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NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
6 hours ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
10 hours ago

Education to Improve the Planet's Health, and Our Own

Nature enhances human health, but environmental degradation now negatively impacts well-being, necessitating education reform for Planetary Health.
#sustainability
Environment
fromEarth911
21 hours ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

These Overlooked Kitchen Items Can Replace Small Trash Bags, And You Already Have Them - Tasting Table

Repurpose existing plastic bags from groceries and takeout as free alternatives to specialized trash bags.
Business
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Environment
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
Environment
fromEarth911
21 hours ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

These Overlooked Kitchen Items Can Replace Small Trash Bags, And You Already Have Them - Tasting Table

Repurpose existing plastic bags from groceries and takeout as free alternatives to specialized trash bags.
Business
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Environment
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
#waste-management
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps

Three major illegal rubbish dumps in England will be cleaned up at taxpayer expense as part of a national waste crime action plan.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps

Three major illegal rubbish dumps in England will be cleaned up at taxpayer expense as part of a national waste crime action plan.
#methylsiloxane
OMG science
fromMail Online
13 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
OMG science
fromMail Online
13 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
OMG science
fromMail Online
13 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
OMG science
fromMail Online
13 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
#new-york-city
fromGothamist
3 days ago
New York City

Mamdani to swap parking spots for more than 6,500 curbside Empire Bins across NYC

New York City
fromTime Out New York
5 hours ago

NYC parking spots are becoming locales for giant trash bins

New York City will replace curbside garbage bags with large 'Empire Bins', converting over 6,500 parking spaces to improve sanitation.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Mamdani to swap parking spots for more than 6,500 curbside Empire Bins across NYC

New York City will replace garbage bags with large trash bins to improve cleanliness and reduce rat sightings.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Thousands of curbside Empire' trash bins coming to more parts of NYC | amNewYork

New York City will replace black garbage bags with lidded containers, expanding Empire Bins across all boroughs by 2031.
fromHyperallergic
13 hours ago

Art by Graphic Rewilding Blooms at Brookfield Place in New York City

Fleeting Opulence transforms the Winter Garden and surrounding spaces into an immersive celebration of the natural world, featuring larger-than-life flowers and cherry blossoms.
Arts
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Oakland is turning to AI drones to help solve its illegal dumping problem

Oakland is using AI-powered drones to identify illegal dumping locations and improve waste management efficiency.
#composting
Coffee
fromTasting Table
11 hours ago

If You're Composting Used Tea Bags, Make Sure To Follow This Rule - Tasting Table

Composting tea bags can reduce food waste, but only if the bags are free of plastic and metal components.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.
Coffee
fromTasting Table
11 hours ago

If You're Composting Used Tea Bags, Make Sure To Follow This Rule - Tasting Table

Composting tea bags can reduce food waste, but only if the bags are free of plastic and metal components.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.
#climate-change
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Burning wood for power worse for climate than gas equivalent, report finds

Burning wood for power generation can be more harmful to the climate than burning gas, even with carbon capture.
Environment
fromNature
2 weeks ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
19 hours ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
NYC food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
9 hours ago

Meet NYC's rooftop beekeeper

Beekeeper Andrew Coté finds comfort in bees and creates unique rooftop honey across NYC, connecting his work to family and community.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough

"A stellarator is a thing that is objectively very difficult to design, objectively very difficult to build, but if it works, it can control the burning hot plasma better than a tokamak."
Science
London
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Nothing left': Hong Kong fire survivors return to burnt homes

Survivors of the Hong Kong fire return to their homes five months later, finding little left intact after the tragedy.
#data-centers
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
Renovation
fromRemodelista
18 hours ago

Eco-Friendly Terrazzo Made from Wood Waste for Counters, Floors, and More

Terrazzo, originally a 15th-century Venetian creation, has evolved with sustainable wood-based variants gaining popularity for their versatility and eco-friendliness.
#outdoor-living
Renovation
fromBrownstoner
14 hours ago

Find Outdoor Living Inspiration in These Brooklyn Gardens

Outdoor spaces in Brooklyn are designed to reflect homeowners' needs and enhance living areas.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
15 hours ago

