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Green Software Development: Paving the Way for Sustainable Coding

The environmental impact of software development is frequently ignored in a society that is becoming more and more computerized. Our digital experiences’ servers, data centers, and other hardware produce a sizable amount of carbon emissions. The software development community is adopting a new...

5 Tiny Habits For Sustainable Weight Loss I Religiously Follow

Growing up, I was always the heavier kid in my class and struggled with body image issues. I constantly yo-yoed with my weight, trying every diet and exercise plan under the sun, but nothing seemed to stick. From fad diets to intense workout regimens, I’ve tried it all and have often f...

Is Sustainable Art Practice Possible?

Last week the issue of the validity and form of civic art was once again in the news, but not for the familiar reasons we’ve heard a lot about in recent years over the commemoration of questionable historical figures. The British artist Rachel Whiteread called for the end of the...

Shall we redefine art fairs for a sustainable and inclusive future?

After the end of World War II, the devastation caused by the war led to a need for the recovery and preservation of cultural arts in Europe. Art communities and markets began to form as efforts were made to search for and protect artworks that had been damaged or displaced during the war. However, d...

Towards a Sustainable Generative AI Revolution

Humanity’s creative muscles are being stretched by the unstoppable generative AI revolution. By using text and other kinds of prompts, people use this technology to generate stunning images, videos, 3D shapes, VR environments and more. And yet, growing pains are starting to appear in...

Sustainable, fast, and hassle-free commuting: towards a better way of moving in Berlin.

Kicking — off the first week at Ironhack’s UX/UI Bootcamp comes our first challenge: how to use design thinking to tackle a wicked problem such as city mobility. Or more precisely for my team: how might we organize the variety of people navigating the streets of Berlin to provide a ...

Sustainable cities: Copenhagen

Copenhagen aims to be the world’s first carbon-neutral capital city by 2025 (The CPH 2025 Climate Plan, Copenhagen — Urban Development). Politically, the city also intends to demonstrate how it is possible for big cities to combine growth, development, and an enhanced quality of life whi...

Copenhagen — A Sustainable City That’s Fun For Everyone

If you are visiting that part of Europe that is carbon neutral and scores high on sustainability, you’ll be rewarded with a perfect, clean, and green getaway like Copenhagen. From the perspective of someone like me who is an advocate for sustainable travel, their endeavors to protect the envir...

Convening to define the sustainable future of our cities

Today, dozens of folks took a boat in the Copenhagen harbour headed towards a 300 year old fort. Trekoner had been set up to protect Copenhagen harbour. In the background further out at sea, the crowd could see row upon row of offshore wind turbines, highlighting the reason why they w...

Denmark’s Copenhagen, a sustainable city.

Copenhagen is an energetic design capital that mixes royal history, culture, and modern architecture with sustainability, trendy living, and impressive Nordic cuisine. Constantly evolving, it is one of the world’s most eco-friendly and developed cities. Copenhagen sits on the coastal island...

A Sustainable Step Forward in the Heart of the Desert

Great to see this vertical farm in Dubai that offers a ray of hope for sustainable agriculture in a difficult environment. It has a growing space of 712 square metres and can generate up to 3 tonnes of ultra-fresh food every month. This farm, the first of its kind in the world, demonstrates the prom...

From Numbers to Action: Translating Carbon Data into Sustainable Practices

The first line of defence lies in enhanced data capture. Gone are the days of relying on broad-brush estimates. High-resolution satellite imagery, now coupled with the analytical horsepower of artificial intelligence, can pinpoint deforestation trends and track emission sources with unprecedented gr...

CUDOS: Paving the Way for Sustainable Computing

In sustainable computing, CUDOS emerges as a transformative force, reshaping the landscape with its innovative approach. CUDOS provides decentralized, high-performance computing by harnessing blockchain technology, drastically reducing environmental impact. CUDOS addresses the escalating energy c...

Sustainable Arteries: The Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Blueprint for Urban Resilience

AsI found myself mired in the standstill traffic of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) today, a familiar wave of frustration swept over me. This arterial road, notorious for its perpetual traffic snarls, triggered a lingering question in the stagnant air: Why is it like this? A journey that sho...

Sustainable Consumption: How labels impact the way we eat

In 2021, Alex Berke, a PhD student in the City Science group at the MIT Media Lab, made a pitch to the Lab community: align the Lab’s food expenditures with the Lab’s sustainability goals by not serving meat at catered events. The proposal polarized the community — why? To answer t...

Quick Guide to Sustainable Design Strategies

This makes some uncomfortable, but design and product development teams are responsible for the decisions that they make when contemplating, prototyping, and ultimately producing a product into existence. And thus, they are implicated in the environmental and social impacts that their creations have...

