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This home isn't the only example of how alternative building methods can help regulate internal temperatures.

Tech

Recently listed home garners attention for its unique, upcycled design: 'The bottles keep the house really comfortable'

"Such a good idea!"

Home

Plant expert shares watering hack to save money on gardening equipment: 'This is so smart'

"Threatening legal action may be needed for landlords unwilling to understand that your project will only increase their property's value!"

Home

Tenant shares frustrations after landlord bars EV charging: 'They aren't allowed to say no'

"Punishments for damaging natural places and our wildlife need to be dramatically increased in severity."

Outdoors

Fisherman convicted for disturbing protected natural wonder with shovel: 'His actions resulted in significant financial and ecological harm'

"I wanted one but could not justify the cost to myself."

Home

Frugal shopper excited after finding high-tech kitchenware at thrift store: 'What a score'

Ginger is a great addition to many recipes, so this hack will help you amp up your cooking while wasting less ginger.

Food

Home cook shares tip to keep ginger root fresher for longer: 'How am I just finding this out?'

"I want to do this."

Home

Homeowner shares simple routine to save big on energy bills: 'This is my whole personality now'

The advantage of bioremediation is that, unlike dig-and-haul, it actually addresses the pollution instead of just transferring it somewhere else, and it's cheaper.

Tech

Scientist optimistic that 'solar-powered vacuum cleaners' could revolutionize cleanup of hazardous sites: 'We have a whole different concept for how to manage and heal our land'

"When we first embarked on this project we were overwhelmed by the public interest."

Tech

Scientists use fascinating method to save future of apple industry: 'We have an opportunity to taste back in time'

Unfortunately, these laws are a canary in the coal mine for the worsening droughts across the U.S.

Business

Lawmakers advance strict bill to prevent water exports: 'We need to be responsible'

"Today's batteries are extremely inefficient compared to their ultimate potential, and we are likely just at the very beginning of a battery revolution."

Tech

Researchers explore technology to power batteries with micro black holes: 'The ultimate physical limit on battery efficiency'

The product has the power to help keep power flowing into houses and businesses in the event of grid power outages and climate emergencies.

Tech

Tesla sparks intrigue with video of new Powerwall product in action: 'Designed to operate in extreme environments'

According to the Global Wind Energy Council report, capacity installation of wind energy was 50% higher in 2023 than the year before.

Business

Report reveals wind industry must triple its capacity to meet global targets: 'We now have just seven years'

The Bitterroot Mountains are one of six key recovery zones for grizzlies in the Lower 48 states.

Outdoors

Agency moves forward with plans to reintroduce grizzly bears to native habitat: 'The Service will identify several actions to consider'

The research team collected anonymous data on psychiatric care visits grouped by ZIP codes.

Tech

New study identifies factor capable of reducing people's need for mental health services: 'The threshold for good mental health'

"Discouraging or banning kids from playing outdoors by riding bikes and scooters sets a bad example."

Home

Frustrated resident seeks advice as HOA considers bike ban for traffic safety: 'I don't think there is a good solution here'

"Do you even really need a straw?"

Business

Customer sparks debate with photo of to-go coffee packaging: 'That is a simulation of action'

There are a number of innovative techniques to create weather-resilient homes.

Tech

Incredible home of former Apple designer achieves first-of-its-kind status in neighborhood — check out the details

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