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4 Innovative Practices for Sustainable Construction Materials in 2025

Revolutionizing Construction: New Materials and Techniques for Eco-Conscious Builders By Rose Morrison, managing editor of Renovated. Although the year has only …

Stories on Ethics

Facts & Figures

Why Commercial Solar is the Future of Business Energy Solutions 

Commercial Solar: The Future of Business Energy Solutions 

This piece explores the potential of commercial solar and examines why it’s reshaping the corporate energy landscape.

E-Waste Management: Are Companies Doing Enough?

E-Waste Management: Are Companies Doing Enough?

E-waste management has become more complicated as the demand for new technology rises. Unfortunately, the outcome has had dire consequences for the environment.

The 5 Latest Innovations in Renewable Energy Storage

The 5 Latest Innovations in Renewable Energy Storage

As researchers and engineers investigate new possibilities, let’s explore some recent examples of meaningful work to further renewable energy storage options.

Sheep on grass between rows of trees. Green Building Materials for Resilient Construction in 2025

Green Building Materials for Resilient Construction in 2025

The construction industry is a major emitter. If more turn to green building materials, the positive environmental impact could be exponential.

Unlocking Energy Savings for Industrial Facilities: The Benefits of Solar Solutions

The Benefits of Solar Solutions for Industrial Facilities

How solar solutions can shift industry productions to be both financially and environmentally sustainable, and ways to overcome the most common challenges.

List of Solar Materials Used to Produce Solar Panels

List of Solar Materials Used to Produce Solar Panels

There are 8 major raw materials for solar panel manufacturing. Explore this blog to know which are they!

Your Skin Could Be Absorbing Chemicals from Your Workout Clothes: Study Finds

Skin Can Absorb Toxic Materials found in Workout Clothes

Your skin could be absorbing toxic chemical compounds from your workout clothes, study finds. We discuss the details and implications.

Simpson Reed Discovery Trail, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, Northern California. Image shows a large coast redwood trunk, with arborist Mario Vaden, for size comparison. Environmental Wins in 2024.

10 Inspiring Environmental Wins of 2024

Acknowledging environmental wins helps encourage progress. With that in mind, here are 10 inspiring climate-related headlines from 2024 that bring some hope.

Servo Drives

Servo Drives and the Future of Renewable Energy Systems

Servo drives are at the forefront of modern renewable energy systems, acting as critical enablers of efficiency, precision, and scalability. Let’s discuss.

Climate Change, Mental Health, and Addiction: Finding Hope Amid the Crisis

Climate Change, Mental Health, and Addiction

Let’s explore the intersection of climate change, mental health, and addiction recovery, offering practical ways to find resilience and hope in uncertain times.

Packaging Waste: An Overview of this Global Problem

Packaging Waste: An Overview of this Global Problem

Packaging waste is one of the worst outcomes of industrialization. This article explores this problem and presents some possible solutions. Let’s discuss.

Better Building Performance with Comprehensive Fireproofing

Better Building Performance with Comprehensive Fireproofing

Fireproofing structures does more than keep people safe — it protects the planet, as the climate crisis is making wildfires and heatwaves more prevalent.

Interviews

Crossing Boundaries with Biodesign - Zena Holloway and Rootfull

Zena Holloway: Bio-designer and Founder of Rootfull

Zena Holloway is an innovative designer who laments the impacts of plastic on land and in our oceans. She took things into her own hands, and turned to roots.

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An Interview with Isabel (Izzy) Laderman

An interview with Isabel Laderman, who has Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and is the founder of the disability service Disability Awareness Around the Climate Crisis.

Interview: Marie Gutierrez Hurtado of UMA Intimates

Interview: Marie Gutierrez Hurtado of UMA Intimates

Ben Heinkel, of Ethical Clothing, speaks with Marie Gutierrez Hurtado, the founder of UMA Intimates, a sustainable lingerie brand based in Barcelona, Spain.

Travel

The Best Ways to Make Traveling Easier Even if You Travel Regularly

How to Make Traveling Easier Even if You Travel Regularly

Whether you’re a seasoned jet-setter or someone who still panics every time they go through airport security, these tips will make make traveling easier.

A beach of Bathala island (Maldives). Tips for Responsible Tourism on Islands

Tips for Responsible Tourism on Islands – Leave No Trace

Follow along to learn more about sustainable tourism on islands and how you can embrace these eco-friendly practices on your next island getaway. 

Laax lake from the air - A Guide to Responsible Ski Travel

A Guide to Responsible Ski Travel

We explore how to enjoy a responsible ski getaway, including the best places to visit and what to pack to be environmentally conscious on the slopes. 

An umbrella thorn silhouetted by the setting sun near Seronera Camp in the Serengeti, Tanzania.

Guide to Sustainable Travel in Tanzania

In this guide to Tanzania, we’ll explore everything you need to know to make a positive difference while enjoying the wonders of this incredible country.

Cinque Terre from up hill. Guide to Sustainable Honeymoons in Italy

Guide to Sustainable Honeymoons in Italy

In this guide, we’ll help you navigate Italy on your honeymoon while prioritising eco-friendly choices.

How to Travel Sustainably During the ICC World Cup

How to Travel Sustainably During the ICC World Cup

How does one balance the thrill of the World Cup with eco-friendly travel?

Logging near Crocker Range National Park, Borneo

How to Visit Borneo in a Sustainable Way

This guide will tell you how to explore Borneo while leaving a positive impact on the environment and local communities.

Telašćica Nature Park, Croatia

How to Visit Croatia in a Sustainable Way

From sustainable accommodation choices to picking the most eco-friendly activities whilst on holiday, Croatia is the perfect background for sustainable travel.

