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Design

Design is where imagination meets materials, where aesthetics meet responsibility, and where everyday objects become reflections of our values. In this category, we explore the creative practices shaping more sustainable ways of living — from architecture and interiors to fashion, craft, and digital innovation.

Our design stories highlight both the beauty and the complexity of creating in an age of environmental limits. We feature work from artists, designers, and studios experimenting with low-impact processes, circularity, cultural heritage, and new forms of expression deeply informed by place and ecology.

Whether you’re here for visual inspiration, thoughtful critiques, or an insider’s view of ethical creative industries, this section showcases design as an active force in shaping a more sustainable future.

5G and digital sustainability: A green globe containing trees and also factories, with a wasteland in the distance behind

The Role of 5G in the Fight for Digital Sustainability

October 21, 2023January 16, 2023 by Alexandra Emmert

Digital sustainability has become an important focus globally. Here’s why 5G is playing an integral role in promoting sustainability on multiple levels.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
Remote Work: A laptop on a picnic table with greenery and a lake in the distance

Remote Work: Beneficial Both for the Planet and for Business

October 21, 2023January 10, 2023 by Brooke Schlesinger

Remote work decreases your carbon footprint by cutting down on commuting time, minimizes waste by reducing office supplies, and increases your hiring pool.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Politics, Waste
Green roof atop Commercial Real Estate

Why Commercial Real Estate Owners are Going Green

October 21, 2023December 18, 2022 by Nate Barber

Going greener has become a popular initiative among commercial real estate developers, and selecting a green commercial design over a traditional one.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Design, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Sustainable Facility Management : A green park with tree and a herbaceous boder, buildings in the distance, a blue sky above

How Sustainable Facility Management Can Benefit Your Business

October 21, 2023November 21, 2022 by Ray Brosnan

In simple terms, sustainable facility management focuses on ensuring that business premises have minimal impact on the environment.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Design, Ethics, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
How the Energy Industry Can Invest in Green Initiatives: The World Inside, Singapore, with a huge indoor garden and walkways

How the Energy Industry Can Invest in Green Initiatives

December 11, 2025October 26, 2022 by Amanda Winstead

We examine how the energy industry is learning to embrace sustainability, by mindfully managing profits and investing in green initiatives.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Waste
Digital Sustainability: A green office space with people working on laptops

Digital Sustainability – Reducing Paper Waste in the Office

December 11, 2025August 31, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

What is Digital Sustainability? Business and automation processes can reduce paper usage, save time, and reduce waste.

Categories Innovation
7 Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials

7 Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials

October 21, 2023August 27, 2022 by Leslie Rivera

A Round-up of Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials for Your Next Home Upgrade

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Carbon, Environment, Sustainability, Waste
Climate Change and The Property Market: Risks, Opportunities. A brick building surrounded by plants and forest

Climate Change and The Property Market: Risks, Opportunities

October 21, 2023August 4, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

It is true that much has been accomplished in the property market sector in terms of sustainable designs and materials, but there is still a long way to go.

Categories Innovation Tags Architecture, Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
AI and Sustainability: Light reflected on a shop window containing Mad Max-like characters in Rome, Italy

AI and Sustainability: 8 Ways AI Can Help The Environment

October 21, 2023July 22, 2022 by Melanie Johnson

This article explores Artificial Intelligence, its environmental effects, and its promise to revolutionize today’s world.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Politics, Sustainability
One World Flag: Closed-Loop Economy Could Lead to a Sustainable Future

How A Closed-Loop Economy Could Lead to a Sustainable Future

October 21, 2023July 16, 2022 by Amanda Winstead

Manufacturers must focus on closed-loop economy systems just as much as they focus on other solutions to achieve more environmentally beneficial results.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
Eco-Friendly Rental Property: Rooftop solar panels on two houses

The Eco-Friendly Rental Property: Better for the Environment

October 21, 2023July 12, 2022 by Rose Morrison

Guide for Landlords on an Eco-Friendly Rental Property: How to Make Your Property Environmentally Friendly for Your Tenants