The Sustainable Fashion Revolution: What’s New and Next

Ever wonder what’s really in your clothes and makeup? You’ve probably heard scary stories about toxic chemicals and the devastating impact of fast fashion on the environment. The good news is, the sustainable fashion revolution is here. Brands are waking up and innovating like never befo...

The Role of Education in Creating a Sustainable Society

Ever wonder how we ended up in this mess? You look around and see a world struggling with climate change, environmental destruction, and social inequities that seem to only be getting worse. But what if education was the key to unlocking a sustainable future? Turns out it is. When people understand ...

Sustainable Prices

Loving money may be a deadly sin, but liking money encourages us to be careful stewards of scarce resources. Saving our money by being thoughtful and well-informed shoppers is an excellent general strategy for sustainability. When we buy only what we actually want and need, our money helps...

Is the ICP Rally Sustainable? Should you Get into It Now?

Herds of individuals are flooding towards ICP right now, and we’re starting to see some exciting growth. We’re also seeing herds heading towards meme coins, and herds of individuals heading towards BRC2 tokens. Some of these pumps may well be sustainable, but identifying which of them...

Sustainable energy for government buildings.

Executive Summary: [Your Company Name], a pioneer in sustainable energy solutions, is delighted to present this proposal for the implementation of green and efficient energy systems in government buildings. With a steadfast commitment to environmental stewardship and cutting-edge technologies, we a...

The Model of Sustainable Progress

Previously, I talked about how, in the ideal case, a practical progressivism and a moderate, thoughtful conservatism act to complement each other, so that moderate, useful reforms can be achieved, and social order and harmony can be maintained, while gradually making things better for everyone. Howe...

Leveraging Data Analytics for Sustainable Business Transformation

Discover how data analytics can help organizations overcome sustainable supply chain management obstacles. We will delve into the four “hidden enemies” of green transformation and explain how to use data analytics to break down silos, integrate sustainability into core business proces...

Sustainable Sourcing Strategies: Redefining Supply Chain Practices for a Greener Future — Bart Kempff

Reducing the carbon footprint of goods production and transportation is one of the main advantages of implementing sustainable sourcing practices. During the long-distance transportation of goods, companies can reduce their emissions by giving preference to local suppliers and environmentally friend...

Sustainable Road Freight Means Batteries & Wires, Not Hydrogen

In December of 2022, the UK-based Centre for Sustainable Road Freight (SRF) had its ninth-annual international conference. Reading that, it doesn’t sound like a promising start to an engaging article. But it actually is because of what it clearly shows, I promise. What’...

L’Oréal’s latest investment is a huge boost for sustainable beauty

In 2018, the century-old beauty giant L’Oréal announced the launch of its corporate venture capital fund BOLD. An acronym for ‘Business Opportunities for L’Oréal Development’, the corporate arm was created specifically to invest in innovative beauty industry ...

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Development of Green Chemistry: A Sustainable Future Beckons

As our world faces pressing environmental challenges, the need for sustainable solutions has never been more critical. Green chemistry is an innovative approach to chemical research and engineering that aims to minimize the environmental impact of chemical processes and products. It focuses on devel...

Exploring Ecotourism: Definition, Importance, and Sustainable Travel Guidelines

In a time when climate change and extensive pollution issues take center stage, ecotourism represents a means of effecting change, albeit on a personal rather than a collective level. This form of tourism aims to heighten travelers’ awareness of conservation efforts and cultivate a deeper appr...

Sustainable Fonts in UI Design will Elevate Your Design with a Green Touch

In the realm of typography, sustainability extends beyond mere visual appeal. Sustainable fonts are meticulously created with eco-friendly processes, from their inception to the end of their lifecycle. Here’s a closer look at the elements that define a font as sustainable: Eco-Conscious ...

How to Increase Motivation and Inspire Action for a More Sustainable Future

Ina time in which we face three planetary crises — climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss — it is crucial to take action toward a healthier planet. This is crucial because our planet is providing us with everything we need to live; without these resources and beneficial ci...

Green Living Guru: Navigating the Path to Sustainable Living

Welcome to the Green Living Guru blog, your ultimate guide to navigating the path towards sustainable living! In a world where environmental consciousness is more crucial than ever, embracing green practices has become not just a trend but a necessity. Join us on this journey as we explore the benef...

More-than-human design: rethinking agency and sustainable practices

Transformation is a continuous process. 2020 has brought rapid acceleration of social transformation in a shift towards working from home, working remotely and living in the new normal of a global pandemic. Design thinking has also been going through a conceptual transformation in order to adapt to ...

