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Environment
fromFast Company
16 hours ago

Microsoft hit pause on carbon removal purchases. Now what?

Microsoft's potential pause on carbon removal purchases has significant implications for the carbon removal industry.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

In my apartment block's Room of Unlimited Magical Recycling Possibilities' I found not just freebies, but friends

The magic room was a community effort, maintained by many residents volunteering their time to keep it well organised and running smoothly. I often saw my neighbour, Wendy Showyin, when I stopped by.
Renovation
Berlin food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Why Aldi's Produce Is Wrapped In Lots Of Plastic - Tasting Table

Aldi's use of plastic packaging for produce prioritizes efficiency and low prices, despite concerns about freshness and environmental impact.
Cars
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 day ago

Smart Concept #2 reimagines the iconic city car as a fashion-forward electric micro-mobility commuter - Yanko Design

Smart Concept #2 reinterprets microcar design by blending functionality with fashion, enhancing personal identity in urban mobility.
fromYcombinator
1 day ago

Show HN: LLMs consume 5.4x less mobile energy than ad-supported web search | Hacker News

On mobile devices, a standard LLM session uses on average 5.4 times less energy than a classic ad-supported web search session, highlighting the efficiency of LLMs in this context.
Digital life
fromCGMagazine
2 days ago

The Living Room Is Tech's Next Battleground

The living room is evolving into a strategic digital space, with TVs becoming integrated platforms for media, commerce, and user engagement.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Mom's Microwaved Coffee Won't Stand a Chance With This Ember Smart Mug Deal

The Ember Smart Mug 2 is a popular, high-tech mug that keeps drinks warm but is not dishwasher safe.
France news
fromEngadget
2 days ago

The Morning After: Polymarket and a hairdryer

Polymarket faces scrutiny over betting irregularities, including a soldier's arrest for using classified information to profit from bets.
#sustainability
Everyday cooking
fromBon Appetit
3 days ago

I Rid My Kitchen of Single-Use Plastic With These 4 Reusable Swaps

Reusable kitchen swaps can effectively replace single-use items, enhancing sustainability without sacrificing convenience.
E-Commerce
fromApartment Therapy
4 days ago

13 Finds That'll Have You Ditching Single-Use Paper and Plastic for Good

Sustainable living involves small, everyday swaps to reduce reliance on paper and single-use plastics.
Dining
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

The Sustainable Changemakers Making Waves in the Luxury Market

Sustainable practices are increasingly integral to luxury dining, reshaping traditional models and emphasizing local ingredients and minimal waste.
E-Commerce
fromEarth911
3 days ago

7 Retailers With Impressive Recycling Programs

Retailers are implementing effective end-of-life product systems to combat plastic waste and promote recycling.
Coffee
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why sustainable products fail-and what actually gets people to use them

Sustainable products fail when they require more care; they succeed when they minimize friction and simplify user behavior.
Everyday cooking
fromBon Appetit
3 days ago

I Rid My Kitchen of Single-Use Plastic With These 4 Reusable Swaps

Reusable kitchen swaps can effectively replace single-use items, enhancing sustainability without sacrificing convenience.
E-Commerce
fromApartment Therapy
4 days ago

13 Finds That'll Have You Ditching Single-Use Paper and Plastic for Good

Sustainable living involves small, everyday swaps to reduce reliance on paper and single-use plastics.
Dining
fromElite Traveler
4 days ago

The Sustainable Changemakers Making Waves in the Luxury Market

Sustainable practices are increasingly integral to luxury dining, reshaping traditional models and emphasizing local ingredients and minimal waste.
E-Commerce
fromEarth911
3 days ago

7 Retailers With Impressive Recycling Programs

Retailers are implementing effective end-of-life product systems to combat plastic waste and promote recycling.
Coffee
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why sustainable products fail-and what actually gets people to use them

Sustainable products fail when they require more care; they succeed when they minimize friction and simplify user behavior.
fromBikerumor
4 days ago

Daysaver Launches Three New Day-Saving Products, All Under $100

The new Guard Frame Mount replaces the Cradle Mount, allowing riders to mount the Daysaver Guard tool protection case to the frame. It's compact, lightweight, and always ready when you are.
Bicycling
#clean-energy
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days 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.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Heat pumps for all new homes and plug-in solar in green tech drive

