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fromwww.bbc.com
17 hours ago

The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough

"A stellarator is a thing that is objectively very difficult to design, objectively very difficult to build, but if it works, it can control the burning hot plasma better than a tokamak."
Science
Design
fromArchDaily
9 hours ago

Light Structures, Heavy Footprints? The Environmental Paradox of Lightweight Materials

Richard Serra's sculptures create a sense of lightness through the organization of mass, transforming weight into dynamic spatial experiences.
Mental health
fromMail Online
11 years ago

The invention that provides Pacific sunshine in Britain

Real Sunlight clinics offer artificial sunshine to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder, which affects 2 million Britons, especially women.
#earth-day
Environment
fromEarth911
4 days ago

56 Environmental Innovations in the 56 Years Since Earth Day Began

Significant environmental legislation and innovations have transformed practices since the first Earth Day in 1970.
Environment
fromEarth911
4 days ago

56 Environmental Innovations in the 56 Years Since Earth Day Began

Significant environmental legislation and innovations have transformed practices since the first Earth Day in 1970.
fromConde Nast Traveler
33 minutes ago

Why Planes Flying Like Geese Could Cut Back on Aviation Emissions

The unmistakable V-formation geese adopt in flight is more than a cool aerial trick. The entire flock benefits from upward air flowing off the lead bird's wings, whose fellow fliers then get to save energy, especially on long journeys.
Alternative transportation
#jet-fuel
Europe news
fromThe Local France
3 hours ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no current jet fuel shortages, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
3 hours ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations are underway due to pressure on stocks.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
3 hours ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no current jet fuel shortages, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
3 hours ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations are underway due to pressure on stocks.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
10 hours ago

Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push

The government plans to weaken the link between electricity and gas prices to protect consumers from energy shocks.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
6 hours ago

An AI fix for America's $27 billion grocery waste problem

AI tools from Afresh help grocery stores reduce food waste by up to 25% through accurate inventory management.
#new-york-city
New York City
fromTime Out New York
17 hours ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
New York City
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Inside the NYC Power Stations That Keep Trains Moving or Bring Them to a Halt

A power outage stranded over 3,500 subway riders in NYC for two hours, causing significant delays and highlighting aging infrastructure.
New York City
fromTime Out New York
17 hours ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
New York City
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Inside the NYC Power Stations That Keep Trains Moving or Bring Them to a Halt

A power outage stranded over 3,500 subway riders in NYC for two hours, causing significant delays and highlighting aging infrastructure.
Renovation
fromRemodelista
1 day ago

Eco-Friendly Terrazzo Made from Wood Waste for Counters, Floors, and More

Terrazzo, originally a 15th-century Venetian creation, has evolved with sustainable wood-based variants gaining popularity for their versatility and eco-friendliness.
#ai
fromTheregister
1 day ago
London startup

Growing AI power drain pushes probe of low-energy computing

Low-energy chip designs are being explored to manage AI's increasing electricity demands on the UK's power grid.
London startup
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Growing AI power drain pushes probe of low-energy computing

Low-energy chip designs are being explored to manage AI's increasing electricity demands on the UK's power grid.
NYC food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
21 hours ago

Meet NYC's rooftop beekeeper

Beekeeper Andrew Coté finds comfort in bees and creates unique rooftop honey across NYC, connecting his work to family and community.
#data-centers
fromTruthout
2 days ago
Online Community Development

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Online Community Development
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

Why cloud computing still runs on coal and gas

Data centers' energy demands are straining U.S. power grids, leading to reliance on fossil fuels and delaying renewable energy goals.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

Why the cloud still runs on coal and gas

Data centers in the U.S. are straining energy grids, leading to increased reliance on fossil fuels and delaying renewable energy goals.
Environment
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Data centers aren't breaking the grid. A broken grid is | Fortune

A new Senate bill misidentifies data centers as the problem, while the real issue lies in an outdated and underbuilt electrical grid.
Environment
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

AI Data Centers Face Water Backlash - Can Air Solve the Crisis?

Data centers face community pushback over water consumption, prompting solutions like atmospheric water harvesting to provide sustainable water sources.
#climate-change
fromSnowBrains
1 day ago
Snowboarding

Not All Snowmaking Is Created Equal: New Austrian Study Challenges Carbon Footprint Beliefs - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
1 day ago
Snowboarding

Not All Snowmaking Is Created Equal: New Austrian Study Challenges Carbon Footprint Beliefs - SnowBrains

Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Burning wood for power worse for climate than gas equivalent, report finds

Burning wood for power generation can be more harmful to the climate than burning gas, even with carbon capture.
Environment
fromNature
2 weeks ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Cracks are starting to form on fusion energy's funding boom | TechCrunch

Divergence in vision emerges among fusion startups as they consider going public and face concerns over premature market entry.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

AI, energy, and the new rules of cloud sustainability competition | Computer Weekly

