Qatar to create 16 sustainable floating hotels for World Cup
Jun 1, 2020: As construction of the Lusail International Stadium continues, Qatar, the country set to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, is also beginning to address the impending question of crowd accommodation. The massive number of fans traveling to the Middle East to enjoy the soccer competition will need a place to stay.
Green design and history meld at unique Delas Frres Winery
May 29, 2020: A recent passion project with a dedication to earth-friendly practices resulted in the conversion of a historical landscape into the Delas Frères Winery in the Rhone Valley, France.
New rules allow hunting of Alaskan bear cubs and wolf pups
May 29, 2020: The National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are easing hunting rules on some of Alaska's national preserves and at the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Conservation groups have criticized the new rules as cruel and extreme.
These prefab micro-apartments are made of shipping containers
May 29, 2020: Thanks to Containerwerk, a local building firm that specializes in upgrading used shipping containers with a new and unique insulation process, the My Home housing project offers a sustainable alternative to traditional building techniques.
Robert De Niro and partners to open a garden hotel in Poland
May 29, 2020: If a glimpse into history is on your bucket list, a stay at the soon-to-open Nobu hotel in Poland can help put a check in that column.
GoSun Flow is a portable water purifier and sanitation station powered by solar
May 28, 2020: The GoSun Flow portable solar sink and shower couldn’t have come at a better time.
Why are toothbrushes so hard to recycle?
May 28, 2020: Dentists tell us to use three or four toothbrushes per year, but most end up in landfills. How can we recycle or reuse our best tools for dental health?
UK residents enjoying record low emissions
May 28, 2020: By now, almost everybody has heard about record low CO2 emissions brought on by coronavirus lockdowns. But new data shows not only that the U.K.'s emissions are the lowest they've been since the 1920s, but there's reason to hope they might not shoot back up to pre-pandemic rates as soon as life returns to quasi-normal.
New map exposes secrets of Antarctica's green snow
May 28, 2020: Antarctica’s peculiar green snow is spreading.
UNStudio to transform Gyeongdo Island into a sustainable tourism destination
May 28, 2020: The project celebrates the island's natural beauty.
Airy Santa Monica Canyon home embraces views of nature and art
May 27, 2020: Reclaimed materials, a world-class art collection and an indoor/outdoor lifestyle combine in this recently completed Los Angeles residence designed by Santa Monica-based firm Conner + Perry Architects. Built for Los Angeles natives, this luxurious four-bedroom family home with large windows and a natural material palette was thoughtfully inserted into a wooded Santa Monica Canyon.
Italy's Relaunch Decree helps homeowners install solar photovoltaic systems for free
May 27, 2020: Relaunch Decree offers homeowners in Italy free solar power systems.
An abandoned Chinese village is reborn as an interactive art destination
May 27, 2020: The recently completed Holland-Dafang Creative Village transformed a dilapidated village into a new hub for the arts.
Green-roofed villa blends into a Costa Rican jungle landscape
May 27, 2020: Hidden in the lush mountains of Costa Rica is Atelier Villa, a green-roofed residence that opens up to gorgeous surroundings.
"Wither" artistically represents deforestation in the Amazon
May 27, 2020: While all eyes are on the national and international headlines regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, it appears no one is watching and protecting the rainforest, which is experiencing a "newly deforested area" that is "71% larger" than previous records, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Babylon Bridge features hanging gardens over the Seine
May 26, 2020: Inspired by the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the proposed bridge would be covered with greenery on multiple levels.
LEED Platinum-certified Half Moon Bay Library targets net-zero energy
May 26, 2020: At three times the size of its predecessor with a recently minted LEED Platinum certification, California’s Half Moon Bay Library is an impressive community resource in more ways than one.
5 Reasons to Travel by Campervan
May 26, 2020: A definite for everyone’s bucket list, at least once in your life you should try campervan travel. Take charge of your holiday and sit behind the wheel of your own... The post 5 Reasons to Travel by Campervan appeared first on About My Planet.
Heatherwick Studio completes nature-filled EDEN apartments in Singapore
May 26, 2020: Greenery spills down the sides of EDEN, a nature-filled apartment building in the historic Newton district of Singapore.
Montreal unveils plans for award-winning Biodiversity Corridor
May 26, 2020: Following decades of car-oriented growth that replaced swaths of greenery with asphalt, the city of Montreal is attempting to bring nature back.
Designers propose sustainable housing in response to COVID-19 lifestyle changes
May 26, 2020: In response to how COVID-19 continues to reshape our lives, Studio BELEM proposes a live/work housing scheme.
Off-grid bamboo bungalow embraces nature in Thailand
May 25, 2020: Set approximately 1,200 meters above sea level in a rural area, the remote property has no electricity, water supply or even other buildings nearby. As a result, the architects created TREE Sukkasem VILLA, a self-sustaining home that combines traditional Thai design and contemporary elements.
Geothermal-powered dorm minimizes its carbon footprint in Quebec
May 25, 2020: The new dorm complements the boarding school's existing architecture while raising the bar for sustainable design.
How to make vegetable broth with scraps to reduce food waste
May 22, 2020: Get ready to make flavorful, comforting recipes with this tutorial on how to make your own broth to reduce food waste.
Migrating monarch butterflies get the right-of-way in new agreement
May 22, 2020: A new nationwide right-of-way agreement aims to protect migrating monarch butterflies.
