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Why building density matters as much as building efficiency

We'll always have Paris.




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US government goes after green modern design, will make architecture classical again

They will also likely offer a new definition of 'sustainable design'.




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How we get around determines what we build, and also determines much of our carbon footprint

Transportation has a much bigger impact on urban design than we think.




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City, suburb or country? Where's the best place to ride out this crisis?

Apparently, policy is more important than place.




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Urban density is not the enemy, it is your friend

The parts of New York City with the lowest density have the highest rate of COVID-19 infection.




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Urban design after the coronavirus

Urbanists are rethinking what's important about our cities in view of the pandemic.




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Why we need 'distributed density'

It is not just a choice between tall and sprawl.




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The hidden health risks of breast implants

This is serious surgery with long-term implications. We need to stop treating it so lightly.




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How to deal with chapped lips

You shouldn't have to suffer through the winter with dry and cracked lips.




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Deli counter deception: 'No nitrates added' claim is incorrect

Consumer Reports explains why the curing source for processed meats doesn't matter. It's all bad for you.




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Delta's uniform debacle proves how toxic clothes can be

The clothing production process is full of toxic chemicals that can harm human health.




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Fair trade falls short when it comes to hired farm workers

But this doesn't mean we should give up on fair trade certification.




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Elementary students in Georgia will soon learn about farming

Described as a "huge missing piece" in public education, new agriculture classes will teach kids how connected our lives are to the land.




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Now is the best time to plant a vegetable garden

It will help you to spend time outdoors, supplement your food supply, and teach kids about the life cycle of plants.




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Recycling waste water bottles into mission critical parts with 3D printing (video)

Teams operating in remote sites on military or humanitarian missions can be stalled by broken equipment. They could soon be turning their own wastes into raw materials for 3D printing parts needed to get their job done.




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What if a chef with a logistics degree imagines a no waste restaurant?

Can the hospitality industry learn something when a French chef with a degree in logistics opens a no waste restaurant in London?




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Teflon replacement on track to test definition of hazardous chemicals

If a chemical does not bioaccumulate and is not so toxic, do we need to worry about it building up in the environment?




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German President gets coal for Christmas as last black coal mine closes

Coal for Christmas, but not for being naughty. Germany commemorates the end of an era as the last black coal mine closes.




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Engineers develop strong, light "metallic wood"

This nickel structure as strong as titanium but four to five times lighter could do double duty as a battery




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Depressed? A healthy diet can help

Various healthy diets are shown to ease symptoms of depression, and they work even better for women.




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European Bison free to remain in the wild after court decision

Ruling protects the organization behind a unique project to re-establish European bison in the wild




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European industry maps chemicals added to plastics

A list of chemicals and their uses will support risk assessments and circular economy plans




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Renovation or demolition? The question gets tougher every day

Sometimes we have to decide between "neighborhood character" or carbon emissions and density. A new Passive House in Vancouver is a good example.




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Offices for the Architects Association for Northern Portugal are a wonderful mix of old and new

A minimalist and discreet addition to some exuberant older houses.




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It's time to ban demolition and design for deconstruction

Oliver Wainright of the Guardian calls for a rethink of the way we put buildings together and take them apart.




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It's Fair Tuesday; Support Fair Trade Today

A response to Black Friday and Cyber Monday with the goal of inspiring conscious consumerism.




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Why it's important to stick with fair-trade chocolate this Valentine's Day

You don't want to ruin the romance with a gift contaminated by child labour and slavery.




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Looking for delicious, ethically made chocolate? Meet Alter Eco

I've eaten a lot of fabulous fair trade chocolate, and this is undoubtedly the yummiest I've ever had!




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Show moms around the world some love by choosing Fairtrade for Mother's Day

As you spoil mom on Mother's Day, amplify your appreciation by opting for Fairtrade products that will turn the day into something even more meaningful.




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Seattle Chocolates: Decadent flavors from ethically-sourced ingredients, now feeding the hungry

This woman-owned business is making some of the best chocolates on the planet, using Rainforest Alliance certified cocoa to craft a line of luxurious truffles and bars.




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700 chocolate bars could reduce packaging on delicious treats

Testing shows just how much packaging is required to keep the yum in, and reveals some dirty little secrets on the way




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How to decipher a chocolate bar label

When buying high-quality chocolate, there are many logos, seals, and terms that can make the process of selection rather complicated. Here's a quick look at the various terms and what they all mean.




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How to make healthier homemade Nutella

This version contains no added sugar or oil, and yet it tastes fantastic.




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'Chocogedden' is fast approaching

Unless we change the way we buy chocolate, we could lose it forever.




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Cheap and cheerful rooftop garden appears

It's a bright and sunny solution to an abandoned rooftop: a garden.




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Pencil vases turn the humble pencil into a design collectible

Here's a new and novel use for that neglected historical artifact: the pencil.




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Relax, sit on a bench outside and be inspired

Can't figure out what to read? Sit on this bench and let it give you an idea.




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Big Bambu is a creation made out of 10,000 bamboo poles

Look what you can make out of bamboo poles and climbing rope in 23 days--if you are artists.




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Sneak preview of documentary about a man who planted a tropical forest singlehandedly

See this fascinating documentary about the dedicated man who created a forest the size of Central Park.




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Ten famous designers commission their wish list

What happens when ten famous designers get what they wished?




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Wildlife Photograph of the Year is a pride of lions

Wildlife photography has been celebrated for 50 years now, and it's getting better and better.




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Chelsea Flower Show triumphs despite the rain

The rain on this year's show dampened the plants but not the spirits.




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Smaller gardens at Chelsea Flower Show have big ideas

Bigger isn't always better when it comes to life and gardens at Chelsea.




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Microchips lined with human cells are the winner of the Design of the Year contest

That's a switch: a product from the field of medicine has won a design prize.




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Psychedelic twisting tunnel is a new summer pavilion

This year's specially designed and built pavilion looks like a colourful worm on the ground.




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Disorder is the theme of this year's Prix Pictet Photo Competition

Bees, ivory poaching, and war are amongst the themes portrayed in this year's shortlist.




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Shade plants that will grow in the trickiest spots

There is an art to shade gardening: keep it simple.




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Shade plants that will bloom right now

Here are a few shade plants that will add end-of-summer colour to your shady patches.




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Chelsea Flower Show is blossoming with new ideas and new designers

Change is growing this year with more women designers and lots of glorious blue flowers.




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Chelsea Flower Show's smaller gardens are becoming more radical

The small gardens are new and innovative and changing the way we look at them.