Off-Grid Solar: The Role of Perovskites
Perovskites are a class of materials with a unique crystal structure that makes them exceptionally efficient at converting sunlight into electricity.
Sustainability
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.
The Benefits of Minimalism for Children
A look at minimalism for children, and how you can help your little one cherish the gift of life by embracing the principle that simply being is enough.
Indigenous Peoples Agree on Defining the Just Transition
Nearly 100 Indigenous leaders from the seven socio-cultural regions of the world have reached unanimous agreement on defining a Just Transition.
DIY vs. Professional Furnace Repairs: The Sustainable Choice
While most people don’t think about sustainability when considering furnace repairs, it plays a large role in determining your home’s energy efficiency.
The Responsible Disposal of Holiday Waste: An In-Depth Guide
Holidays are meant for giving. The best gift you can give yourself, your family and your community is to be responsible for your holiday waste. Let’s discuss.
Modernize Your Home with Smart Technology and Green Solutions
This guide explores the latest trends and established best practices to help you make the best decisions for your home renovations.
Transforming Spaces: Multipurpose Design in Sustainability
Growing cities require flexible infrastructure. One solution is multipurpose design, which paves the way to better socioeconomic functioning and sustainability.
The Future of Furniture: Green vs. Sustainable Choices
Furnishings are among the most carbon-intensive aspects of built environments, but times are changing. Here’s what the future of furniture will look like.
The Feasibility of Achieving Net-Zero Carbon Buildings
Is achieving net-zero carbon buildings a global reality we can all look forward to, or an ultimately impossible pipe dream? Let’s look at the details.
Is Zero-Waste Packaging a Reality or Just a Buzzword?
Single-use packaging is still part of mainstream consumption. So, is zero-waste packaging here to stay, or is it just another buzzword? Let’s discuss.
2024 Crestone Energy Fair
A look at the 2024 Crestone Energy Fair, a community at the frontier of sustainable living, with innovative and regenerative ideas for the future.
How Sustainable Are E-Mobility Battery Chargers?
The sustainability of E-Mobility Batter Chargers is a vital consideration, as it impacts not only the environment but also economic and social dimensions.
From Gym to Green: How Digital Fitness is Helping the Environment
In collaboration with the team at Trainest As sustainability becomes a must rather than a choice, many industries are moving toward eco-friendly practices, and fitness is no different. While gyms typically use a lot of energy, the shift to digital fitness is changing that. With online workouts and apps, people can stay healthy while also … Read more
The Impact of Paint on the Environment and Human Health
Paint serves a useful purpose, but many traditional formulations contain lead, harmful VOCs, and microplastics. Let’s look at the details and explore alternatives.
10 Surprising Environmental Benefits of Backyard Chickens
Looking for a way to reduce your environmental footprint while enjoying fresh eggs for breakfast? Your answer might just come in the form of backyard chickens.
Sustainable Activewear Brands for an Ethical Workout
Healthy living leads to an active lifestyle. In this fast-fashion era, sustainable activewear brands not only give you a lot of design choices but also provide you with peace of mind while wearing them.
Smart Buildings: Future of Sustainable Property Investments
As the world steps into the future, smart buildings are increasingly becoming a solution for meeting commercial real estate and sustainability needs.
Commercial Real Estate: Greenhushing and Stranded Assets:
Greenhushing happens when a company underreports environmental, social and governance (ESG) information. Let’s discuss the details.
2024’s International Crackdown on Greenwashing Marketing
Here, you can learn more about the crackdown on greenwashing, and the banned practices you should avoid to remain an industry leader or top competitor.
The Impact of Seasonal Shopping on Waste Generation
The holidays put pressure on landfills, and every household and business can put fewer stressors on the world by reconsidering seasonal shopping habits.
Create a Low-Impact Home with Sustainable Design Principles
This articles explores how you can adopt sustainable design principles to help you create a low-impact home, a living space that is eco-conscious and beautiful.
5 Red Flags to Consider When Buying ‘Sustainable’ Jewelry
Sustainable jewelry brands have clear ethical practices that benefit people and the planet. Avoid these five red flags to find genuine sustainable brands.
The Heat Pump: Exploring the Environmental Advantages
The greatest advantages of heat pumps are that they save consumers money while also creating a safer, more comfortable home and protecting the environment.
The Power of Individual Action Against Climate Change
Historically, taking decisive climate action has been the domain of policymakers and corporations. The time has come to personally join the fray.
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.
The COVID-19 Plastic Crisis: From Masks to Marine Debris
The covid-19 pandemic has highlighted vulnerabilities in our waste management systems and underscored the need for more sustainable practices and materials.
What is “Leatherette”? And Why Does it Make Great Gifts?
Leatherette has been a popular replacement for natural leather for decades. It’s elegant and sophisticated, but doesn’t harm animals to produce.
Resilient Infrastructure: Buiding Climate-Adaptive Cities
To help address climate change, resilient infrastructure in terms of the sustainable design of roads, bridges, energy grids, and water systems is crucial.
Biofuels Do More Harm Than Good: An In-Depth Analysis
Contrary to claims, biofuels are not carbon neutral. In fact, in many cases, biofuels end up emitting more carbon than traditional fossil fuels. Let’s discuss.
The Key Principles Driving Sustainable City Planning Today
Searching for a greener city? You can look for several key principles driving sustainable city planning wherever you decide to live. Let’s discuss the details.
With Life: How Living Systems Are Transforming Organisations
The With Life Cultivator provides the antidote to acceleration and extractive growth by looking to living systems as a model for organisations and business.
Ferns and Urban Heat Islands: A Promising Solution
Certain characteristics could make ferns another eco-friendly way to address the exacerbating effects of heat islands. Let’s take a closer look.
Ethical and Sustainable Jewelry: Vintage and Second-Hand
Vintage and second-hand is a great place to start when looking for sustainable jewelry. Let’s have a closer look at the ethical and environmental issues.
How to Maintain a Minimalist Home That Lasts
A minimalist home is simple, functional and not cluttered with unnecessary possessions. It’s also a lifetime commitment that requires upkeep. Let’s discuss!
Sustainable Sourcing: Guide to Ethical Supply Chain
Sustainable sourcing looks at the impact of procurement decisions on the environment and local communities, and the overall sustainability of the business.