ul Your next shirt could be made from fruit and vegetable scraps By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Jul 2018 10:00:00 -0400 Circular Systems' innovative technology promises to transform food waste fibers into wearable fabric. Full Article Living
ul State of Missouri bans Agenda 21; What would Harry Truman Say? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Apr 2013 10:48:00 -0400 They are going to stop the UN from giving out free lawn mowers and blocking Walmarts. Full Article Business
ul Sustainable Development could be outlawed in Kansas By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:35:00 -0400 A bill is introduced that would make it illegal to "to promote, support, mandate, require, order, incentivize, advocate, plan for, participate in or implement sustainable development." Full Article Business
ul Quote of the day ties Agenda 21 to everything from Benghazi to Paula Deen By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Jul 2013 11:51:00 -0400 We learn that Agenda 21 is part of a much larger Mainstream Media plot to hide the UN takeover of the American government. Full Article Business
ul City of Toronto pulls great anti-littering campaign By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Aug 2014 11:53:43 -0400 But really, they should have seen this coming. Full Article Business
ul Now this is how to market the ultimate shared semi-autonomous vehicle By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Mar 2017 12:20:27 -0400 It already exists, is on the roads, and has its own flashy commerical Full Article Transportation
ul Banning cigarette ads worked; should we ban car ads? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Mar 2018 14:32:01 -0400 WARNING: Driving cars kills. Should companies be able to market them as speedy, sexy objects of desire? Full Article Transportation
ul NHTSA keeps blaming victims instead of regulating SUVs and pickups By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 14:59:04 -0500 Activists everywhere were outraged by their latest public service message. Full Article Transportation
ul Why we need fewer, smaller, lighter, slower cars: particulate pollution from brake wear is giving us "London Throat" By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 12:43:31 -0500 Got a froggy "city throat"? It might be from metal particles emitted from braking cars and trucks. Full Article Transportation
ul Nepal considers stricter rules for climbing Everest By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2019 12:00:00 -0400 An advisory panel says only experienced climbers should be allowed. Full Article Living
ul Could you travel without a smartphone? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2019 06:00:00 -0400 A new study asked 24 travellers to take this challenge and report back on their experiences. Full Article Living
ul New book, 'Feel the Wild,' is a beautiful love letter to nature By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Dec 2019 17:05:29 -0500 This is what happens when a solo wilderness explorer, who also happens to be a professional photographer, creates a book about nature. Full Article Living
ul Photography bans could be a deterrent for overtourism By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500 It would weed out the people who just want a picture from those who actually want to see a famous site. Full Article Living
ul 10 reasons why you should use public transport By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2019 06:00:00 -0400 Public transportation, while maybe not as enjoyable as commuting in your own personal vehicle, does ease congestion, reduce emissions. Need more convincing? Here's more info about public transportation. Full Article HTGG
ul What is the Greenest Insulation? The Case for Mineral Wool By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:44:27 -0500 Greg Lavardera throws another spanner in the works with a rant about the batts Full Article Design
ul Buying Bulk in Barcelona: When Tradition Meets Sustainability (Photos) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2012 06:22:33 -0500 In Barcelona, buying bulk is part of the city's history -- and visiting one of these historic shops is a unique olfactory experience. Full Article Living
ul Fisherman's home turned into ultra-modern 753 sq. ft. transformer apartment (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 18 May 2013 16:16:38 -0400 This small-but-dynamic, renovated apartment in Barcelona takes its design cues from boat design and hides some delightful surprises. Full Article Design
ul yök Casa + Cultura: Eco-renovation in Barcelona! By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2014 14:15:37 -0500 Follow the step-by-step eco-renovation of a 100-year-old Modernisme-style space into apartments in Barcelona. From upcycling to smart water-saving devices and insulating rooftop plants, yök Casa + Cultura is about sustainability and the local culture. Full Article Design
ul yök Casa + Cultura: (down)cycling old walls and preserving for the future By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2014 13:23:32 -0500 Recyclability is key at yök's eco-renovation. First, preserve everything we can, then recycle everything that has to go and lastly, make sure any new stuff is recyclable in the future. Full Article Design
ul yök Casa + Cultura: A+ certified low-VOC drywalls by Knauf By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Mar 2014 08:00:00 -0500 In the end it needs to work, fit the budget and be easy to install. To divide our spaces, we opted for low-VOC drywalls, locally made in Spain. That way, no floors or ceilings shall be harmed! Full Article Design
ul PEX over copper for the plumbing at yök Casa + Cultura By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 12:00:00 -0400 Copper is recyclable, but requires a lot of energy to do so. For our plumbing system, we opted for PEX, a crosslinked Polyethylene that is easy to install, non-toxic and long-lasting. Full Article Design
ul Mirror mirror on the wall, which is the eco-friendliest of them washbasins for yök Casa + Cultura? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Mar 2014 12:00:00 -0400 What is the best eco option- longlasting porcelain sinks, 100% recyclable, lightweight LDPE ones or second hand washbasins? Here's the story of how we chose the sinks for our non-hotel in Barcelona. Full Article Design
ul Wood fibres as insulation material for yök Casa + Cultura By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Apr 2014 09:00:00 -0400 I believe we made the right decision in choosing Isonat Flex, made of wood fibres, over mineral wool or cellulose to insulate our low-VOC drywalls. Here's how we made the decision. Full Article Design
ul All the details about yök Casa + Cultura’s office in Barcelona By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Jun 2014 10:41:32 -0400 We are still eco-renovating! Here is what we did to our office, a top floor space in the heart of Barcelona. Insulation, energy-saving devices and non-toxic, recycled materials are key. Full Article Design
