Sustainable Living – Page 3

Patagonia’s Yvon Chouinard On the High Stakes of Low Quality

The Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard on the price we pay for cheap things.

Belgian Preserve Melds Farming and Conservation, and Fights Extreme Weather

Can Europe fight the effects of extreme weather while producing enough affordable food? A model combining conservation with agriculture may offer a solution.

Where German Cars Falter, E-Bikes Gain in Power

E-bikes sales in Germany have jumped, as drivers, suppliers and even automakers embrace their role in the future of transportation.

How Japan’s Salarymen Embraced Short Sleeves Through ‘Cool Biz’

Under “Cool Biz,” salarymen and government workers don short-sleeved shirts in the summer as offices are kept above 82 degrees Fahrenheit to save energy.

One Architect Shows Sustainable Home Renovation Is Possible in Brooklyn

Using a technique called mass timber construction, a Brooklyn architect created a sustainable home for his family — with a tree growing at the center.