to an increase in giant panda numbers in the country. Related: Panda conservation efforts lead to unexpected losses In a statement, Cui […]

Governor Gavin Newsom has placed 50 of California’s 58 counties under a drought emergency order, and the number may grow. The latest to join the order are those located north of the Tehachapi mountains. This includes Marin, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Inyo, Santa Barbara and Santa Clara counties. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “Those are the effects of climate change. It’s here, and it’s human-induced,” Newsom said, as reported by ABC. “I think in the state of California, we’ve moved beyond the debate and are moving toward finding a solution.” Related: California farmers find ways to work with less water Instead of mandating […]

The plastic crisis starts with petroleum-based products, is facilitated by consumer consumption and expands to pollution of the land and water. Plastic never completely goes away, and microplastics are now found in nearly every animal and plant on the planet. The beauty industry is a major contributor to this issue, thanks to excessive plastic packaging for deodorant, makeup, skincare and more, not to mention many of these products can only be used for a short period of time. Meejee, a skincare company that acknowledges the problem, aims to be part of the solution. Meejee reported, “Within the beauty industry, there have […]

Aiming to put an end to ocean plastics while creating income opportunities for those who collect it, Australia-based company For Purpose Recycling is launching a unisex utility belt made of recycled ocean plastic collected from beaches of Indonesia. Each belt funds the prevention of 10 kilograms worth of plastic waste from entering the ocean (the equivalent of 50,000 single-use plastic bags), all while improving the lives of local community members. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos How does the business model work? The company builds cost-effective waste collection points within Indonesian coastal communities that lack access to basic waste services, giving […]

Some farmers are turning to carbon capture to make cash outside of traditional farming practices. A new Senate bill could help attract even more farmers to these programs. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos One farmer taking part in carbon capture programs is Kelly Garrett, a western Iowa farmer who runs a 7,000-acre farm. Traditionally, Garrett has farmed corn and soybeans, but he began incorporating carbon-sequestering processes for income last year. Since contacting Nori, a carbon-market broker, Garrett has earned $150,000 through carbon capture in his soil. Although Garrett’s farm was already ripe for carbon harvesting when he started, it’s difficult […]

WASP is partnering with HONDA R&D Europe, a global branch of the well-recognized motor company, in a project it hopes will revolutionize the motorcycle industry’s sustainable design processes. The new concept is called Additive Manufacturing, and it will be at the forefront of a new 3D-printed motorcycle project that will combine 3D printing with hand-finished design. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos WASP (which stands for World’s Advanced Saving Project) is an Italy-based company that specializes in designing and producing 3D printers. The company was inspired by the Potter wasp, an insect that uses materials from its surrounding environment to construct its nests. […]

Several scientists working with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have raised concerns over disregard for scientific data by the organization. Through Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER), four EPA scientists have filed a formal complaint with the organization’s Office of the Inspector General requesting an investigation. The complaint states that high-level employees at the EPA regularly alter vital information or delete it entirely to give a sanitized impression of toxicity and pollution. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The group has also written to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform’s Subcommittee on Environment asking lawmakers to investigate the trend. According to PEER, […]

The University of Washington will soon welcome the brand-new Hans Rosling Center for Population Health, a modern and stunning facility that will serve as a major hub for the campus. The 300,000-square-foot building was designed by the Miller Hull Partnership to provide space for researchers, students and faculty to work and study together. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos In 2016, the University of Washington announced its Population Health Initiative. This program is designed to address population health around the world from multiple angles. The university hopes the Hans Rosling Center will bolster this initiative by facilitating education and research. Related: […]

Three bedrooms and a view of the Southern Alps that pulls the eye endlessly into the horizon — that’s the defining essence of the Wanaka Wedge House, located on New Zealand’s South Island. Yet there is much more to this build than the expansive surrounding landscape. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos From the outside, the striking architecture highlights geometric elements in its triangular wedge shape and asymmetric windows. The exterior is clad in corrugated metal to match typical contemporary New Zealand architecture. All colors were planned in accordance to limits on albedo and hue. In contrast, the interior is wrapped in […]

