The Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard on the price we pay for cheap things.
Tag: Sustainable Living
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.