Iran Needs Sustainable Management of Its Water Resources, Experts Say

Iran, a country known for its ancient history and rich cultural heritage, is facing a pressing challenge that requires immediate attention: the sustainable management of its water resources. Experts have pointed to the critical need for responsible water management to address the growing water ...

Renew the Old to the New: How Cultural and Traditional Practices Bolster Sustainable Fashion

Trends come and go, but traditional practices stay! As we slowly and gradually transition towards a greener future, we are embracing the fact that these practices have stood the test of time and are now at the forefront of making sustainable fashion easy. The fashion industry, notorious for its envi...

Sustainable Clothing: A New Era of Fashion

In the era of eco-consciousness, the fashion industry is put in the spotlight for its negative environmental impact, which fuels climate change, water pollution and excessive waste production. However, a bright hope emerges in sustainable clothing, which aims to rewrite the script. This green revolu...

Sustainable Fashion:

In the fast-paced world of fashion, trends come and go, but one movement that’s here to stay is sustainability. As consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental and social impact of their purchasing decisions, the fashion industry is undergoing a profound shift towards more susta...

Reviewing the Latest Trends in Sustainable Fashion

In recent years, the fashion industry has seen a significant shift towards sustainability. As consumers become more conscious of the environmental and social impacts of their purchases, brands are responding by incorporating eco-friendly practices into their production processes. From using organic ...

Top 5 Sustainable Fashion Brands for Eco-Conscious Shoppers

In recent years, the fashion industry has faced increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact. From water pollution to textile waste, the industry has a long way to go in terms of sustainability. However, there is a growing number of fashion brands that are committed to reducing their carbon foot...

Reviewing Sustainable Fashion Brands

In today’s world, where ethical and environmental concerns are at the forefront of many conversations, the fashion industry has also been undergoing a significant transformation. Consumers are becoming more conscious of the impact their purchasing decisions have on the planet and are increasin...

The Ultimate Guide to Buying Sustainable Fashion

In a world where the fashion industry is one of the largest contributors to environmental degradation, the concept of sustainable fashion has gained significant traction in recent years. As consumers become more conscious of the impact their purchasing decisions have on the planet, the demand for su...

“Fashion will not be sustainable until consumers are educated”

I’ve started questioning if the clothes in my wardrobe have been produced ethically. I’ve started wondering if sustainable fashion really does exist in South Africa and who are the designers pioneering this on a small or large scale. Sitting Pretty, a range by Emma Longden in Cape Tow...

Tips For The Sustainable Seamstress

Being able to say “I made that” is one of my favorite things in the world. I love being able to make things from my hands and bonus points if I’m able to make it from something old. Fiber art is a unique art as the things we make (whether it’s sewing, crocheting, or weaving) ...

The most influential sustainable fashion experts in the world

If you’re a sustainable fashion enthusiast who’s active on social media, you’ll know that there’s nothing more frustrating than looking at another ‘fast fashion haul’ on the platform. In the world we live in today, the media can be overwhelming. But social media c...

Top 15 sustainable fashion organizations in the world

The fashion industry is one of the dirtiest industries on earth. With over 150 billion garments produced annually, most clothes we buy end up in landfills or incinerators after a single use. As one of the most polluting industries in the world, fashion can be difficult to navigate for the ethical...

How Nike Next Nature 2023 is Revolutionizing Sustainable Sneakers

Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next Nature: This is Nike’s most sustainable performance shoe ever, made with at least 50% recycled content by weight. It’s also the fastest shoe in the line, featuring a responsive ZoomX midsole made with 70% recycled foam, Air Zoom pods made partially with recycl...

Embracing Sustainable Style for Earth Month

April is Earth Month! While Earth Day is April 22, there’s no reason to wait to celebrate, starting with our wardrobes. If you’ve followed me the last few years, you know I am passionate about fashion sustainability. In today’s fashion landscape, it’s not just ...

Title: Embracing Sustainable Living and Eco-Friendly Practices

In an era marked by environmental challenges and concerns about climate change, the concept of sustainable living and eco-friendly practices has gained increasing importance. From reducing carbon footprints to conserving natural resources, individuals and communities around the world are embracing e...

Green Glow: 7 Sustainable Beauty Routines for Every Skin Type

In the contemporary world, environmental consciousness holds as much significance as personal care does. Thus, not only is adopting eco-friendly beauty routines a trend; but it is also an essential need. Skincare forms an integral part of our everyday routine and has considerable potential to affect...

Sustainable small business: 5 things we’re doing

If you look at how the way you live has changed over the past few years, you’ll know our idea of what’s sustainable is always evolving. I love how we keep learning and set up my Cardiff small business Authentic House in 2018 to be part of it. I wanted to help us create homes th...