Category Sustainability

Earthships are green buildings constructed using a variety of recycled materials and which also use natural processes, such as solar energy, rainwater, and plants, for the various utilities such as heating, power and water. For example, rainwater harvesting helps to provide water while plants absorb and treat sewage.

March 27, 2016Plants in the home or office have certain benefits. However, at times in an atmosphere where animals, people and furniture all fight for space, plants and their hard-to-maintain nature are a less attractive option. The Mygdal Plant Light is an example where innovation meets evolution. Image Source : Studio We Love Eames Traditionally, indoor plants have needed a lot of care and natural light to flourish.

April 04, 2016For many, what happens to you after death is not something you think about on a regular basis, but with current advances in technology, you might be surprised to learn that there are some interesting options. Besides normal burial or cremation, there are many less expensive or even less environmentally impactful alternatives.

April 04, 2016 Image Source: INFARM Website Have you ever considered how absurd it is to go to a grocery store, buy a head of lettuce, and then later on notice that it came from somewhere really far away like Chile? How many planes, trains and trucks did it take for that head of lettuce to arrive in your refrigerator?

April 09, 2016Recycling materials and things that would otherwise be trash is one of the best things you can do for the environment. However, current recycling bins are bulky and look bad sitting around the house. One Environmental Attorney set out to create a stylish and practical recycling bin that utilizes the paper bags you get from shopping as recycling bags for a hassle free process.

April 13, 2016 Image Source: Cantrell Crowley Year after year, urban planning has changed radically. The building of cities and towns has a multifaceted and complex history. Although urban planning has only been recognized as an urban profession for less than a century, cities all over the world highlight the different elements of conscious design including everything from layout to functionality.

July 06, 2016Skateboards are extremely convenient: they take up little space, are easily (and cheaply) maintained, and they are a great method of transportation. Bureo skateboards bring all the generic skateboard expectations, but also help save the oceans. The company brings a new line of skateboards dedicated to saving marine life by using recycled nets and turning them into skateboards.