Tag: London
London’s Next Pedestrian-Cycling Crossing Will Change How You Think About Bridges
As London redevelops the Battersea Power Station, a foreclosed coal plant untouched since 1983, plans have emerged for a new pedestrian-cycling bridge connecting the area to the city center.
The London...
London’s Iconic Red Phone Booths Go Green: The ‘SolarBox’ Mobile Charging Station
Ask yourself: When was the last time you used a phone box to make a call?
Last week? Last month? Last year? 2 years? 3 years?
Yeah, it’s been a while...
The 10 Greenest Cities in the World
Do you have a hankering to go someplace green? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Check out ten of the greenest cities in the world. All of these...
London Olympics environmental impact lower than expected
According to the London Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG), this past summer's Olympic games in London generated less carbon dioxide emissions than that was predicted. A whole...
Blackfriars Bridge: A Victorian Structure for the Modern World!
Blackfriars Bridge is a 923 foot structure that crosses the River Thames in central London. The bridge took over 9 years to build and was opened to the public...
Cycling above traffic: How elevated bike lanes could save modern cities
If you're like me and own a bike, but are terrified to ride it on city streets, this may interest you. A unique idea is currently being tossed around...
7 More – London’s Most Environmental Building
There has been a conscious environmental movement over the past few years that has been picking up much steam in a wide variety of sectors.
In 2009, the city of...
London 2012 Olympics: “Greenest Games Ever”
So the curtain has finally come down on the grandest stage in all of sports...
The Olympics endured 16 days of tough competition, with more than 10-thousand of the best...
London’s Blackfriars Station gets 2 miles of solar panels
Yesterday marked the beginning of the installation of 4,400 solar panels above the Blackfriars Station, which when completed will appear as a solar bridge 2 miles long. The image...
London’s Olympic Sized Wind Turbine
I'm not a big fan of the Olympics. Too many events rely on jumping. But admittedly, the 2012 Olympics in London are going to be interesting. Last week the...
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The Latest Technology Trends To Reduce Your Eco Footprint
With new applications for smart devices being developed every day, ‘green’ apps are a dime a dozen. Here are a few worth checking out.
20 Ways to Recycle & Upcycle Old Fabric
Before you toss any bits of material, try some of these recycling and upcycling ideas. You'll reduce your waste and give new life to an old fabric!
51 Household Uses of Baking Soda
Here are 51 uses for baking soda in your home that can change your life for the better. This inexpensive pantry item has many applications!
Are Vertical Farms the Future of Sustainable Agriculture?
Vertical farming could be an incredible asset for the future of sustainable agriculture. Keep reading to learn how this technology is revolutionizing how we produce food.
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4 Simple Ways to Unclog a Drain Without Harmful Chemicals
There are several inexpensive and non-toxic methods you can use to unclog drains in your home with ingredients you probably already have in your cabinets.
The Latest Developments and Breakthroughs in Solar
The solar industry has come a long way in just the last few years. The latest developments and breakthroughs in solar technology include longer-lasting solar cells, solar cells that you can print onto flexible surfaces, solar panels that track the sun from east to west throughout the day, and solar power plants that work at night. Here's a breakdown of the breakthroughs we're most excited about.
20 Ways to Recycle & Upcycle Old Fabric
Before you toss any bits of material, try some of these recycling and upcycling ideas. You'll reduce your waste and give new life to an old fabric!
