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Why in the world would anyone want a computer-driven wooden nail gun?

Beck nails it again with the Automated Nailing Head.




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Halio electrochromic window goes from dark to clear in three minutes

This could be "a thermostat for the sun."




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What lies beneath: The Spinnanker foundation works like a tree

Who needs concrete when this foundation design will take the load?




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BuildingGreen top ten products of the year are not boring at all

I am beside myself with excitement over drywall and linoleum.




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Reduce embodied carbon with hemp insulation batts from NatureFibres

They should rename the town of Asbestos after this stuff.




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Smart modern milk box could solve the problem of porch pirates

The Danby Parcel Guard reduces the waste of stolen packages and multiple deliveries.




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Nobody has 3D printed a house in 24 hours

There is more to a house than just walls. Danish company COBOD tells the truth about it.




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There is no such thing as 'carbon-free aluminum'

Apple just bought its first load of greener aluminum. But you cannot call it carbon-free.




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49 percent of fires in homes start in the kitchen

I know what I am shopping for this weekend: Fire extinguishers.




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Farmers are buying old tractors and it is brilliant, here's why

Vintage tractors have become one of the hottest items at farm auctions – it's a trend that should be spread far and wide.




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Build your own face mask and shield from a soda bottle

Industrial designer Mark Sanders shows us all how.




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What's the carbon footprint of all our electronics?

It all adds up to a huge amount of electricity consumption and carbon emitted, both embodied and operating.




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This is the Settra Series, made from old plastic bottles

It's a duffel bag with various inserts that will keep you organized whenever you leave the house.




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This water bottle has a secret coffee cup inside

It's an ingenious design that means you'll never have to choose between the two again.




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7 ways to dispose of an old Christmas tree

There are lots of ways to put a tree to good use.




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Banana-destroying fungus has arrived in South America

Colombia has declared a state of emergency following discovery of Panama disease Tropical Race 4.




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Use Etsy to Find Local and Handcrafted Holiday Yoga Treats

My flame for the small-business and artisan supporting marketplace was re-kindled surfing the 263 items -- from mat bags, to hand-knit yoga socks, calming wall art and more -- made locally in Brooklyn alone.




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Unacceptable Chemical Levels Detected in Tests of Leather Gloves

If you think leather is "natural", think again. 15 of 17 gloves tested socred unsatisfactory or inadequate in tests for harmful chemicals.




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Can We All Join Grandmother Heidemarie Schwermer in Living Without Money?

In a documentary by Line Halvorsen, Schwermer invites everyone to join her cash-free lifestyle. What would happen if we all did that?




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Bow Ties Made of Recycled Rubbish for the Modern Man (Photos)

This man has a unique recycled bow tie to match every occasion.




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Upcycle Boring Glass Jars Into Beautiful Vases with Lace Vase

Empty jars and recycles are easily transformed into stunning vases with the Lace Vase attachment by Milk Design Shop.




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I AM. Yoga Mat Bag Weaves Function, Style and Social Change

I love any yoga accessory that positively integrates the law of karma.




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Digitally Printed Cowhide Rug Doesn't Require a Cow

This amazingly detailed cowhide rug is digitally printed. Get the rustic look for to tie a room together without the guilt.




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Zeal Releases Stylish Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil

Zeal Optics Releases Stylish, Sustainable Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil




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American Olympic Hopefuls Go for the Gold and the Green

Several American team members are involved in environmental issues, as well as Olympic ones.




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5 Colorful Fair Trade Holiday Gifts to Score on Fair Tuesday

Who needs Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Indego Africa gives #FairTuesday a fashionable and affordable twist with colorful jewelry, accessories, and holiday gifts.




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3 Insider Tips to Start Thrift-Store Shopping Now

Don't be intimidated by flea markets and thrift stores. Here are three easy ways to start finding affordable vintage fashion now.




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Photos capture beauty of water frozen in time

Photographer Corrie White has a skill for making water pose for the camera in amazing ways.




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Happy Father's Day. Here's an old gift guide for you.

We didn't do a gift guide this year, but we are big on recycling.




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Will a lionfish-patterned rash guard protect you from sharks?

This company seems to think there's a chance you'll be safer in the water if you look a teensy bit like a lionfish. We remain, um, skeptical.




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10 reasons why thrift stores are awesome

It's cheap, funky, and recycled. You really can't go wrong with second-hand shopping.




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Joe Fresh creator barely acknowledges Bangladeshi factory collapse during Toronto Fashion Week

Joe Mimran is more concerned with his flow of creative juices than the tragedy.




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Dear Kate wants you to ditch panty liners for good

This pretty underwear is another reuseable option for waste-free periods.




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Beautiful 'neo-vintage' posters promote U.S. national parks in the style of the 1930s!

National parks never go out of style, just like these retro posters.




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'Time flies as nature cries' and other lessons from Chainsaw Sculptures

A curious fund raiser unleashes chainsaws in the name of conservation.




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Denver fashion show features upcycled clothes

Don’t expect spotlights, airbrushing, waif-like models or a minimalist catwalk. The fashion show at PalletFest in Dever, featuring upcycled one-of-a-kind garments, was much more colorful and crafty.




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E-commerce platform No Sir promotes women designers, highlights inequality

With the aim of showcasing and selling products designed by women, No Sir also draws attention to gender inequality in the design profession.




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Exquisite jewelry made with living plants keeps growing

Elegant necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings are planted with hardy succulents and worn as jewelry.




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Ephemeral butterfly jewelry brilliantly imitates the real thing

No real butterflies were harmed in the making of these magical pieces that flutter and float with the wind.




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Intricate geek chic jewelry is made from recycled electronic circuit boards

The complex little patterns of old circuit boards are highlighted in this lovely handmade collection of jewelry for men and women.




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These backpacks are made from upcycled car seat belts & airbags

Airpaq's one-of-a-kind rucksacks are putting used car safety components back to work to help protect and haul your gear.




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How to live like a millionaire on an ordinary salary in sustainable style

What would you do if you had a million dollars?




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These eclectic jewelry pieces are cut from vintage ceramic plates

Bold and refined, these wearable works of art also allude to the object's unspoken history.




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Yes, you can be stylish in winter!

Slow fashion vlogger Alyssa Beltempo offers cold-weather styling tips.




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This lunch bag is disguised as a fabulous purse

No one will ever know that you're packing a healthy, homemade lunch.




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No, that luxury brand bag won't make you happier

In fact, it'll likely make you feel worse because it doesn't reflect who you truly are.




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10 ways to make your kitchen more green

Learn how to prepare food in an energy-efficient manner, use equipment made from sustainable materials, and dodge toxic chemicals with our "How To" guide




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Reusable bamboo cups can leach chemicals into your hot drink

Unless you want a dash of melamine or formaldehyde in your coffee, skip the bamboo cups.




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Kids' brains are wired for a different upbringing than what they're getting

Overprotective parenting is more than an annoyance; it's an evolutionary aberration.




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Vanuatu bans disposable diapers in fight against plastic

Parents will have to embrace the old-fashioned cloth diapering method. That's not a bad thing.