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Exposure to trees, the sky and birdsong in cities beneficial for mental wellbeing
Researchers at King's College London, landscape architects J & L Gibbons and art foundation Nomad Projects have used smartphone-based technology to assess the relationship between nature in cities and momentary mental wellbeing in real time. They found that (i) being outdoors, seeing trees, Read More...
Your next piece of jewelry could be made of recycled motherboards from Dell
Dell’s trash will soon be your treasure, now that the computing company is partnering with actress Nikki Reed to turn electronic waste into recycled gold jewelry. Known as the new Circular Collection, this jewelry line is made from the gold recovered from Dell computer motherboards, and Read More...
Get better at dealing with anger
Yesterday a loved one asked me about dealing with anger — he lashed out at someone he loves in a way that hurt her and filled him with shame and regret. I think we can all relate to this — most of us have lashed out in anger and regretted it Read More...
40,000 recycled plastic bottles insulate the zero energy TVzeb studio in Italy
This gorgeous zero energy Tvzeb studio boasts all kinds of innovative design strategies - from geothermal and solar energy generation to a Corten steel shell, extensive glazing to maximize views and winter solar gain, LED lighting and wall and roof insulation made out of 40,000 recycled Read More...
Hyundai’s Nexo hydrogen crossover can power appliances, give plants a drink
The big news from Hyundai at CES 2018 is the Nexo, a hydrogen-powered crossover that boasts brand-new technology and an eye-catching design of its own. The South Korean carmaker is also showcasing unexpected ways its fuel cell-based drivetrain can help out around the house and in the yard while Read More...
This city turned a dark highway underpass into a glowing work of art
Highway underpasses are usually no-go zones at night, but not in this Polish city. Designers converted a dark tunnel in the city of Katowice, Poland, into a colorful neon-lit sound installation. From the ceiling, PVC pipes hang and create a variety of sound effects every time a strong breeze rolls, Read More...
We need to recycle better. This infographic will teach you how to do just that
Just tossing items into the recycling bin and hoping for the best isn’t going to cut it anymore. It’s imperative that we all know what can and cannot be recycled if we want our recycling programs to work better for the environment. The good news is that learning the basics of recycling is quite Read More...
Study: Artery hardness can be reduced rapidly with high doses of vitamin D
When your arteries start to harden, oftentimes it’s a sign of heart disease. Luckily, researchers have found a new way of treating the hardening of the arteries. In a recent study, they discovered that very high doses of vitamin D can significantly and rapidly reduce arterial stiffness in just Read More...
California plans bill that requires all cars sold after 2040 to be emission-free
California is going to give gas-powered cars the boot under a new bill that was introduced on Wednesday. In line with California’s climate change policies, the bill will require every new passenger vehicle sold after Jan.1, 2040, to be zero-emission. California has nearly 300,000 electric Read More...
The 9 beliefs that are stopping you from finding inner peace
The only thing stopping us from finding the inner peace and enlightenment we all crave is our own beliefs. We want to feel the deep relaxation that comes with inner peace, but we’re too stressed out about being productive or working towards a better future. If you’re struggling to find inner Read More...