If you’ve ever considered vacationing in Taos, consider staying in an Earthship for the night. Earthships are surp…
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The Science of Shh!
Imagine you’re living in the heart of a major city, surrounded 24/7 by the roar of traffic, yet when you step into…
Eco-Friendly Business Cards: From Watermark to Watercress
Have you ever been jealous of a colleague’s business card? Remember the classic scene in American Psycho when a bu…
Matches Vs. Lighters: Which Is More Eco Friendly?
You wouldn’t think that matches would be the eco-friendly option amongst fire-lighting devices. And you’d be…
Skirting the Issue
The great thing about a dress is that it makes for a very easy outfit. Throw it on, zip it up, add some jewelry and a pa…
Preserve What We've Got with Recycled Plastic Products
We have to admit it: virgin plastic is one of our worst Achilles’ heels. Recycled plastic, while not without its o…
Reader Poll: Bike Furniture Design
A search on Craigslist today turned up over 300 bicycles for sale. This included parts with names like the fork, rocksho…
Tradition Meets Technology in Wearable Solar Accessories
MIT researcher and textile artist Elena Corchero is now exploring ways to weave tradition and technology together. In he…