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Ethics, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability
How to Reduce your Carbon Footprint at Home: Washer/dryer wit some indoor plants and neutral furniture

How to Reduce your Carbon Footprint at Home: 3 Appliances

December 13, 2025July 9, 2022 by Tony Gilbert

Starting Small: 3 Best Appliances to Replace to Reduce Your Home’s Carbon Footprint (Plus Bonus Tips)

Categories Innovation Tags Carbon, Lifestyle, Pollution, Waste
RFID Sustainability: Masked woman walking past Vuelta al Cole shop window

RFID Sustainability: Uses of RFID in Supply Chain Management

October 21, 2023July 2, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Less overproduction means more smooth-running manufacturers, profitable retailers and ultimately, happier customers.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Green My Business: notepad, pen, and plant on wooden table

Green My Business: 14 Ways for your Business to Go Green

December 13, 2025June 30, 2022 by Morgan Rose Elliot

You may be asking yourself: What can I do to green my business? These 14 simple and effective tips are a great place to start.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Ethics, Recycling, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainability in the Art World: Female painter wearing white at work in her studio

The Importance of Sustainability in the Art World

September 14, 2025June 29, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Insights into sustainability in the art world, put together by the team at Victory Art, who assist emerging Central Eastern European artists.

Categories Art Tags Art, Design, Ethics, Europe, Lifestyle, Waste
Sustainable Printing: hands holding a blank piece of paper over a wooden table

Sustainable Printing: A Complete Guide

October 21, 2023June 23, 2022 by Paula O'Gorman

When we consider the impact that materials such as ink can have on the environment, the importance of adopting sustainable printing practices becomes clear.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Renewables, Sustainability, Waste
the Environmental Impact of Data Storage: Inside a data center with long black aisles of storage

Reducing the Environmental Impact of Data Storage

February 1, 2026June 11, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Facts and insights into the Environmental Impact of Data Storage, and Applicable Techniques to Help Minimize It

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Design, Environment, Waste
Carbon-Neutral Architecture: Metropol Parasol, Plaza de la Encarnación, Seville, Spain

Carbon-Neutral Architecture: Combating Climate Change

December 4, 2025June 5, 2022 by Rose Morrison

Insights into carbon-neutral architecture, where climate-friendly initiatives are used to balance out emissions, and how this relates to climate change

Categories Innovation Tags Architecture, Carbon, Design, Environment, Ethics, Pollution
Ethics in Food and Agriculture: A farm harvester seen from above

Ethics in Food and Agriculture: 7 Current Challenges

December 13, 2025June 1, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

An increasing global consciousness, around environmentalism and climate change, is accompanied by a new era of ethics in food and agriculture.

Categories Innovation Tags Agriculture, Environment, Ethics, Organic farming
Sustainable Toys: LEGO figurines walking through the forest

Innovation in Sustainable Toys: Future of Eco-Friendly Play

April 24, 2026May 30, 2022 by Lena Milton

Innovation in the toy industry brings our kids safer, sustainable toys that not only keep them away from harmful chemicals, but ensure a green future for them.

Categories Innovation Tags Health, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Architecture: House and Garden

Sustainable Architecture: A Comprehensive Guide

September 27, 2024May 21, 2022 by Taylor McKnight

How Architecture Plays a Part in a Building’s Sustainability and Eco-Friendliness

Categories Innovation Tags Architecture, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Sustainable Workplace: man at home on laptop

The Sustainable Workplace: A Comprehensive Guide

October 21, 2023May 11, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

In this guide to the sustainable workplace, we will discuss some simple ways you can do your part to care for the environment.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable eCommerce: woman with laptop and credit card

Sustainable eCommerce: A Clear Guide to Grow Your Brand

October 21, 2023May 4, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

In this article, we explore what it takes to grow a sustainable eCommerce brand and how your efforts can be a force for change.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Sustainability, Waste
Minimizing Brick Waste: Gabriela Medero lab photo - photo credit Heriot Watt University

