Sustainable Living
U.A.E. Names Oil Executive to Lead Climate Talks at COP28
A decision by the United Arab Emirates to select the head of its national oil company, one of the world’s largest, to oversee U.N. climate talks in Dubai this year has drawn ire from environmental groups across the world. But while the appointment of Sultan Al Jaber to lead the COP28 environmental gathering may seem […]
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Plunge Pools Become a Popular Alternative to the Regular Pool
When Amy Holland bought her house in Austin, Texas, in 2020, she and her husband knew they wanted to have a pool in their backyard — but not just any pool. “We don’t have kids, so we didn’t want some giant water slide, all the features,” said Ms. Holland, 46, who works in technology sales. […]
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Not Just Any Bag
This article is part of a series examining Responsible Fashion, and innovative efforts to address issues facing the fashion industry. “Plastic is not going anywhere anytime soon,” said Alex Dabagh, who started the company Anybag, its name a play on the ubiquity of plastic bags and an ode to his hometown, New York City, two […]
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Plans to Fight Global Warming Face an Obstacle in Paris: Trees
PARIS — Long a favorite spot for picnics and sunbathing, the lawns surrounding the Eiffel Tower have recently become the scene of furious protests. First came a social media campaign. Then a rally by dozens of local residents. Before long, a protester had hunkered down in a nearby plane tree for a hunger strike. The […]
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The Designer Turning Two Used T-Shirts Into High Fashion
This article is part of a series examining Responsible Fashion, and innovative efforts to address issues facing the fashion industry. What makes the perfect thrifted T-shirt? For the designer Erin Beatty, it’s often in the texture — not too stiff nor too soft, and worn enough for the color to be muted but not faded. […]
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In Busan, A Smart City Built on Data Takes Shape
The air-filtering system is among the 15 products in each home provided by Samsung — including the AirDresser, a closet that can dry clean, steam and sanitize clothes — all of which can be controlled using the SmartThings app. But smaller businesses, in a country known for its electronics conglomerates, also have a presence. Unmanned […]
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Frustrated With Utilities, Some Californians Are Leaving the Grid
The appeal of off-grid homes has grown in part because utilities have become less reliable. As natural disasters linked to climate change have increased, there have been more extended blackouts in California, Texas, Louisiana and other states. A Critical Year for Electric Vehicles The popularity of battery-powered cars is soaring worldwide, even as the overall […]
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Travel Industry Takes Crucial First Step Toward Combating Climate Change
He pointed to an example of a trail that was built in a national park that was designed to involve local communities in the active management of the area. “Over 30 percent of our land and sea are preserved national parks, so it’s humanly impossible to supervise all these areas,” he said. “The community can […]
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