Redesigned McGuinness Boulevard Sees Fewer Cars: DOT

The redesigned McGuinness Boulevard has increased cycling, reduced vehicle traffic, and slightly extended travel times.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
17 hours ago

A mine despoiled the beauty of the rainforest. This Goldman Prize winner took action

Theonila Roka Matbob won the Goldman Environmental Prize for her activism against environmental and social harms caused by mining in Bougainville.
#gardening
Pets
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

If You Find A Bird Egg In Your Vegetable Garden, Here's What You Need To Do Next - Tasting Table

Bird nests and eggs are legally protected; do not relocate them to avoid fines and ensure bird safety.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

A Toothpick Can Save Your Garden Edibles From Too Much Water - Tasting Table

Toothpicks can effectively check soil moisture for plants, preventing overwatering and ensuring proper hydration.
Pets
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

If You Find A Bird Egg In Your Vegetable Garden, Here's What You Need To Do Next - Tasting Table

Bird nests and eggs are legally protected; do not relocate them to avoid fines and ensure bird safety.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

A Toothpick Can Save Your Garden Edibles From Too Much Water - Tasting Table

Toothpicks can effectively check soil moisture for plants, preventing overwatering and ensuring proper hydration.
Agriculture
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'This could be groundbreaking for Ireland Inc and the midlands' - New research reveals transformative potential of 'energy parks'

Bord na Móna is set to transform state-owned bogland into energy-parks combining windfarms, data centres, and manufacturing facilities.
#california
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

What to plant (and what to remove) in California's new 'Zone Zero' fire-safety proposal

California proposed new landscaping regulations for fire-prone areas, creating a 1-foot 'Safety Zone' around homes where no burnable materials are allowed.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Many fire survivors in California choose to rebuild all-electric homes for health, cost savings, and climate concerns despite policy rollbacks allowing gas connections.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

What to plant (and what to remove) in California's new 'Zone Zero' fire-safety proposal

California proposed new landscaping regulations for fire-prone areas, creating a 1-foot 'Safety Zone' around homes where no burnable materials are allowed.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Many fire survivors in California choose to rebuild all-electric homes for health, cost savings, and climate concerns despite policy rollbacks allowing gas connections.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

This Charming City in the South Has One of the Largest Urban Forests in the U.S.-and It's Only a 2.5-hour Drive From Charleston

Aiken, South Carolina, offers rich history, equestrian culture, and outdoor activities, making it a worthy destination alongside Charleston.
#urban-ecology
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: She's a Hollywood housekeeper with a side job: cleaning the trashed streets of her own neighborhood

Community members actively address local litter and dumping issues despite limited city support.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'Gardening can help young people feel at peace'

A garden highlighting mental health pressures on young people will debut at the Chelsea Flower Show before becoming a community space in Newham.
#earth-day
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Earth Day Fest: Animals, Demos & Food Trucks (East Bay)

Celebrate Earth Day on April 23 at Pleasant Hill City Hall with activities, demonstrations, and food trucks.
NYC music
fromThe Village Voice
6 days ago

Jumpstart Your Earth Day Vibes at Union Square - The Village Voice

Protecting the planet is essential amidst daily emergencies, and the Earth Day 2026 Festival encourages advocacy and education.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Earth Day Fest: Animals, Demos & Food Trucks (East Bay)

Celebrate Earth Day on April 23 at Pleasant Hill City Hall with activities, demonstrations, and food trucks.
NYC music
fromThe Village Voice
6 days ago

Jumpstart Your Earth Day Vibes at Union Square - The Village Voice

Protecting the planet is essential amidst daily emergencies, and the Earth Day 2026 Festival encourages advocacy and education.
#architecture
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture must be viewed as interconnected with technical networks that support modern life, requiring new approaches and understandings.
Design
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture must be viewed as interconnected with technical networks that support modern life, requiring new approaches and understandings.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Exclusive: You've heard of hybrid cars. Now meet a hybrid cement plant. | TechCrunch