Designed by Studio Floris Schoonderbeek, the Groundfridge refrigerated cellar uses the soil’s natural insulation as a cooling system for sustainable food and wine storage. It serves as an alternative to common refrigerated cellars that suck energy and result in high utility bills. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The Groundfridge requires no electricity, instead using natural insulation and a battery-powered ventilation system. A spherical structure is dug into the earth and covered with the excavated soil from the new location so that only the main opening is visible aboveground. The insulating capacity combines with the natural coldness of the ground, while […]

The recent heatwave that swept the West Coast of the U.S. and Canada claimed many human casualties, including at least 486 sudden deaths in British Columbia. But when the thermometer reached an unprecedented 121 degrees in Lytton, B.C., a less-heralded heat-related tragedy was happening on the coast as a billion sea creatures roasted to death. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Christopher Harley noticed a putrid odor at Kitsilano Beach in Vancouver during the heatwave. The University of British Columbia marine ecologist followed his nose to find dead intertidal animals strewn across rocks on the beach. Harley and fellow researchers then checked […]

Up to a third of Wisconsin’s gray wolves may have been killed following their removal from the endangered species list. A University of Wisconsin-Madison study estimates that 313 to 323 wolves were likely killed by humans between April 2020 and April 2021. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos In Wisconsin, locals can hunt the gray wolves between November and February when there is no federal prohibition. Early this year, wildlife officials in the state were forced to end legal hunting in just three days after hunters killed 216 wolves in 60 hours. The figure shocked conservationists, as it passed the set limit of […]

From nat-2, a German footwear designer immersed in sustainable and eco-friendly design, we meet the vegan recycled bubble wrap sneakers. Yes, bubble wrap. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The new vegan recycled bubble wrap sneakers were designed in collaboration with Israeli startup Remeant, and this is the first time the bubble wrap material has been used in shoes. The innovative material not only keeps bubble wrap out of the landfill, but it is 100% vegan and is available in a range of colors. Related: nat-2 creates a completely vegan sneaker made from coffee The inclusion of recycled bubble wrap provides […]

“Imagine the beauty of humanity living in harmony with nature.” This is the goal behind the ongoing work to raise the bar of sustainability in architecture at The Center for Sustainable Landscapes (CSL) and other projects at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The conservatory offers a closed-circle campus that, over the course of a year, produces more energy than it consumes through a combination of geothermal and wind systems along with solar panels. In fact, it ranks as the most energy-efficient conservatory in the world. It achieves this title through effective use […]

The Danish idea of hygge brings “a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.” Why wouldn’t you want to have more of that in your life? At KAJ Hotel, you can. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Kaj is a traditional Danish name that also means ‘quay’ or ‘wharf’. The name and the association with hygge are appropriate in the rental that is not a hotel or a houseboat but a memorable lodging on the harbor in central Copenhagen, Denmark. It provides a unique visitor experience as a one-room boathouse and tiny home. It […]

It takes a lot to start a fire in the ocean. After all, water usually extinguishes flames. But as Pemex demonstrated last week in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, the right set of conditions — a leak in a gas pipeline plus an electrical storm — can set the ocean on fire and be very difficult to extinguish. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos 🚨 Sobre el incendio registrado en aguas del Golfo de México, en la Sonda de Campeche, a unos metros de la plataforma Ku-Charly (dentro del Activo Integral de Producción Ku Maloob Zaap) Tres barcos han apoyado para sofocar las llamas pic.twitter.com/thIOl8PLQo […]

President Biden made big promises about a new, green infrastructure plan that would mitigate the effects of climate change. But just six months into his presidency, White House negotiators are already making a deal with senators to backpedal on the big changes necessary to attain climate goals. The new bipartisan deal is going to drastically slow down the transition to a green economy — making it way too slow, according to activists. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos For example, instead of Biden’s proposed $174 billion for developing the electric vehicle market, the new plan allocates $15 billion to electric vehicle infrastructure. Many people aren’t […]

“This House Never Ends” is a sustainable renovation project located in Melbourne, Australia and designed by Steffen Welsch Architects. The project created additional space in an existing building and added visual contrast with a unique combination of textures and colors. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Building next to the existing home, a structure that was historic and Edwardian in nature, the designers let the neighborhood’s eclectic vibe inspire the renovation. The building was stretched over the entire length of the site, rotated 45 degrees and pulled apart to create a sequence of interconnected spaces. Related: Residential building from the ’60s […]

