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East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 hours ago

Tired of frivolous' landmark attempts, Berkeley council members want to raise bar for petitions

Berkeley City Council is considering raising the petition signature threshold for landmark designation to address concerns over blocking housing development.
London
fromTime Out London
14 hours 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.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 hour ago

Judge hears environmental lawsuits against Oakland airport over expansion

Activists are challenging the Port of Oakland's airport expansion due to concerns over air pollution and inadequate health assessments.
fromArchDaily
18 hours ago

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

Architecture can no longer be conceived as an isolated object, detached from the technical networks that sustain contemporary life. This condition calls for new readings and approaches.
Design
Online marketing
fromThe Cool Down
6 hours ago

Residents worldwide call out massive, overly bright billboards as both annoying and dangerous

Bright advertising boards in urban areas are causing distractions and health concerns, prompting calls for regulation.
Environment
fromFuturism
4 hours ago

Trump Moves to Let Coal Companies Pollute Waterways With Their Toxic Slag

The Trump administration proposes rollbacks to coal ash regulations, threatening health protections and allowing states to exempt energy companies from federal standards.
#earth-day
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 hours ago

Searching for a 'technofix' to climate change has many dangers. Could radical humility save the planet?

Technological solutions to climate change may pose unforeseen risks and dangers to the planet.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
13 hours 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.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
14 hours ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
#thrift-stores
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
22 hours ago

Why Many Thrift Stores Won't Accept Small Kitchen Appliances - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often refuse to accept donated small kitchen appliances due to liability concerns and safety standards.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Many Thrift Stores Don't Want These Kitchen Items - But You Can Donate Them Elsewhere - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often do not accept large appliances due to legal, liability, and hazardous waste concerns.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
22 hours ago

Why Many Thrift Stores Won't Accept Small Kitchen Appliances - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often refuse to accept donated small kitchen appliances due to liability concerns and safety standards.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Many Thrift Stores Don't Want These Kitchen Items - But You Can Donate Them Elsewhere - Tasting Table

Thrift stores often do not accept large appliances due to legal, liability, and hazardous waste concerns.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Stop Treating ESG Like a Costly Obligation - When Used Well, It Becomes a Growth Advantage

ESG identifies operational and financial risks, enhancing resilience and performance beyond mere compliance.
#new-york-city
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

FIRST ON STREETSBLOG: Mamdani To Fully Fund Trash Containerization - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will implement citywide containerization of residential trash by 2031 to improve New York's sidewalks.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago
New York City

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

Funding for New York City's trash containerization program is uncertain, risking the continuation of efforts to improve waste management.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

FIRST ON STREETSBLOG: Mamdani To Fully Fund Trash Containerization - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will implement citywide containerization of residential trash by 2031 to improve New York's sidewalks.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

Funding for New York City's trash containerization program is uncertain, risking the continuation of efforts to improve waste management.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
#zohran-mamdani
fromHell Gate
1 day ago
NYC politics

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Mayor marks Day 100 with Bronx illegal-dumping cleanup after citywide vote

Zohran Mamdani's first 100 days as mayor focused on community engagement and addressing both major policies and local quality-of-life issues.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
1 day ago

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Mayor marks Day 100 with Bronx illegal-dumping cleanup after citywide vote

Zohran Mamdani's first 100 days as mayor focused on community engagement and addressing both major policies and local quality-of-life issues.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.
#environmental-advocacy
Environment
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 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
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 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.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
3 days ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
#sustainability
fromEarth911
1 day ago
Environment

Sustainability In Your Ear: Author Michael Maniates on Why Green Shopping Isn't Enough

Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Author Michael Maniates on Why Green Shopping Isn't Enough

Buying eco-labeled products does not lead to significant systemic change in reducing carbon emissions.
Environment
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
Public health
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Police investigating suspected arson at Toronto waste facility | CBC News

Firefighters responded around 1 a.m. near Unwin Avenue and Cherry Street. Toronto Fire said crews found some rail cars and materials that are sorted at the site on fire.
Canada news
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Police, city investigating tree removals from leafy midtown neighbourhood without permit | CBC News

