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Scottish Passivhaus is full of light and delight

House on the Highlands wins the rural category in the UK Passivhaus Trust Awards.




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Why should autonomous vehicles look like cars? Why not hotel rooms?

The Autonomous Hotel Room from Aprilli Design Studio raises some interesting questions.




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Major shoe company says it won't buy Brazilian leather

Owner of Timberland, Vans, and Dickies says it needs assurance that materials used in its products "don't contribute to environmental harm."




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In New York, New LEED-Certified Hotel Opens with Free Bike Sharing and EV Charging Stations (Photos)

While the greenest vacation is often a staycation, it's nice to know that when you do travel, whether it be for business or pleasure, a hotel can meet you half way.




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Devastating Earthquake in Eastern Turkey Fails to Shake Ankara's Nuclear Plans

Reports that Turkey would reconsider its nuclear plans following a deadly earthquake in the eastern part of the country sounded too good to be true. They were.




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Parking Lots Kill Birds? Thousands Die in Utah Crash Landing

In Utah, birds plunge to their death after storms make parking lots look like ponds. Thwack. Another reason for less pavement?




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Shop class deserves a more prominent role in schools

Girls and boys have a lot to gain from learning to work with their hands




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This is the best way to clean mushrooms

Forget everything you've heard about how to clean mushrooms.




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The best way to roast butternut squash

Here's everything you need to know about roasting the iconic winter squash.




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8 fruits and vegetables you should try roasting whole

From cherries and cauliflower to grapes and pumpkins, wonderful things happen when you cook these foods whole.




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Why you should roast vegetables in a cast iron pan

You'll get a perfectly crispy, golden exterior.




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Two tricks for perfect mashed potatoes

Learn how to master the mashed potato with a few simple tweaks.




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Which sweet potatoes should you buy?

Confused by all the yam and sweet potato options? Learn what to expect in terms of flavor, textures, and best uses here.




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Mashed roasted sweet potatoes are the way to go

This may be the perfect way to serve sweet potatoes; it's easy, delicious, and beautiful to behold.




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Irish Rail says no more reusable cups on trains

Unless they're specially branded Keep Cups that reduce the likelihood of catering staff getting burned.




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British Labour Party Green Deal calls for zero carbon by 2030

Some question if it is even possible.




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The best movies and TV shows for every quarantine mood

Need a break from the news and bored of books? Here are some quality screen time suggestions of movies and TV shows that will (hopefully) take your mind off the pandemic.




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Ready Mix concrete industry attacks wood construction, says we should "Build with Strength"

The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) sends out a press release touting their recent political victory in Washington State, and their new promotional campaign, “Build with Strength.” Hilarity ensues.




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Should Billionaires Be Forced to Pay a 1% Tax for International Development?

A new UN report says that a 1% tax levies on the world's 1,225 billionaires would more than make up for the shortfall in development aid from governments.




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Clothing firms Joe Fresh and Primark to compensate victims of Bangladesh building collapse

Good for the Westons, owners of both, for doing the right thing by admitting their use of the factory and their willingness to help out.




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Wakati solar-powered food preserver keeps produce fresh longer in developing areas

The large solar-powered box will help farmers get more food to the market for selling.




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Should oral rehydration solution be next to the Band-Aids on your medicine shelf?

Trust the rock stars, or your doctor.




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New e-commerce site is a one-stop-shop for humanitarian aid products

The Level Market wants to make the procurement of humanitarian aid and development products as easy as shopping on Amazon.




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Responsible shopper marketing: Rewarding customers for doing the right thing

How do companies close the “green-gap” and turn consumer values into action?




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Shifting our gaze to improve the health of the world’s oceans

Why oceans, why now?




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Another reason to avoid free two-day shipping: they are shipping dog food by air

The carbon footprint of air freight is ten times that of truck freight; perhaps it's time for "slow shopping."




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All short-haul flights from Norway could be electric by 2040

When the heck did electric commercial flight become a realistic prospect?!




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Shark skin could carry the secrets to more efficient airplanes and wind turbines

Tiny scales along the animals' bodies improve the efficiency of their movements through water. These structures could do the same for aircraft.




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New report questions whether we should bring back supersonic transport

A number of companies are flying SST Trial balloons, but we should all pop them now.




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Why you should embark on a 'Depth Year' in 2019

Forget trying to broaden your horizons. Focus on deepening them instead.




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Artist's molded 3D paper sculptures show wildlife with personality (Video)

Influenced by realism and mythology, these impressive works impart a sense of wonder about the natural world.




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Artists can stay for free on this Swedish island

Sometimes you just need a bit of solitude and nature to get a project done.




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Should we just stop flying to conferences?

It really isn't necessary but it sure is a lot of fun and you learn a lot. I am conflicted.




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"Flight Shame" is actually changing the way people travel

Domestic flights in Sweden are declining and airport expansion plans are being reconsidered.




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I am flying to another conference and I know I shouldn't

The question of flight shaming keeps coming up, and there has been some significant pushback.




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6 companies that are showing generosity on Black Friday

If you must shop, do it from a company that's spreading the wealth.




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Reusable cup program comes to Victoria, British Columbia

The Canadian city is the latest to rethink disposal culture and insist on something better.




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How to improve the zero-waste shopping experience

A few tweaks by stores could make the process more efficient.




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US energy maps show energy infrastructure sitting in extreme weather's line of target

If a hurricane is headed your way, you surely have a lot on your mind. Knowing the energy infrastructure risks in your area may be one more thing to throw in there.




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Don't drill, baby, don't drill: Positive and negative impacts of the recent oil crash

A look at the fallout from the recent oil price crash.




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Anyone thirsty for some "Fukushima Water"?

The new energy drink that is taking Japan by storm!




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Pipeline that spilled 105,000 gallons of oil in California was only one in county without 'auto shut-off'

Why make exceptions like this?




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EU chemical industry REACHes the finish line

It's over. As of midnight on May 31st 2018, data on the hazards and risks of every chemical sold in Europe is available to ensure safety




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Ikea buys up 25% of German offshore wind farm

The Swedish furniture giant keeps ploughing ahead.




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Dreamy Danish holiday workshop village is entirely built from trash

Artist Thomas Dambo and his team of elves built this wonderful recycled village in Copenhagen where DIYers can make all of their gifts for free.




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Danish supermarket refused to sell popcorn containing fluorinated chemicals

Even though it took 6 months to find an alternative, Coop refused to stock microwave popcorn because of the health risks to customers.




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Danish dome-sheltered community center is built with wood

Designed to reduce construction waste and with energy efficiency in mind, this new community gathering spot strikes an unconventional pose.




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Have a great shower while saving water and energy with Flow Loop

Flow Loop introduces a new closed loop shower that will bring back one of life’s little pleasures: a long hot wet shower.




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Rock in a box with Arkitema Architects' shipping container housing project

Using shipping containers for housing near a Danish rock music museum makes sense, sort of.




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Water sports center is built from old shipping containers

The project in Denmark is a good object lesson.