A new collection from toy company Mattel is using Barbie to engage children in supporting a greener future. The Barbie Loves the Ocean line includes three fashion dolls, a playset and accessories made from 90% recycled ocean-bound plastic parts sourced within 50 kilometers of waterways in areas that are lacking formal waste collection systems. In addition, Mattel launched its toy takeback program, PlayBack, which is designed to recover and reuse plastic materials from old toys. Part of the campaign also includes a goal to achieve 95% recycled or Forest Stewardship Council-certified paper and wood materials for the company’s packaging by the […]

They say everything old can be new again. This renovation project, dubbed the Campo Alegre Apartment, completely captures that very sentiment. When you see this modern apartment’s beautiful views, lovely flooring and open layout, you won’t believe it’s part of a housing building constructed in the early 1970s. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Rather than building brand-new places, many architects are finding creative ways to reuse and repurpose existing structures. This approach is not only practical but sustainable, too. For example, this project reused existing materials to give this apartment in Portugal an energy-efficient makeover. Related: Residential building from the […]

Everybody says things in private they wouldn’t want publicly broadcast. But when you’re in a very public role, you need to watch what you say carefully, as Exxon Mobil lobbyist Keith McCoy was reminded this week when his indiscreet comments went viral. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Greenpeace released video clips of McCoy talking to undercover activists posing as job recruiters. McCoy discussed his lobbying strategies, such as working with “shadow groups” and trying to influence senators to oppose climate elements of President Biden’s infrastructure overhaul. He boasted that he talked to West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin’s office every week, […]

A California-based couple, Jeffrey Walter and Jonetta Nordberg-Walter, face a fine of $18,000 after uprooting 36 Joshua trees to build a new house. The couple was fined after an anonymous neighbor sent a tip to the California Fish and Wildlife Department. The neighbor is said to have witnessed the trees being bulldozed and buried during the construction of the new home. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos According to California Fish and Wildlife Department officials, the neighbor had warned the Morongo Basin couple about the consequences of bulldozing the trees, but the couple ignored the warning. Joshua trees are protected in […]

South America is often depicted as a lush landscape full of diverse ecosystems. And once, Colombia was like that. But today, mining, deforestation, extensive cattle ranching and draining of the wetlands in favor of urban development have threatened the country’s ecosystems and devastated the natural landscape. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos A project named El Tropicario seeks to raise awareness of these environmental problems and create a space where native plant life can be studied and preserved. The project seeks to conserve wax palms, Colombia’s national tree, among achieving other goals. The wax palms that are native to Colombia live […]

Great architectural design melds the needs of the inhabitants with the surrounding landscape. In the case of Casa da Preguiça (Sloth’s House), that means providing an escape for a large family while presenting the best opportunities to immerse the residents in nature and view the prevalent sloths in the area. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Casa da Preguiça, located in the lush Atlantic Forest in Iporanga, São Paulo in Brazil, is designed by Nautilo Arquitetura & Gerenciamento. The building is camouflaged on just over 0.3 acres. Related: Luxurious eco-resort overlooks Sri Lankan’s most famous wildlife park In order to maintain […]

The world is indeed lucky when our most brilliant minds choose to work for the common good, rather than chasing money or becoming master criminals. So Inhabitat wants to thank young Ryan Honary for his work on an early detection system for wildfires. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Sickened by the losses people sustained in the 2018 Camp Fire, California’s deadliest wildfire, Honary turned his attention to how to mitigate future disasters. In 2019, Honary won the $10,000 grand prize in the Ignite Innovation Student Challenge for his Early Wildfire Detection Network submission, which provides app technology to firefighters. He […]

If you’re not familiar with the term, placemaking is an idea that is sliding into the central focus spot when it comes to urban planning. It’s a people-centered approach to planning the usage of public spaces and was essential in developing the now permanent Precollinear Park in the center of Corso Gabetti and Ponte Regina Margherita in Turin, Italy. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Even before the pandemic upended life in Italy, the strip of space was mostly abandoned. It previously hosted a tramline that experienced a few evolutions before crossing the route off the schedule, leaving the bridge with […]

This seemingly small, shingle-covered home in Melbourne, Australia may not look like a sustainable powerhouse, but in reality it is generating 100kwh of energy per day with a 26kwh Tesla battery. This number stands out compared to the 19kwh of energy the average Australian house uses per day. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Known as the Garden House, the modern abode has an impressive set of sustainability features. In addition to its 17kW solar panels that face north, east and west to maximize solar output throughout the day, it also boasts a 15,000-liter rainwater tank stored under the garage for use in the toilets […]

