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Valani launches debut collection of biodegradable clothing

New fashion house Valani has launched its debut collection of biodegradable separates and dresses inspired by "light...

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New net-zero LivingHomes capture the future of sustainable living

Koto Design has teamed up with Plant Prefab to create two new incredible net-zero energy homes. Koto LivingHome...

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2019 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard reveals leading states in clean energy adoption

Just in time for the annual celebration of Energy Efficiency Day, the nonprofit American Council for an Energy-Efficient...

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How to celebrate World Environment Day

Today, June 5, is World Environment Day! There are many ways that you can celebrate today, and you can use the...

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11 ways to be more self-sufficient in the new year

Self-sufficient living is all about providing for your own needs— and the needs of your household— without...

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Simple tips to reduce single-use plastic

In recent years, it has become more and more clear that single-use plastics are having a devastating impact on...

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This Living Vehicle can take you completely off grid for a month

HofArc's new Living Vehicle may just be the future of off-grid living thanks to its dynamic combination of glossy...

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TAXA unveils ultra-lightweight Mantis camper with pop-up roof

The camper designers at TAXA Outdoors have outdone themselves with their latest off-grid masterpiece. Weighing...

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Scientists just created green solar cells - and they're working on white, red and additional colors

Do you love solar panels, but hate the color blue? You're in luck - researchers in the Netherlands have developed...

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These tiny houses help minimum wage workers become homeowners in Detroit

Detroit, Michigan, may have one of the highest rates of poverty in all metro cities in the U.S., but a new initiative...

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Vietnam's "Forest in the Sky" apartment building is topped with 50,000 trees

This lush residential complex in Hanoi takes green living to the extreme. More than 50,000 trees, shrubs and colorful...

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OAS1S "treescrapers" are modern skyscrapers inspired by trees

OAS1S has introduced a unique concept for the future of urban green living:  a 21st century home that merges...

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Tiny TigerMoth Camper generates power while being towed

Taxa Outdoors' tow camper, the TigerMoth, is a compact home on wheels geared towards traveling adventurers. The...

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6 sustainably crafted cocktails for New Year's Eve

Start 2017 off right by serving up one of these sustainably-made cocktails on New Year's Eve. We've got drinks...

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First solar-powered, net-zero apartment building in Los Angeles opens its doors

The eco-conscious project was developed by Hanover Company, developer and manager of high quality multi-family...

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