New homes in England will require solar panels and heat pumps by 2028, promoting clean energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days 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.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Heat pumps for all new homes and plug-in solar in green tech drive

New homes in England will require solar panels and heat pumps by 2028, promoting clean energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Govee's new colorful outdoor lights are its first with solar power

Govee launched solar-powered outdoor string lights with color-changing bulbs and a rechargeable battery, available for $99.99.
Arts
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Scenery Bags is transforming Broadway's trash into treasure this Earth Day | amNewYork

Scenery Bags transforms discarded Broadway materials into eco-friendly fashion and home items, reducing waste and preserving performance history.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

First vacuums - then the world

Dreame aims to become a global tech leader, launching a Super Bowl ad to promote its diverse product evolution from vacuums to space technology.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days 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
East Bay food
fromMission Local
5 days ago

Richmond Buzz: Openings, closings, and composting

Richmond Buzz expands with dedicated webpage and highlights local events including Balboa Theater's 100th anniversary and upcoming music shows.
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.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Plug Power Jumps 10% on Contract Win and Investor Outreach as Hydrogen Comeback Continues

Plug Power's stock surged 10% due to a contract win, improved revenue, and efforts to rebuild investor confidence.
#electric-vehicles
fromSustainable Bus
6 days ago
Alternative transportation

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

Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Modern EVs Barely Lose Any Range, Even After Five Years: Report

Electric vehicles retain impressive range after years of use, with 97% retention after three years and 95% after five years.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
6 days 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.
Environment
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Apple, Amazon join push for looser greenhouse emissions reporting

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol is considering stricter emissions reporting rules, facing pushback from major tech companies advocating for optional guidelines.
Everyday cooking
fromBon Appetit
4 days ago

Reusable Cleaning and Organizing Kitchen Products That Actually Work

The right reusable cleaning tools reduce waste and improve kitchen efficiency without the need for constant restocking.
Design
fromArchDaily
5 days 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.
Digital life
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The carbon cost of our clicks

The digital ecosystem significantly contributes to carbon emissions, with each user generating 229 kilograms of CO2 annually.
#ai
London startup
fromTheregister
6 days 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.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Best Pool-Cleaning Robots for Every Budget and Backyard

Robotic pool cleaners, especially battery-powered models, simplify pool maintenance and enhance the swimming experience.
fromBon Appetit
3 days ago

There's a Lot of "Compostable" Packaging Out There; What Does That Actually Mean?

Compostable packaging is a type of biodegradable packaging designed to break down alongside natural waste. It's usually made of plant-based materials, like corn syrup, cellulose, or paper, that decompose without leaving toxins behind.
Environment
Alternative transportation
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Infinite Machine's Olto Is a Fun Ebike Living in the Cybertruck's Shadow

The Olto ebike offers a unique design, comfort, and good performance, but has polarizing aesthetics and limited storage.
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.
Environment
fromQueerty
4 days ago

Earth Day shopping guide: Queer-made picks that matter - Queerty

Earth Day emphasizes consistent, intentional choices for a healthier planet beyond just awareness.
OMG science
fromState of the Planet
3 weeks ago

Two Sustainability Students See Opportunity Hidden in Laundry-Induced Microplastic Pollution

Federal agencies are prioritizing microplastics in drinking water and launching initiatives to detect and remove them from the human body.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

DJI's latest power station is proof that good things come in mini packages

The DJI Power 1000 Mini is the smallest 1kWh power station available, offering versatile features for off-grid living.
Digital life
fromEarth911
2 weeks 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.
Environment
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Plug-in solar is coming. Here's how much you could save on electric bills

Plug-in solar panels offer a DIY solution to reduce electric bills, especially for renters and homeowners without traditional roof access.
fromElite Traveler
5 days 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
#smart-home
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 week 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.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

I let a smart planter maintain itself while I was away for 2 months - here's the result

The LeafyPod is a smart planter that simplifies plant care with app support and a rechargeable water reservoir.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 week 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.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

I let a smart planter maintain itself while I was away for 2 months - here's the result

The LeafyPod is a smart planter that simplifies plant care with app support and a rechargeable water reservoir.
Environment
fromWIRED
4 days ago

New Gas-Powered Data Centers Could Emit More Greenhouse Gases Than Entire Nations

Natural gas projects for data centers linked to major tech companies could emit over 129 million tons of greenhouse gases annually.
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoQ
1 month ago