ul Upcycled stools by designer Curro Claret and Arrels Fundació for yök Casa + Cultura By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Aug 2014 12:44:03 -0400 yök commissions upcycled stools by ex homess people and Curro Claret Full Article Design
ul Greening our bathrooms without sacrificing the experience of our guests at yök Casa + Cultura By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Aug 2014 12:30:27 -0400 At yök we do not only work hard to save energy, but also water. According to Airbnb, guests in Europe renting a home use 45% less water than when staying in a hotel. But there is more to a bathroom than saving water; materials also play an important role Full Article Design
ul How Astral Nature redesigns their bed to fit yök Casa + Cultura eco-criteria By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Aug 2014 13:42:10 -0400 Astral Nature has the perfect mattresses: all natural ingredients and locally made just outside Barcelona. However, at yök Casa + Cultura we also needed an eco base. Luckily, Astral made some changes to theirs. The result: green beds, such luxury! Full Article Design
ul Summing up yök Casa + Cultura with upcycled cardboard furniture, VOC-free paint and sustainable tourism By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Sep 2014 19:05:48 -0400 This is my last post about my current eco-venture in Barcelona: yök Casa + Cultura. We believe that good tourism is possible thanks to common sense, eco-design and working for People, Planet and Profit. Full Article Living
ul Snap: Colorful clamps turn found materials into DIY furniture (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 28 May 2015 12:36:29 -0400 These clever metal clamps can clip onto flat materials of any shape, allowing you to make your own furniture, wherever you go. Full Article Design
ul 3 more rules for sustainable tourism By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400 This is our chance to commit to new ways of moving around the planet. Full Article Living
ul Cutting U.S. meat consumption by half would reduce dietary emissions by 35% within decade By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400 The gains are even bigger when beef is targeted specifically. Full Article Living
ul This Tonke Fieldsleeper is truly a land yacht By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2019 15:38:38 -0400 It's got quality and technology and can go anywhere; this is a concept with legs. Full Article Design
ul Thoughtful tiny house in the woods cost under $14K to build By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 12:57:31 -0400 Two undergrads hatched an innovative plan to build this super eco-friendly cabin in the woods of Finland; Mother Nature approves.. Full Article Design
ul Genius tiny house has a full bath and sauna By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 12:59:41 -0400 With this tiny home on wheels, living with less doesn't mean abandoning pampering. Full Article Design
ul The Week in Pictures: Parisian Industrial Island to Become Green Cultural Hub, Elf-Powered Christmas Tree, and More By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:30:25 -0500 An island once home to a Renault car factory will be sustainably transformed. We also have a Christmas tree powered by jumping elves, a hydrogen-powered tractor, and more. Full Article Living
ul Multi Purpose, Flat Pack Aluminium Christmas Tree for the Ultimate Minimalist By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2012 07:00:00 -0500 Created by Argentine designer José Manuel Rebert Alarcon, the sleek alternative to a dead tree allows other uses during the year. Full Article Design
ul Beautiful South African Christmas tree is made of recycled materials By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Dec 2017 11:29:00 -0500 Every year, the town of Barrydale makes a magnificent tree using upcycled plastic, ribbons, and interactive lighting. Full Article Living
ul Ten years ago today: Natural gas could be as bad as oil and coal By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 10:51:12 -0400 A look back at when we started learning the truth about natural gas. Full Article Energy
ul Should every apartment or flat have a balcony? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:09:23 -0400 Maybe, but we need balconies done right. Full Article Design
ul European engineers' recommendation: Stop recirculating air in buildings By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 18:14:27 -0400 Almost every American office building and home has this. Full Article Design
ul Boulder embraces a radical solution to disposable coffee cups By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Nov 2018 09:23:00 -0500 Check out an insulated stainless steel mug for free, as you would a library book. Full Article Business
ul No, Italy's coffee culture does not need to modernize By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Jan 2019 12:07:00 -0500 The Washington Post has proposed the worst idea I've heard in a while. Full Article Living
ul To get to a circular economy we have to change not just the cup, but the culture By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Jan 2019 14:02:32 -0500 Single use plastic waste is a fundamental driver of a linear system that is hard to bend. Full Article Science
ul Canadian teens beg Tim Hortons to make 'Roll Up The Rim' contest less wasteful By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Feb 2019 11:58:00 -0500 Every year, people go crazy buying coffee and tossing the cups, in hopes of winning a prize. It's a ludicrously antiquated model. Full Article Business
ul Would a 25 cent charge for a disposable coffee cup make a difference? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Apr 2019 12:39:11 -0400 That's what they are doing in Berkeley, and it will spread. Full Article Design
ul How much coffee should you drink in a day? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Jun 2019 09:00:00 -0400 No more than six cups, new research says. Full Article Living
ul 25 things you should start adding to your compost pile By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 27 May 2019 10:00:00 -0400 If you’re to take composting to the next level, here’s a list of some less-common items that can also get tossed in your composting bin or tumbler. Full Article Living
ul Coastal flooding could cost $1 trillion by 2050, as Task Force warns to prepare for future storms By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2013 09:52:25 -0400 We've long known that sea level rise caused by global warming would threaten communities along the coasts, but a new study puts a startling figure on the potential damage. Meanwhile, the Hurricane Sandy Task Force releases a report. Full Article Science
ul Why you should be cautious about online shopping By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 07:00:00 -0500 Most returned items get thrown away or incinerated, not resold. Full Article Living
ul This new children's jacket is fully recyclable By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0500 The key to sustainable fashion lies in simplifying materials and design. Full Article Living