The Toranomon-Azabudai Project, a collaboration between several design firms, is a modern urban village built with nature and humans at its core and business on the perimeter. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos This multipurpose development in the heart of Tokyo is filled with lush green spaces and gathering areas. With an open outdoor floor plan, the design includes offices, residences, a hotel, an international school, retail shops, restaurants and cultural facilities. It will provide space for work, learning, recreation, interaction and relaxation. Related: Winning designs unveiled for the sustainable redesign of Saratov The Toranomon-Azabudai Project is a revamp of a […]

A proposal to repurpose the bridge connecting Iowa and Illinois across the Mississippi River into a national park and wildlife crossing has gained traction. Headed by the Bison Bridge Foundation, the proposal seeks to turn the commuter bridge into a wildlife-crossing pathway, allowing the animals to roam freely between Iowa and Illinois. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The proposal, which was officially unveiled to the public on March 18, 2021, has already attracted over 27,000 signatures out of the 50,000 signatures needed. Supporters are lobbying locals to back the project in a bid to stop the demolition of the bridge, […]

Visitors to the Galapagos Islands learn about the island’s fragile ecosystem and the need to protect the lives of its endemic animals. But not every animal life is sacrosanct on these islands just 600 miles off Ecuador’s west coast. Certain rodents that start with pointy snouts and end with skinny, sparsely-haired tails are not welcome. Now, thanks to drone technology, rats have been eradicated from the Galapagos. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Rats first hitched a ride to the Galapagos on ships visiting in the 19th and 20th centuries. Winding up in a place where they faced no natural predators was like […]

For those who enjoy yachting, there’s nothing better than long stretches of propulsion across the water while you take in the sea and scenery. Except perhaps if you get to experience the newest Sunreef 80 Eco, an electric luxury ride that’s silent and sustainable. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Sunreef Yachts developed a thin, highly efficient solar cell system that mounts completely flush to all surfaces of the boat, including masts, hull sides and bimini tops. The expected capacity of the system is 34 kWp energy, which is stored in ultralight lithium batteries until needed. Related: Isaac Burrough unveils solar-powered […]

Traditional construction, home improvement and interior design are fraught with waste, chemicals and carbon release. But they don’t have to be. Erica Reiner, an eco-friendly interior designer in Los Angeles and founder of Eco Method Interiors, has built her business around creating beautiful, welcoming spaces that are healthy for people and the planet. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Reiner brings an interesting background to the profession, with educational and practical experience in interior decorating as well as a degree in environmental science and a Master’s of Marine Science and Management. At first, Reiner says she kept the two practices separate until […]

Interior design is a culmination of many things, not the least of which is culture. Mix in the desire for sustainable, fair-trade textiles and other decorations that are made from non-toxic materials and you’ll find a Colombian company called Verdi, rich in history yet innovative in design. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Verdi began in 1995 when Carlos Vera Dieppa began exploring techniques to make unique rugs and later developed his own looms. Following his death, his son and daughter took the torch and launched Verdi in his name (VERa DIeppa). The company now specializes in fique and metal rugs, […]

A new study published in the journal Scientific Reports has found that young harpy eagles are dying in the Amazon due to deforestation. The harpy eagle, one of the world’s largest eagles, has almost “zero” chances of surviving if Amazon deforestation continues. The study has established that harpy eagles are dying of starvation in areas where significant deforestation has occurred. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The Amazon is the last remaining hope for the survival of harpy eagles, with almost 90% of the birds currently residing there. The study warns that the geographical range of the eagle is continuously being limited […]

The U.S. has long prized personal rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of sparkly stuff to set on fire come the Fourth of July. But this year, fire chiefs in some cities across the West Coast are saying no to fireworks. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Excessively hot and dry conditions plus amateur pyrotechnics equals a terrifying wildfire season for western states. Fireworks have started major wildfires in the past, including the 2017 Eagle Creek fire outside Portland, which was started by a 15-year-old boy and burned 50,000 acres. A 2020 gender reveal party in California started a wildfire that killed a firefighter. […]