Minimizing Brick Waste: The K-Briq – Going Green in Design

October 21, 2023April 29, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

This innovative building material has been developed with the goal of, among other things, minimizing brick waste while supporting green building design.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Carbon, Climate, Waste
Industrial Waste Management: landfill management with cranes

Industrial Waste Management: 11 Valuable Strategies

October 21, 2023April 27, 2022 by Lilly Miller

The best way for businesses to improve the condition of our environment is to focus on industrial waste management and proper waste disposal strategies.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Politics, Waste
Solar on Superstores

Solar on Superstores: Put Solar Panels in our Cities Too

October 21, 2023April 25, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Putting solar on superstores is great for everyone. It’s beneficial for businesses, electricity customers, the grid, and the environment.

Categories Innovation Tags Climate, Environment, Pollution, Renewables
Green Business Ideas on touch pad

7 Green Business Ideas for Environmental Entrepreneurs

October 21, 2023April 15, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

If you are a business person and an eco-activist, you are in luck. Today, there are green business ideas that avoid putting the ecosystem at risk.

Categories Innovation Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Politics, Waste
Industries Changing for the Environment: EV charging station

4 Industries Changing for the Environment: Slow but Promising

September 27, 2024March 27, 2022 by Amanda Winstead

There are many industries changing for environmental reasons. Here, we examine some of those leading the way towards a sustainable future.

Categories Innovation Tags Climate, Environment, Ethics, Waste
One example of possible roads of the future.

How Will The Roads Of The Future Promote Sustainability? 

October 21, 2023March 14, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

From construction to design, here are three examples of how modern technology and innovations could make the roads of the future more sustainable

Categories Innovation Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Politics
Solar is Now The Cheapest Energy in History: solar array with city in background

The IEA Confirms That Solar is Now The Cheapest Energy in History

October 21, 2023March 11, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

While much work remains to be done, a report by the International Energy Agency asserts that solar is now the cheapest energy in history.

Categories Innovation Tags Climate, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Waste
Cliamte Anxiety App: one-minute climate actions for when you want to cry but need a laugh

Snarky App Aims to Calm Climate Anxiety and Save the Planet 

October 21, 2023March 6, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

The tool includes suggestions for more than 150 actions. The aim: to empower individuals to take systemic action, providing an antidote to climate anxiety. 

Categories Innovation Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Three Ways SMEs Can Contribute To Sustainable Development

SMEs and Sustainable Development Goals: 3 Simple Techniques

October 21, 2023February 28, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

As well as being beneficial for the planet, making these changes won’t harm your profits, either.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Climate, Environment, Sustainability
Drones and Sustainability

Drones and Sustainability: Protecting The Environment

October 22, 2023February 21, 2022 by James Rennie

Drones can support environmental sustainability, and professionals can help increase awareness regarding such earth-friendly applications.

Categories Innovation Tags Agriculture, Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle
Sydeny harbour, home of businesses that outsource sustainability

How Your Company Can Outsource Sustainability

June 28, 2024February 20, 2022 by Rene Mallari

External sustainability providers will help you to get started, and you can form your own internal team to continue, if not improve, the efforts. 

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Sustainability
Eco-friendly marketing strategies: Yellow Poppies

Eco-Friendly Marketing Strategies You Should Know About In 2022

December 4, 2025February 19, 2022 by Marina Turea

Eco-friendly marketing strategies brins a great deal of responsibility and the need for accountability, but are ultimately essential for sustainability.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Politics, Sustainability
plantable wedding invitations

5 Reasons We Should All Get Plantable Wedding Invitations

October 22, 2023February 18, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Most are made from virgin paper and use many harmful compounds. It just doesn’t seem right. Here is one answer: Eco-friendly plantable wedding invitations!

Categories Innovation Tags Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
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