Green IT: How to Reduce the Impact of AI on the Environment

AI's energy consumption and hardware churn pose significant challenges for green IT, necessitating sustainable design and transparency in usage costs.
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

The Hidden Energy Cost Dragging Down Metal Finishing Operations

Compressed air is an inefficient energy consumer in metal finishing, requiring ten times more energy than the work it performs.
Environment
fromKqed
5 days 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.
#energy-efficiency
Remodel
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Guest Idea: Map Appliance Power to Identify and Tame Your Home's Top Electricity Consumers

Appliance power mapping identifies individual device energy consumption, revealing phantom loads and inefficiencies that waste up to $183 annually per household through targeted, low-cost solutions.
Remodel
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Guest Idea: Map Appliance Power to Identify and Tame Your Home's Top Electricity Consumers

Appliance power mapping identifies individual device energy consumption, revealing phantom loads and inefficiencies that waste up to $183 annually per household through targeted, low-cost solutions.
Agriculture
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Convenience Comes at the Environment's Expense

Fast delivery convenience carries significant environmental costs through packaging waste, carbon emissions, and resource consumption, but individual yard management choices can meaningfully reduce environmental impact at a local scale.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

A New Generation of Big Water Filters-Without the Plastic

Most water filter pitchers are made of BPA-free plastic. But as new research shows that bottled-water drinkers ingest tens of thousands of excess microplastic particles, wellness lovers have begun to look askance at water filters that are themselves made of plastic.
Beer
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Aditya Lolla, managing director of Ember, stated: 'We have firmly entered the era of clean growth. Clean energy is now scaling fast enough to absorb rising global electricity demand, keeping fossil generation flat before its inevitable decline.'
Environment
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days 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.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

A New Standard for High-Performance, Energy-Generating Facades

Building-integrated photovoltaics embedded in the facade generate 513 kW of the facility's 632 kW solar capacity, producing 420,000 kWh annually and meeting the 20% renewable energy mandate.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Can a Home Appliance Fix the Problem of Soft-Plastic Waste?

Clear Drop's Soft Plastic Compactor offers a unique solution for recycling soft plastics but may not be practical for average consumers.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Smart Homes Are Terrible

All of the appliances and systems are brand-new: the HVAC, the lighting, the entertainment. Touch screens of various shapes and sizes control this, that, and the other. Rows of programmable buttons sit where traditional light switches would normally be. The kitchen even has outlets designed to rise up from the countertop when you need them, and slide away when you don't.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

The 65 Weirdest, Most Useful Things You Never Knew Existed

Small, unconventional products can solve narrow everyday problems, reduce clutter, and improve convenience with simple, discreet designs.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 months ago

UGREEN Clears Out Its Power Bank With Retractable Cable at a Record Low (20000mAh, 165W) - Kotaku

Ugreen Nexode 20,000mAh 165W power bank with retractable USB-C cable and 100W input is on sale for $70 at Amazon.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 months ago

EcoFlow Goes All-In on Portable Power Station Clearance, RIVER 2 Pro Generator Drops 40% With a 5-Year Warranty - Kotaku

EF Ecoflow River 2 Pro is a 17.2 lb portable power station with 11 ports, 1600W output, multiple fast recharge options, and extended runtimes, now $315 (40% off).
Environment
fromEarth911
2 months ago

Earth911 Inspiration: a Dozen Highly Effective Policies

A dozen highly effective policies in the largest countries can initiate a decisive post-carbon transition if implemented now.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This genius contraption catches water while you're warming up your shower

A new bathroom water-catching device called Sevas captures shower heating water for reuse, potentially saving 1,800 liters annually while reviving water conservation habits from Australia's Millennium Drought.
fromChicago Tribune
2 years ago

Concerned about climate change, more Chicagoans are buying all-electric home heating systems

When Derek Eder started looking for an all-electric heating system for his 100-year-old home in Oak Park, some local furnace installers refused to work with him, saying the technology wasn't up to the challenge of a Midwestern winter. Other installers told him they'd do the job, but only if he invested in a natural gas backup system for very cold days. But Eder, who was trying to go all-electric at home to fight climate change, pressed on, eventually finding a local company that was happy to replace his gas furnace with two high-efficiency electric heat pumps and an all-electric backup system.
Environment
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