Development company Palari Group and construction technology company Mighty Buildings are teaming up to create the world’s first net-zero, 3D-printed neighborhood using robotic automation. Located in Rancho Mirage, California in Coachella Valley, the community will feature 15 homes on a 5-acre parcel of land. The homes will feature solar panels, weather-resistant materials and minimally invasive environmental impacts for eco-friendly homeowners. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “We could not be more excited for this groundbreaking collaboration with Palari, and to be a part of the creation of the world’s first 3D-printed zero net energy community,” said Alexey Dubov, co-founder and COO […]

When visiting Fayetteville, West Virginia, I didn’t expect to deliberate over vegan menu options. I figured I’d be lucky to get a bag of peanuts or maybe a KIND bar. But at the Arrowhead Bike Farm, I found vegan barbacoa tacos and more — a big outdoor space featuring picnic tables, a campground, goats, a pump track to practice your mountain biking skills and a community of outdoor adventurers. The bike farm started in 2015 with, appropriately enough, a bike shop and rental outlet, then quickly expanded. “I saw that the property was for sale and the proximity to the new (and at […]

Holly Water cabin has been designed to help its owners diversify their farmland and increase local biodiversity via rewilding. The rustic structure is built from local materials, using natural building techniques. It feels both humble and luxurious, inviting occupants to connect with the landscape, local plants and animals. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos You may think of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, England as a wilderness area. Certainly, it boasts a sweeping moorland landscape and rugged granite outcrops. However, farming has been the main land use in Dartmoor for thousands of years. Today, over 90% of the land within the […]

Leading supermarkets in Colombia are stocking and selling beef that may be produced illegally in protected nature areas. Such beef contributes to deforestation. According to the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA), there are known links between protected ecosystems, cattle ranches and the supply chain behind the beef sold in Colombia. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos A look at data provided by the Colombian Agricultural Institute (ICA) shows that there are well-established ranchers operating in Chiribiquete National Park. The ICA is in charge of vaccinating all herds of cattle in Colombia, whether they live in protected areas or not. The agency records […]

As anybody who has ever sat under a tree has noticed, these tall, leafy plants provide shade. But what about people who live in neighborhoods without a heat-blocking tree canopy? They’re going to be a lot hotter and could possibly face worse health outcomes. A new study is raising awareness of shade disparity. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Trees aren’t evenly distributed through neighborhoods. Poorer areas of cities, especially those where communities of color live, are often tree-deprived. This new report concludes that people need to plant 30 million more trees in urban areas of the U.S. in order to […]

If you enjoyed building forts as a kid, you’re going to love the modular design of the Ekodome Geodesic Dome Kits, which provide options for a versatile dome with endless possibilities. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The Geodesic Dome Kits are made by Ekodome, a company based in Brooklyn, New York City. The concept is simple with an aluminum frame that you put together, DIY-style. It’s made with high-quality, durable materials for a long lifecycle. Supplies include the aluminum hub and hub caps with EPDM seal on, aluminum struts and caps both equipped with TPE SEBS seals and stainless steel […]

Google is seemingly everywhere, yet it considers the San José, California area home. Inasmuch, the company has been in the planning stages to develop an 80-acre campus since 2017, and discussions have been in the works between the city, the citizens and the company. Recently, the San José City Council gave the go-ahead for Google to pursue its San José Downtown West Mixed-Use Plan, which is set to be the largest multi-modal transit hub on the West Coast. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The lead designer on the project, SITELAB Urban Studio, created a concept that is an extension of […]

The latest heat waves are concerning for birds, whose eggs could be damaged from the skyrocketing temperatures. When extremely higher-than-normal temperatures occur in a region and prevail for several days, there is a possibility that bird eggs may not be able to incubate. Scientists are warning that such instances may drive vulnerable bird species out of existence. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos According to a study, a heat wave during the peak of Australia’s summer in February 2017 saw almost all zebra finch eggs fail to incubate. The maximum air temperature stayed above 40°C (104°F) for eight days straight. Ideally, […]

The winners of the 2021 Skyscraper Competition organized by eVolo Magazine have been announced. The awards, granted annually since the beginning of the competition in 2006, are based on exceptional innovative plans in skyscraper design. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The Skyscraper Competition is a top-bar award for high-rise design and represents forward thinking in technology, material selection, programs, aesthetics and spatial organization. Winning designs challenge current understanding of vertical architecture and its connection to the surrounding environmental and human-built elements, as well as the citizens of the city.  Related: “Carbon-absorbing” vertical forest skyscraper nears completion in Taipei The 2021 […]