A startup has developed electric heating for hybrid cement and glass plants, allowing reduced fossil fuel use and cost savings.
San Francisco Giants
fromMission Local
4 days ago

Crocker Amazon turf war moves on to the Supes

The Recreation and Park Commission recommended accepting a $28-million grant for Crocker Amazon Park's renovation, despite public opposition to certain plans.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

In Mamdani's NYC, sewer socialism is out. Pothole politics is in.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes 'pothole politics' to address city issues directly and practically, focusing on tangible improvements for New Yorkers.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation

Volunteer Linda Fisher, 68, discovered the hub two years ago when she was 'socially isolated' and said the garden 'will be an ice-breaker for people walking past'.
London food
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Around Berkeley: Earth Day celebrations, beehive tour, robot building for kids

Cyclists can participate in a community beehive ride tour on April 19, with stops at local gardens and a suggested donation.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Cost of removing illegal waste mountain near River Cherwell to exceed 7m

A major clean-up of illegal waste near the River Cherwell in Oxfordshire is underway, costing £7.3 million and expected to last six months.
Arts
fromTime Out New York
4 hours ago

An artist will build a public installation made of 2,500 plastic bottles in real time

New Yorkers can participate in a public sculpture installation using discarded bottles on April 24 at Flatiron Plaza.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
18 hours ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Opinion: Don't Design Grand Army Plaza For 2007 - Build It For The Future - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza's redesign aims to transform it into a significant urban space for Brooklyn's future, inspired by visionary leadership and advocacy.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Eight Years Later, the First of Those Fancy New Trash Cans Arrive on SF Streets

Custom-made rubbish bins have finally been installed in San Francisco after a lengthy selection and design process that began in 2018.
Science
fromEngadget
2 days ago

A comet gets destroyed by the sun, data centers endanger the Potomac River, and more science stories

NASA shared stunning images of a comet that exploded as it approached the sun, marking its first and last flyby.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

$1 million fine for a landowner who chopped trees? Oakland officials can't decide

Property owners face nearly $1 million in fines for illegally cutting down 38 trees, with the City Council divided on enforcement decisions.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

8 Ways To Rid Your Vegetable Garden Of Caterpillars - Tasting Table

Caterpillars can damage crops but are essential for biodiversity; effective management strategies are necessary to protect plants while maintaining ecosystem balance.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
London
fromTime Out London
6 days ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

The world ditched wasteful toilets, the US stayed behind

Toilet flushing methods in the US and Europe differ significantly, impacting water conservation efforts amid increasing water scarcity concerns.
Renovation
fromFast Company
17 hours ago

How a Rhode Island apartment building for seniors installed 277 heat pumps in just 12 days

Carroll Tower retrofitted with 277 heat pumps, reducing energy costs and emissions significantly.
New York City
fromBronx Times
3 days ago

Two Bronx districts tapped for major NYC trash bin expansion - Bronx Times

Mayor Mamdani announced a trash containerization program expansion in the Bronx, aiming for citywide implementation by 2031.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Reynoso Lays Out Brooklyn Plan For Housing And Health

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced significant investments in affordable housing, schools, and maternal health to enhance community well-being.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Long-awaited trashcans hit S.F. streets, a Tenderloroadway mural, and more

New initiatives in the Tenderloin include custom trash bins and a mural funded by a beautification grant.
Agriculture
fromHigh Country News
3 days ago

Why mycorrhizal fungi networks need more protection - High Country News

Mycorrhizal fungi are crucial for plant health and carbon sequestration, yet 90% of their biodiversity hotspots lack protection.
New York Islanders
fromCurbed
2 weeks ago

This Electric-Green Stream Is Actually a Good Thing

Clove Lakes Park in Staten Island faces odor issues linked to wastewater management, prompting investigations by environmental authorities.
fromHigh Country News
20 hours ago

Wildfires make soil poisonous - High Country News

Researchers have known since at least 2008 that wildfires can create chromium-6, but a new study, published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology in November, is the first to report details such as how long it might persist in groundwater.
Environment
fromwww.archdaily.com
3 days ago