Cloud providers offer sustainability metrics, but lack standardization makes it difficult for enterprises to compare workloads effectively.
#california
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Many fire survivors in California choose to rebuild all-electric homes for health, cost savings, and climate concerns despite policy rollbacks allowing gas connections.
Environment
fromKqed
2 hours ago

California Is Transitioning From Fossil Fuels to Electric Power. It's Going to Get Messy | KQED

California faces high electricity costs but is making significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy sources.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Many fire survivors in California choose to rebuild all-electric homes for health, cost savings, and climate concerns despite policy rollbacks allowing gas connections.
Environment
fromKqed
2 hours ago

California Is Transitioning From Fossil Fuels to Electric Power. It's Going to Get Messy | KQED

California faces high electricity costs but is making significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy sources.
#sustainability
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

These Overlooked Kitchen Items Can Replace Small Trash Bags, And You Already Have Them - Tasting Table

Repurpose existing plastic bags from groceries and takeout as free alternatives to specialized trash bags.
Business
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
Environment
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

These Overlooked Kitchen Items Can Replace Small Trash Bags, And You Already Have Them - Tasting Table

Repurpose existing plastic bags from groceries and takeout as free alternatives to specialized trash bags.
Business
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
Environment
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Smart Home Gadgets to Amp Up Your Curb Appeal

Smart home products like birdhouses and outdoor lights enhance both functionality and aesthetics in residential spaces.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Eight Years Later, the First of Those Fancy New Trash Cans Arrive on SF Streets

Custom-made rubbish bins have finally been installed in San Francisco after a lengthy selection and design process that began in 2018.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Why First Solar Stands Out Among Its Peers: Does It Belong in Your Portfolio?

First Solar closed FY2025 with $9.54 billion in shareholder equity, $2.80 billion in cash, and total liabilities that fell 8.77% year over year, showcasing a stable and strengthening balance sheet.
Retirement
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Desert power: The promise and paradox of solar

Noor, meaning light in Arabic, is a solar facility that produces enough energy to power more than a million homes, utilizing concentrated solar power instead of traditional PV panels.
Independent films
World politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
#solar-energy
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Here comes the sun: New bill would let New Yorkers hang solar panels from windows

Lauren Phillips has reduced her utility costs by installing a small solar panel on her balcony, highlighting a potential shift in solar energy accessibility for apartment dwellers.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

How South Korea plans to use the Iran crisis to spur a renewables revolution

Guyang-ri village uses solar energy profits to fund communal meals and welfare programs, strengthening community bonds and enhancing quality of life.
Science
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Scientists Set New Record for Solar Cell Efficiency

A new method could exceed the Shockley-Queisser limit, achieving 130% energy conversion efficiency from solar energy using a combination of tetracene and molybdenum.
UK politics
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Is YOUR hometown a solar panel hotspot? Use our map to find out

Labour's push for solar panels faces criticism for being impractical and costly amid rising household bills.
Environment
fromZDNET
1 week ago

I tested a portable wind turbine for 2 years: Why it's my backup, not a solar replacement

Solar power generation is becoming more accessible with plug-in systems, while wind energy remains unpredictable and challenging to harness.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Here comes the sun: New bill would let New Yorkers hang solar panels from windows

Lauren Phillips has reduced her utility costs by installing a small solar panel on her balcony, highlighting a potential shift in solar energy accessibility for apartment dwellers.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

How South Korea plans to use the Iran crisis to spur a renewables revolution

Guyang-ri village uses solar energy profits to fund communal meals and welfare programs, strengthening community bonds and enhancing quality of life.
Science
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Scientists Set New Record for Solar Cell Efficiency

A new method could exceed the Shockley-Queisser limit, achieving 130% energy conversion efficiency from solar energy using a combination of tetracene and molybdenum.
UK politics
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Is YOUR hometown a solar panel hotspot? Use our map to find out

Labour's push for solar panels faces criticism for being impractical and costly amid rising household bills.
Environment
fromZDNET
1 week ago

I tested a portable wind turbine for 2 years: Why it's my backup, not a solar replacement

Solar power generation is becoming more accessible with plug-in systems, while wind energy remains unpredictable and challenging to harness.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.
fromElite Traveler
10 hours ago

Meet Zero: The Renewable Superyacht With a World-First Power System

Zero eliminates diesel engines entirely, replacing them with an all-electric power and propulsion system with a DC grid at its core, and photovoltaic-thermal panels that capture the light and heat of solar energy.
Alternative transportation
fromTechCrunch
6 hours ago

Blue Energy raises $380M to build grid-scale nuclear reactors in shipyards | TechCrunch

"The nuclear power technology that is most common - light water reactors - was originally invented for nuclear submarines. There has actually always been a history of basically pre-fabbing it and looking at it in a shipyard context."
Science
Renovation
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How a Rhode Island apartment building for seniors installed 277 heat pumps in just 12 days

Carroll Tower retrofitted with 277 heat pumps, reducing energy costs and emissions significantly.
Agriculture
fromIndependent
2 days ago

'This could be groundbreaking for Ireland Inc and the midlands' - New research reveals transformative potential of 'energy parks'