View northward of Mount Everest from an aircraft

How to Climb Everest in a Sustainable Way

From when to climb, to the best places to stay around Mount Everest, here is how to do one of Earth’s most unworldly walks in the most sustainable way. 

View of the Ciane river, Sicily

How to Visit Sicily in a Sustainable Way

From when to go to better protect the landscapes to the most sustainable things to see and do, read on for the most sustainable way to visit Sicily.

Serengeti in Tanzania.

How to Visit Tanzania in a Sustainable Way

From eco-lodges and accommodation to more sustainable ways to see local beauty and wildlife, here are the best ways to embrace sustainable travel in Tanzania.

Landscape of the ridge at the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania.

8 Breathtaking Destinations for Ethical Wildlife Holidays

When you consider destinations for ethical wildlife holidays, you help ensure that animals are observed in their natural habitat without any interference.

Garden

Sustainable Garden Improvements You Can Make Today

Sustainable Garden Improvements You Can Make Today

Having an eco-friendly garden involves putting a lot of effort into the design process. If you want to ensure your garden is the best it can be then simply take a look below.

Bed with companion planting

Companion Planting by the Numbers: Increases in Yield

This article examines how companion planting (pairing certain plants together to leverage their natural symbiotic relationships) increases yield significantly.

Durable Furniture for the Perfect Outdoor Café Ambiance

Durable Furniture for the Perfect Outdoor Café Ambiance

Ensuring your outdoor café space is both practical and aesthetically pleasing can enhance customer satisfaction and boost your café’s appeal.

Limited Space in Cities? Vertical Gardening As a Solution

Limited Space in Cities? Vertical Gardening As a Solution

Dense cities mean less room for plants and trees. One solution is to build upward, thus introducing vertical gardening to your community. Let’s discuss!

Lifestyle

Energy-Efficient Restaurant Equipment: A Smart Investment

Energy-Efficient Restaurant Equipment: A Smart Investment

This guide looks at energy-efficient commercial restaurant equipment, detailing its benefits, key categories, certifications, and real-world applications.

Why Proper HVAC Maintenance Is Key to an Eco-Friendly Home

Why Proper HVAC Maintenance Is Key to an Eco-Friendly Home

Here are five compelling reasons why proper HVAC maintenance is key to an eco-friendly home.

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What Homeowners Overlook: Common Culprits of Energy Vampires

By Evelyn Long, editor-in-chief of Renovated Few things are as spooky as energy vampires — the …

17 Things You Should Buy in High Quality as a Minimalist

17 Things You Should Buy in High Quality as a Minimalist

Minimalism is all about intentional living, and this principle extends to everything you own. Investing in quality items can make a significant difference.

Start Your Own Small-Scale Dairy: A Step-by-Step Guide

Start Your Own Small-Scale Dairy: A Step-by-Step Guide

Starting your own small-scale dairy can be a rewarding venture that allows you to produce fresh dairy products for personal use or sale.

Eco-Friendly Apartment Living

Eco-Friendly Apartment Living: Smart Tech for Rentals

Here’s a roundup of the best smart tech solutions that can help make sustainable and eco-friendly apartment living so much easier.

Sustainable Ways to Make Your Living Room More Inviting

Sustainable Ways to Make Your Living Room More Inviting

This article looks at creative ideas to transform your living room into a cozy, stylish space while minimizing your environmental footprint.

Memorial Tree Planting as a Sustainable Way to Honor Loved Ones

Memorial Tree Planting as a Green Way to Honor Loved Ones

These 9 sustainable considerations for memorial trees for deceased loved ones can help you create a lasting tribute where love triumphs over sorrow.

Unsustainable Habits

How to Break Unsustainable Habits and Build a Greener Future

Here’s our step-by-step guide on how to change your unsustainable habits to become a more sustainable person.

Make Small Spaces Look Bigger

How to Make Small Spaces Look Bigger: Clever Decor Tips

Here are some tried-and-true tips to help you open up your small space without knocking down any walls.

Composite Decking

The Best Season to Build your Composite Decking

When is the best time to build composite decking? Let’s break it down season by season, highlighting the benefits (and pitfalls) to help you make a decision.

Guest-Ready in Minutes: The Convenience of Sofa Beds

Guest-Ready in Minutes: The Convenience of Sofa Beds

Whether you live in a cosy flat or just want to make better use of your living room, sofa beds are a game-changer for hosting guests.

Fashion

10 Must-Have Wardrobe Staples for an Active, Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

10 Wardrobe Staples for an Active, Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

Whether you’re hitting the gym, heading to brunch, or running errands, these 10 wardrobe staples will keep you active, stylish, and eco-conscious.

Sustainability Driven Fashion Styles: Some Simple Tips

Sustainability Driven Fashion Styles: Some Simple Tips

There are three main focuses when it comes to sustainable fashion styles – buy better, make use of what you already have, and reduce waste. Let’s discuss.

Mammut’s Alto Guide HS Hooded Jacket for Women

Review of Alto Guide HS Hooded Jacket for Women by Mammut

Review of Alto Guide HS Hooded Jacket for Women by Mammut: Rain gear without PFCs… Does it work and what does that mean?

Sustainable Footwear Options for Every Occasion

Sustainable Footwear Options for Every Occasion

Product Review: Vivaia and Kyrgies. We look at sustainable footwear options for every occasion, from brands that focus on durability and reducing waste.

Leggings for Men: A Guide to Fit and Fabric

Leggings for Men: A Guide to Fit and Fabric

In recent years, leggings for men have transcended their niche as purely athletic wear to become a staple in everyday wardrobes.