According to Metsä Wood, construction creates an estimated 30% of all CO2 emissions and uses up to 50% of the world’s resources. The standard use of concrete is cost-effective, but it produces a high amount of carbon dioxide. Wood is the best environmental choice because of its capacity to capture carbon. However, innovations haven’t yet found a way to make wood work for every application. So, a Finnish company created a hybrid sandwich wall element that replaces half the required concrete for more sustainable construction practices.  Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “Around 1 million square metres of concrete wall elements are produced annually […]

Architecture takes all forms, representing culture, history, function and innovation. Some structures incorporate them all, like the in-process Solar Trees Marketplace currently under construction in the Minhang district, not far from Shanghai, China. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The project, led by Koichi Takada Architects, is a mixed-use development intended to serve as a gateway to the new Shanghai Tian An Caobao Road Area Residential Masterplan by Tian An China. Related: DMAA designs Residential Greenhouse in Germany Developers wanted this transition area to represent nature, so they found inspiration in the forest. The result is a canopy of 32 human-made […]

Canadian fashion brand Canada Goose has announced that it will be ending the use of fur in its products by the end of 2022. As one major fashion brand still manufacturing products using animal fur and feathers, the company has been under immense pressure to stop the practice. In a statement, Canada Goose has announced that it will be ending purchases of fur by the end of this year and will stop manufacturing fur products by the end of next year. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos Barbara Cartwright, the chief executive of Humane Canada, has welcomed the move, saying that […]

Gloria Majiga-Kamoto was named one of six 2021 Goldman Environmental Prize winners last week. The Malawian NGO worker has waged a war against single-use plastics and the problems they are causing her country. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos When she was a girl, single-use plastic wasn’t so commonly used, said Majiga-Kamoto, who is 30 years old. “I remember back in the day when we’d go to the market and buy things like fish, like dried fish, you’d get it in newspapers,” she said, as reported by NPR. But over the last 10 or so years, new manufacturers in the landlocked […]

It is a project that has taken years, but the eye-popping new Science and Engineering Complex at Harvard University has recently been completed. This is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to research and study with wet and dry laboratory spaces, offices and more. The Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) will be a space to achieve more understanding in the fields of materials science, computer science, bioengineering, robotics, mechanical engineering and other disciplines. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The SEC is right across the Charles River from Harvard’s historic Cambridge campus and is part of the Allston campus. This impressive building has […]

The construction industry is responsible for a massive portion of carbon emissions and waste on the planet. It’s part of the reason tiny houses have become ragingly popular as a type of dwelling that presents a reduced environmental impact. A new micro-home design by UOOU Studio aligns with the same philosophy and adds in versatility and sustainable features to round out the appeal. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The UOOU Micro-home is a concept meant to serve the needs for an office, temporary housing, guest house, vacation home or relaxation space. It’s prefabricated for minimal site impact and waste while […]

How many tubes of toothpaste do you think you’ve used in your life? Think of a number. Now, think of the fact that it takes the average tube of toothpaste 500 years to break down. When you factor in all the tubes you’ve used and all the tubes everyone else you know has used, it adds up to an environmental nightmare. But what if those pesky toothpaste tubes were made of something biodegradable? Every year, 1.5 billion tubes of toothpaste go into landfills. It will take each and every single one of those tubes 500 years to break down. But this […]

The United Kingdom plans to ban the captivity of elephants in zoos and safaris. The Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill, which is expected to pass later this year, seeks to protect captive animals from unnatural treatment. Introduced by environment minister Zac Goldsmith, the bill cites that elephants are highly social animals, and the zoo environment negatively impacts their lives. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos A report about the welfare of elephants in captivity has been prepared, showing that it is not possible to satisfy the needs of such highly social animals in captivity. The report has identified that elephants already […]

Fueling and maintaining electric vehicles is about 40% cheaper than maintaining gasoline vehicles, according to a recent study by the U.S. Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. The latest government study offers official proof that electric vehicles are cheaper to maintain than other vehicles, including hybrids. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The U.S. government operates the largest fleet of electric vehicles in the world, giving it plenty of data on maintenance and fueling. In the study, the government found that it spends less on maintenance on EVs, owing to the fewer parts in electric engines as compared to gasoline ones. […]