Bord na Móna is set to transform state-owned bogland into energy-parks combining windfarms, data centres, and manufacturing facilities.
#renewable-energy
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Global electricity demand growth in 2025 was fully met by renewable sources, marking a significant shift away from fossil fuels.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Global electricity demand growth in 2025 was fully met by renewable sources, marking a significant shift away from fossil fuels.
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Exclusive: This energy startup's bet on 100-year-old grid tech is paying off | TechCrunch

"We were considering multiple forms of capital when we started. It just felt like the opportunity is so large that venture capital gives us the opportunity to take those risks upfront and have the possibility to generate an outsized return."
Venture
#architecture
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Science
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Wee charge, neat idea: YouTuber builds DIY nuclear battery

DIY tritium nuclear batteries can be made with basic materials but produce minimal energy.
#electric-vehicles
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago
Alternative transportation

Austrian carrier Blaguss introduces 12 Yutong electric coaches alongside fleet-wide solar rollout - Sustainable Bus

Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Austrian carrier Blaguss introduces 12 Yutong electric coaches alongside fleet-wide solar rollout - Sustainable Bus

Blaguss has introduced 12 battery-electric coaches as part of its 'Way to Zero' program, focusing on electrification and solar integration.
#energy-efficiency
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
#solar-power
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Digital life
fromEarth911
1 week ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Market, policy and operations in focus for zero-emission intercity buses, at Sustainable Bus Tour session in Bus2Bus - Sustainable Bus

Intercity bus transport in Europe is characterized by a fragmented operator landscape, including a high number of small and medium-sized companies, alongside less standardized operational patterns and frequent dual-use vehicle profiles.
Alternative transportation
Science
fromEngadget
3 days ago

A comet gets destroyed by the sun, data centers endanger the Potomac River, and more science stories

NASA shared stunning images of a comet that exploded as it approached the sun, marking its first and last flyby.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
OMG science
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

One Way or Another, Most of Our Electricity Comes From Solar Power

Electric power generation primarily relies on the interaction between magnets and coils, with various methods to induce motion.
Alternative transportation
fromAol
4 days ago

Trying to Pick a Jackery Power Station? Start With These Models

Jackery power stations provide reliable, portable power solutions for various needs, outperforming competitors in performance and efficiency.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember

2025 marked a turning point for coal and gas power as low-emissions sources met all new global electricity demand for the first time.
fromFortune
21 hours ago

Data centers now account for half of all new U.S. electricity use, just as Americans start to sour on AI | Fortune

Data centers accounted for around 50% of all electricity demand growth in the U.S. last year, according to the IEA, far surpassing the rise in electricity usage in the residential, industrial, and transport sectors.
Environment
Environment
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Data center for Microsoft consumes up to 420M liters of industrial water a week

Pure DC is constructing a large data center in Amsterdam, consuming significant water and electricity, with Microsoft as the sole tenant.
fromEarth911
5 days ago

How To Grow Vegetables With Aquaponics

Aquaponics systems utilize one gallon of water to produce a kilogram of leafy greens, compared to over 30 gallons in traditional farming, showcasing remarkable efficiency.
Environment
Environment
fromZDNET
1 week ago

How I squeeze more power from my portable solar panels: 11 ways to get up to 30% more

Positioning and maintaining solar panels is essential for optimal performance and energy efficiency.
#building-integrated-photovoltaics
Environment
fromAxios
1 week ago

AI's power demands give carbon capture a new push

Big tech companies are leading the development of carbon capture technology to address rising electricity demand from AI and data centers.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The solution to America's energy crisis starts with homes

Home solar and storage systems provide energy independence during severe storms, highlighting the need for a shift in America's energy infrastructure approach.
fromAeon
2 months ago

In solarpunk cities of the future, tech follows nature's lead | Aeon Essays

In Indra's Net of pearls and jewels, every gem reflects every other, a shimmering image of interdependence. This ancient Vedic metaphor for connection across the cosmos also illuminates what the environmental philosopher Glenn Albrecht first proposed in 2014as 'theSymbiocene': the era after the Anthropocene, in which human technologies take their cues from living systems and work in partnership rather than through dominance.
Philosophy
Environment
fromEarth911
4 weeks ago

Guest Idea: What Really Happens After You Drop Off Recycling?

Recycling involves a complex journey from collection to sorting, influenced by local policies, technology, and consumer demand.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

How Architecture Is Learning to Generate Its Own Energy

Photovoltaic (PV) solar energy represents a modular technology that can be manufactured in large-scale facilities, generating economies of scale, while also being adaptable to small-scale applications. From residential rooftop systems to large-scale power generation installations, photovoltaic solar energy has established itself as a cost-effective option for electricity production in many countries around the world.
Environment
Environment
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

How to Design with the Rain: Architectural Strategies for Rainwater Collection across Climates

Architecture must shift from water disposal to active rainwater collection, storage, and reuse through climate-specific design strategies that address distinct precipitation patterns and regional environmental demands.
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