The air we breathe is one of the most critical elements of our existence, so it’s no surprise there’s concern over the quality of that air. Air pollution is the result of a combination of natural and human-made particulates that together create unhealthy, unpleasant air. The air quality experts at HouseFresh recently released “The World’s Best and Worst Towns and […]
The low-lying island nation of the Maldives is looking to alleviate a shortage of land and help protect against rising seas with a new land reclamation project. Van Oord, a Dutch firm specializing in land reclamation, will add 480 acres of land to the southern atoll city of Addu at a cost of roughly $147 million, with the land supporting […]
If you want to support a sustainable company doing good in the world, consider Eavolu. They are a loungewear clothing brand that does good beyond the production and packaging. Eavolu, along with a growing number of other companies, partners with organizations committed to environmental and social change. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos With each purchase of their premium loungewear, […]
Most people don’t like to think about flushing the toilet and having that same water come out of the tap. But as the California megadrought grinds on, Governor Gavin Newsom has become very enthusiastic about a new plan to render sewage water drinkable. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos “There’ll have never been a project like this in US history,” […]
Innovative solutions are essential for removing petroleum-based plastics from our daily life. Bevi, a bubbly, bottleless water dispenser for offices and commercial spaces, is dedicated to offering a variety of drink options, sans the plastic bottle. Bevi currently has two models of water dispensers. The Standup 2.0 is a floor model much like the size and shape of a traditional water […]
The Residence in the Garden of Rocks is located in the southern suburb of Kyiv, Ukraine along the canal. The client wanted the house to suit his family’s needs while showcasing his collection of modern sculptures. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The owner had already constructed the house’s shell when he asked the team at Palamarchuk Architects to assist […]
The ongoing drought in the U.S. West is expected to persist through this summer, raising the risk of water shortages and wildfires. While California, Arizona, and New Mexico are now facing the brunt of the drought, new research suggests that Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming will increasingly come to look like the Southwest as temperatures continue to rise. In its latest […]
The health of our planet depends on a rich and diverse ecosystem. That includes all types of plants and animals, in conjunction with humans. When the environment is in balance, everyone benefits. But when natural and human forces create an imbalance, the fragile ecosystem doesn’t always recover. Such is the case for dozens of endangered species that are in threat […]
They say it’s a picture that paints a thousand words. But if you look at a picture of the colorful cutting board and bowl from Material Kitchen, you won’t know most of the story. What you won’t see is the cutting board and bowl are entirely made from kitchen plastic scraps and renewable sugarcane. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos […]
The first carbon positive hotel in the U.S. is currently under construction in Denver, Colorado. Designed by environmental steward Urban Villages, it is called Populus. It is expected to open in late 2023. Continue reading below Our Featured Videos The 265-room hotel will offer everything visitors to the mile high city expect, including a rooftop restaurant and bar with 360 […]