U.S. rabbit populations contend with lethal virus, RHDV2
May 22, 2020: Wildlife officials recently announced outbreaks of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Type 2 (RHDV2) ravaging Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona and California. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) deems RHDV2 as seriously contagious and nearly always fatal amongst domestic and wild rabbit species and their close relatives, hares and pikas.
Ancient Mayan-inspired Casa Merida operates off the grid in Mexico
May 22, 2020: The self-sufficient Casa Merida stays naturally cool, unlike its neighbors that rely heavily on AC.
LEED-seeking apartments house formerly homeless families in San Francisco
May 22, 2020: The development is not only a champion of humanitarian architecture but also embodies sustainable principles including high-density living and energy-efficient design.
Tiny minimalist cabin in the Pyrenees uses natural materials
May 21, 2020: Don't let the simple aesthetic of this cabin fool you! The Weekend Shelter by Agora Arquitectura conceals a powerhouse of passive design.
Crowds fill national park for Yellowstone reopening
May 21, 2020: As visitors poured in on May 18, cars with license plates from all over the country filled parking lots and hardly a mask was in sight.
US renewables hit milestone in surpassing coal output
May 21, 2020: Both the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) and the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysts (IEEFA) have revealed that, from March 25th through May 3rd, utility-scale solar, wind and hydropower collectively generated more electricity than coal! This record 40-day timespan has edged over 2019's run of 38 days when U.S. renewables first beat coal last year.
Architects design COVID-19 mobile testing labs for underserved communities
May 21, 2020: Perkins and Will is teaming up with multiple designers to find ways to reuse buses as mobile testing labs.
AKA Patagonia pays tribute to the Chilean landscape with low-impact construction
May 21, 2020: The hotel boasts views of volcanoes, mountains and glaciers.
Charles Library boasts one of Pennsylvania's largest green roofs
May 20, 2020: Designed by Snøhetta, the new Charles Library at Temple University features one of Pennsylvania's largest green roofs at 47,300 square feet.
Modernist, off-grid home in Los Angeles features a huge green roof
May 20, 2020: New York-based Marc Thorpe Design has brought its savvy architectural talents to the City of Angels in the form of a beautiful, off-grid home set in the Hollywood Hills.
Rare blue bee spotted in Florida
May 20, 2020: While most Americans have been inside watching Netflix and cultivating sourdough starter, Chase Kimmel has scoured the Central Florida sand dunes for the blue calamintha bee.
Self-sustaining retreat in Idaho is the perfect social distancing getaway
May 20, 2020: This base camp for outdoor adventures has become a welcome getaway during these uncertain times.
Work from home in style in these slippers made of natural and recycled materials
May 20, 2020: Spending a lot of time at home? Give your feet a little support and style with these vegan leather slippers.
'Hovering' gardens passively cool this energy-efficient home
May 19, 2020: This contemporary home is defined by its hanging gardens.
London creates massive car-free zones as the city reopens
May 19, 2020: How do you simultaneously discourage people from riding public transportation, avoid automobile gridlock and maintain social distancing? By designating bike- and pedestrian-only streets.
Now is the best time to build a home you never want to leave
May 19, 2020: After spending months at home, now is the perfect time to get started on your dream home.
Las Vegas.. Sin City.. Disneyland for Adults
May 19, 2020: There are a lot of misconceptions about Las Vegas that you might hear before you go; the main one being it is only good if you like to gamble. Although... The post Las Vegas.. Sin City.. Disneyland for Adults appeared first on About My Planet.
CX Landscape proposes futuristic coastal park in response to climate change
May 19, 2020: This linear park is designed to defend itself against rising sea levels.
Disney releases retro tees using bottles from the parks
May 19, 2020: Get your Disney characters delivered retro style and made from recycled materials. The line is a partnership with Unifi, a leader in the recycled fibers game.
The farm-to-food-bank movement rescues pandemic-related food waste
May 18, 2020: The farm-to-food-bank movement hopes to help farmers and those in need of food.
Seattle permanently closes 20 miles of street
May 18, 2020: Amidst stay-at-home orders, Seattle has vowed to permanently close 20 miles of street as part of the city's "Stay Healthy Streets" program.
Architecture students design award-winning Passive House in South Dakota
May 18, 2020: Students from South Dakota State University came together to design this Passive House, which is also capable of reaching net-zero energy.
Native Shoes' Bloom collection is made of repurposed algae
May 18, 2020: These sneakers help remove excess algae from rivers and lakes.
These pendant shades shine a light on recycled materials
May 18, 2020: LightArt is moving "from waste to watts" with its newest line of pendant light shades made from recycled materials.
BCSEA'S OKANAGAN CHAPTER AND THE CITY OF VERNON - VIRTUAL MEETING
May 15, 2020: Eric HrabovskyFriday, May 15, 2020BCSEA'S OKANAGAN CHAPTER AND THE CITY OF VERNON - VIRTUAL MEETING On April 4, the Okanagan Chapter, BCSEA, hosted an engagement between our task force, the City of Vernon, and members of the public. Bill Darnell and Ed Wilson represented the City of Vernon's Climate Action Plan committee. They shared details about their plans for renewable energy implementation with the heavy influence of achieving a sustainable, resilient community as soon as possible. As a chapter, we are proud to share the Okanagan with such proactive cities like Vernon! Our chapter has also been working on our Sustainable Energy Task Force report and could use help collating the data. If this might be of interest to you, plea…