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Food

From vegan to omnivore: eating better for the planet

When it comes to climate change, we know what needs to be done. Now we just have to do it. In Jonathan Saffron Foer’s recent collection of essays, "We Are the Weather: Saving the Planet Before Breakfast," he argues the best thing we can do as individuals to save the planet is to stop eating animal products...
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Homes

These Costa Rica villas embody the lush spirit of the jungle

Located in the hills near Uvita town in Costa Rica, Achioté is a residential space by Formafatal. The project features two villas located 300 meters above sea level that cantilever off the hill for views of the beautiful Pacific Ocean from the lush, jungle landscape. The Achioté villas are designed...
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Technological Advancements

Incredible new solar cells are thinner than human hair

The currently used modern solar panel has been around for over 70 years, however, their basic design has been the same all this while. Nevertheless, solar panels' efficiency has significantly improved over the years. With the emergence of nanotechnology, scientists have been working to advance its design and capabilities.  Towards...
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Homes

New cabins on a cliff edge have bold designs

The scientists have weighed in and the data is pretty scary. If humans are going to continue living on planet Earth, humans are going to have to take much, much better care of planet Earth. So in a modern era where humans need to learn to live with nature, building design matters more than ever. The Bolder Project...
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Lifestyle

Brightly makes it easy to find earth-friendly products

“Sometimes living sustainably feels like the ultimate challenge. Whether you're looking for planet-friendly product swaps or trying to give yourself a lesson in Composting 101, there’s never been an all-encompassing destination that takes the eco-anxiety out of the equation – until now,” according to Brightly's...
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Alternative Sources

Can compressed air batteries power the clean energy revolution?

California is exploring a unique type of battery to help power the clean energy revolution: compressed air batteries. This underground $1 billion battery is a giant, clean energy generator that could change the game for sustainable renewables. Why a new type of battery? Compressed air batteries can help store...
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Sustainable Living

Let's debunk five greenwashed products you should know about

Greenwashing can pull the shade over even the most trained eye. With a larger marketing budget and greater fan base, many big brands have begun producing products that appear to be sustainable. However, these brands continue to package their “green” products in plastic. Some continue to produce products with...

Greenwashing can pull the shade over even the most trained eye. With a larger marketing budget and greater fan base, many big brands have begun...
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Business

Tesla invested $770 million to expand their Texas factory

Tesla is getting comfortable with Texas being home. January 2023 filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration show that Tesla is planning to invest over $770 million on construction of factory facilities in the state. These facilities will be designed for battery cell testing and manufacturing,...

Tesla is getting comfortable with Texas being home. January 2023 filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration show that Tesla...
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Technology

This water filter system can remove nearly all microplastics

Microplastics have been detected almost everywhere on Earth, from the deep oceans to the poles to the highest mountain peaks, and even inside the human body. As a result, microplastic pollution has become a growing source of concern, particularly threatening the ocean and its inhabitants. Cutting-edge solutions...

Microplastics have been detected almost everywhere on Earth, from the deep oceans to the poles to the highest mountain peaks, and even inside...
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Solar

New York solar program could change the game of clean energy

New York approved siting permits for 309 megawatts of new solar power. The New York State Office of Renewable Energy gave the siting permits to three new solar projects. The 90-MW Home Solar Energy Center is located in Cortland County, New York. A 119-MW project called Tracy Solar will be built in Jefferson County,...

New York approved siting permits for 309 megawatts of new solar power. The New York State Office of Renewable Energy gave the siting permits...
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Vegan

Nibble on the new vegan seafoods from Aqua Cultured Foods

One of the foods that people miss when they choose to switch to plant-based diets is sushi. However, Aqua Cultured Foods, a Chicago-based company, is looking to change this. They recently announced that they are in the process of developing a new facility that will allow for large-scale production of the world’s...

One of the foods that people miss when they choose to switch to plant-based diets is sushi. However, Aqua Cultured Foods, a Chicago-based company,...
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Clothing

Carve Designs apparel is made from 95% sustainable materials

Carve Designs is the result of a passion for outdoor activities coupled with a love of the environment. An apparel company and outdoor brand, it’s dedicated to designing clothing for active women, with an emphasis on finding and using sustainable materials.  The newest release from the company is a swimsuit...

Carve Designs is the result of a passion for outdoor activities coupled with a love of the environment. An apparel company and outdoor brand,...