Pignatelli Reservoirs: From Water Infrastructure to Urban Park / Hector Fernandez Elorza

The Pignatelli Reservoirs were part of a water supply system for over a century, consisting of four large reservoirs that could store up to 80,000 m³ of water.
Renovation
East Bay real estate
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Environmental Group Secures Option to Buy Former East Bay Racetrack, Will Turn It Into Park

The former Golden Gate Fields horse racing track will be transformed into a public park by the Trust for Public Land for $175 million.
Mission District
fromThesanjoseblog
3 days ago

San Jose Will Come Together for the Great American Litter Pick-Up in Downtown San Jose

Community members will participate in the Great American Litter Pick-Up on April 18 to clean the Guadalupe River Trail and Arena Green.
fromEarth911
4 days ago

How To Grow Vegetables With Aquaponics

Aquaponics systems utilize one gallon of water to produce a kilogram of leafy greens, compared to over 30 gallons in traditional farming, showcasing remarkable efficiency.
Environment
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready

New rules mandate weekly food waste collections in England, but many councils are unprepared to meet the deadline.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

More than 15m oysters to be released in the North Sea for UK rewilding project

Over 15 million juvenile oysters will be released in the North Sea to restore ecosystems and provide climate benefits.
Environment
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

Where the Hottest Blocks in Your City Are - And How To Cool Them Down - Streetsblog USA

A new tool helps cities identify and cool their hottest streets during heat waves to improve thermal comfort and encourage sustainable transportation.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

NYC's newest hobby is cleaning up trash and documenting the filth

Volunteer groups in NYC are actively cleaning up trash, fostering community bonds, and promoting shared responsibility for urban cleanliness.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Why Some Congresspeople Want to Go Big on Greenways - Streetsblog USA

The Parks to People Act proposes $300 million in federal funding for walking and biking infrastructure as essential transportation tools, despite political opposition dismissing them as distractions.
Environment
fromNature
6 days ago

Can China's Great Green Wall shape efforts to keep the world's deserts at bay?

Drylands are expanding due to global warming, affecting billions and prompting large-scale desertification combat programs like China's Great Green Wall.
Environment
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Take Action on Arbor Day to Help Our Planet

Trees are essential for a healthy planet, yet they face significant threats from wildfires, droughts, insect infestations, and deforestation.
Agriculture
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Convenience Comes at the Environment's Expense

Fast delivery convenience carries significant environmental costs through packaging waste, carbon emissions, and resource consumption, but individual yard management choices can meaningfully reduce environmental impact at a local scale.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Residents to grow food on 'unloved' public land

Hounslow Council launches Right to Grow initiative allowing residents to cultivate food on unused public land, becoming only the second London council to adopt this policy.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A delightful day at the dump: The trick is not to leave with more stuff than I arrived with!'

A recycling centre's ReUse shop in London salvages discarded items including unusual specimens like embalmed animals, vintage furniture, and antiques to resell rather than send to landfill.
Environment
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Why environmental advocates are speaking out against a planned development in northeast Pickering | CBC News

Environmental advocates oppose a planned development in northeast Pickering due to concerns about flood risk, water quality, and endangered species.
Environment
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

Guest Idea: What Really Happens After You Drop Off Recycling?

Recycling involves a complex journey from collection to sorting, influenced by local policies, technology, and consumer demand.
Miscellaneous
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

7 Unbuilt Masterplans Reimagining Urban Futures Through Ecology and Collective Space

Unbuilt urban masterplans explore adaptive spatial frameworks that recalibrate mobility, ecology, and collective life through climate-responsive design and public space integration across diverse global contexts.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Earth911 Inspiration: a Dozen Highly Effective Policies

A dozen highly effective policies in the largest countries can initiate a decisive post-carbon transition if implemented now.
Environment
fromState of the Planet
2 months ago

How Can We Mend Our Living World?

Human, animal, and plant relationships are intertwined; biodiversity decline reshapes these connections and requires rethinking narratives and interdisciplinary approaches to repair the living world.
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