Toronto police and city staff are investigating the illegal removal of three mature evergreens without a permit in a midtown neighborhood.
fromNew York Daily News
5 days ago

Brooklyn grandma viciously beaten after asking women to pick up their dogs' poop

Linda Scott was attacked by a woman outside her President St. home near Troy Ave. in Crown Heights around 9 a.m. Monday, cops said. Video obtained by the Daily News shows the victim arguing with a woman, whose two unleashed dogs run freely on the sidewalk nearby, when another woman wearing a red sweatshirt storms up and starts swinging.
Brooklyn
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week 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 startup
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Best of Sustainability In Your Ear: Plastic Bank's David Katz on Grassroots Recycling Solutions

Plastic Bank promotes grassroots recycling to create resilient communities and reduce ocean plastic waste through partnerships and innovative compensation models.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
9 hours ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
9 hours ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
Environment
fromEarth911
14 hours 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.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

Circularity Cements Memory in Cast Concrete

True ingenuity in architecture lies in negotiation with the past rather than erasure, as demonstrated by the Trace project in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Hackney mayoral race sees Greens take on Labour

Hackney's mayoral election features Labour's Caroline Woodley and Green's Zoe Garbett, focusing on housing and cost of living concerns.
Philosophy
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

I'm worried there's too much of me,' says a birch: inside the interspecies council giving nature a voice

Interspecies councils expand governance representation to include non-human voices, promoting a shift in consciousness about our relations with nature.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Say hello to the UK's most successful growth industry: organised waste crime | George Monbiot

Illegal waste dumping in the UK has surged, with thousands of sites and minimal penalties for offenders, creating a thriving criminal industry.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Say no to pesticides, mix up your lawn and six more ways to help bees to thrive

Solitary bees are crucial pollinators, with over 240 species in the UK, but they are facing significant population declines.
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

The Role of Exhaust Repairs in Emission Control

Vehicle emissions are critical for compliance and corporate image, making timely exhaust repairs essential for environmental accountability.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
6 days ago

You Don't Need a Yard to Start a Garden - Here's What to Do Instead

Container gardening allows for thriving gardens in small spaces with proper tools and diligent watering.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
1 day ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Carmen De La Rosa

Carmen De La Rosa focuses on housing, technology access, and senior support in her role as a New York City Council Member.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 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.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
6 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
fromwww.bxtimes.com
5 days ago

Governor Hochul announces congestion pricing is funding air quality improvements at Hunts Point Market Bronx Times

Congestion pricing has been a once-in-a-lifetime success story, leading to cleaner air, better transit and faster and safer traffic throughout the city. We knew that to do this right, we had to bring real air quality improvements directly to parts of New York City that have been neglected for far too long.
New York City
#recycling
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Where Is The Circular Packaging Economy In 2026?

Corrugated cardboard recycling is efficient, while plastic recycling faces significant challenges, highlighting the complexities of achieving a circular packaging economy.
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.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Where Is The Circular Packaging Economy In 2026?

Corrugated cardboard recycling is efficient, while plastic recycling faces significant challenges, highlighting the complexities of achieving a circular packaging economy.
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.
#waste-management
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Environment

Environment Agency too weak to tackle illegal waste dumping, MPs say

The Environment Agency lacks the necessary powers and intelligence to effectively combat the rising issue of illegal waste dumping in the UK.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
Environment

'It's a nightmare' - The London borough with England's lowest recycling rate

Tower Hamlets residents face confusing and inefficient waste management systems, with limited food waste recycling and complicated procedures for disposing of recyclables in multi-unit buildings.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks 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.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Environment Agency too weak to tackle illegal waste dumping, MPs say

The Environment Agency lacks the necessary powers and intelligence to effectively combat the rising issue of illegal waste dumping in the UK.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

This Dorchester resident brings trash to City Hall to raise awareness of the litter problem in Boston

A Boston activist collects discarded city infrastructure and deposits it at City Hall to highlight government neglect and resource misallocation.
New York City
fromCurbed
6 days ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
Agriculture
fromEarth911
3 weeks 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.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

After 10 years of fighting, 'No Coal' activists gear up for new battle

Activists are mobilizing to impose strict regulations against a coal export terminal in West Oakland, challenging the developers' progress.
Environment
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

The fossil fuel illusion, and New York's chance to move beyond it

Dependence on fossil fuels makes nations vulnerable; transitioning to renewable energy is essential for economic and political stability.
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.
fromPhilosophynow
1 week ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week 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.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Behind this door is the huge fatberg that can't stop depositing poo balls on Sydney's beaches

A massive fatberg at the Malabar wastewater treatment plant has caused beach closures in Sydney due to dislodged waste being carried back to shore.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
#fly-tipping-enforcement
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Fly-tippers could be forced to clear their own rubbish under new crackdown

The UK government proposes forcing fly-tippers to clean up illegally dumped waste and allowing councils to seize offender funds for cleanup operations as fly-tipping increases 9% annually.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Fly tippers face clearing up own rubbish as punishment

English local authorities will gain powers to enforce fly-tipping penalties including 20 hours community service and fines up to £300 without court proceedings.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Drivers could get licence points for fly-tipping

The UK government proposes adding penalty points to driving licences for fly-tipping offences, potentially leading to driving bans, as part of a new Waste Crime Action Plan.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Officials could gain police-style powers to tackle fly-tippers

The UK government plans to grant Environment Agency officers police-style powers including warrant-less searches, asset seizure, and arrest authority to combat fly-tipping and illegal waste dumping.
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.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

More than 70 UK councils failed to issue single fine for littering last year

Many UK councils are not enforcing littering fines, leading to increased littering and potential revenue loss for local authorities.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

Illegal dumping fines could go up a lot in Oakland

Oakland is increasing fines for illegal dumping, with first-time violators now facing $1,500 instead of $750, and eliminating the three-year fine reset mechanism.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lobbyists send legal threats to councils over anti-wood burner campaigns

UK wood-burning stove industry lobbyists threatened legal action against councils for public health campaigns warning of air pollution harms from wood burners.
London politics
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Environment officers given police-style powers to fight waste crime

The government is implementing a zero-tolerance approach to waste crime, granting environment officers police-like powers including warrant-less searches, asset seizure, and arrest authority to combat illegal dumping gangs.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Two hours after clearing flytip, rubbish is dumped again'

Croydon experiences over one thousand flytips weekly, the highest in the country, costing the council £1 million annually to address through enforcement and cleanup operations.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Council told to plan for rubbish fire health risks

Havering Council must monitor long-term health impacts from repeated fires at contaminated Arnolds Field, where residents report eye irritation and coughing.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Ealing Council launches hit-squad' to crack down on fly-tipping

Ealing Council will invest £510,000 in tidy teams, deploy 50 remote CCTV cameras, and raise council tax by 4.99% to tackle fly-tipping and antisocial behaviour.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Hit-squad' to tackle fly-tipping in Ealing

Ealing Council will invest in tidy teams, CCTV, recycling pilots, park refurbishments and street-lighting while raising council tax by 4.99%.
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
fromEarth911
2 months ago

8 Ways to Reduce Your Impact Today

Simple daily choices—using reusables, conserving water, swapping to LEDs, and avoiding single-use plastics—reduce environmental impact while saving money.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

London's rubbish problem: Can the city finally clean up its act?

Veolia's Southwark recycling facility processes 100,000 tonnes annually using automated systems and manual sorting, while contamination from inappropriate items significantly hampers recycling efficiency.
Environment
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

35 Photos From Dumpster Divers That Prove Just How Much Waste We Produce On A Daily Basis

Dumpster divers recover abundant, usable food, electronics, household items, and higher-value goods, reducing waste and offsetting rising costs for individuals and families.
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