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The Olympic Committee has fulfilled their promise to only use recycled materials. Los Angeles. The Summer Olympics return for their third trip. An easy promise in a city with so much existing Olympic Infrastructure. But will the Olympians be able to breathe? MORE
Designed by Nordhavn-based Lendager Group , the Holiday Cabin consists of five connected structures, all of which are constructed from upcycled waste materials found from demolition sites and local factories. Excerpt from: Upcycled materials make up this beautiful cabin retreat in Denmark. MORE
That’s where Sead Pod comes in, a vertical garden made using sustainable practices and recycled materials. Gardening should be good for the environment, adding oxygen to the air, nutrients to the soil, and filtering water for consumption. MORE
About 80 percent of the materials used in construction were recycled , including the primary maritime shipping containers that make up a majority of the structure. The 2,766-square-foot Hanging House was designed by the architects of Casa Container Marília in the rural area of ??Campos MORE
Swedish battery maker Northvolt is launching a new program, Revolt, that is devoted to recycling lithium-ion batteries. It plans to bring a pilot recycling plant online in Västerås, Sweden, in 2020, next to its existing manufacturing plant. It will serve as a platform for developing and validating the recycling?process, process, and will target an initial recycling capacity of 100 tons per year. MORE
Spread out across nine days with over a hundred locations in Eindhoven, the annual event will host a wide array of exhibitions, lectures, festivities and more — including the first-ever public presentation of a Biomaterials Archive , where attendees can see, touch, smell and even taste innovative materials made by students from organic and recycled materials. MORE
The interior design, which features furnishings by StyleCraft and textiles by Armadillo & Co , is bright and airy with a neutral color palette that enhances the natural materials. Additionally, the interior boasts a number of reclaimed materials, such as a repurposed timber bench tops and terrazzo tiles. Melbourne-based firm Breathe Architecture has brought a bit of California flair to a Melbourne suburb. MORE
ImpactAlpha, December 11 – Startups are helping minimize the environmental footprint of mainstream fashion with waterless dyes, online thrift stores, and clothes made of recycled materials. MORE
Built largely from recycled materials, the home that architect Daniel Moreno Flores recently completed for an artistically inclined client in Ecuador oozes playfulness and creativity as well as a reduced environmental footprint MORE
Introducing PHOENX, a modular luggage brand with a focus on sustainability through its use of recycled and regenerative materials. Sustainability begins with the materials sourced for the product. In the case of PHOENX, 95 percent of the materials are recycled or regenerative. For example, the shell of this hard-sided carry-on suitcase is 100 percent recycled polycarbonate. This durable luggage is made with replaceable and recycled materials. MORE
The ability to recycle materials has been around for generations, and as an increasing number of residential and commercial facilities take on the metal, plastic and glass, it has become a common task to put your recycling at the curb on garbage pick-up day MORE
Establishing a paper recycling program. Establishing a glass/plastic/aluminum recycling program. Purchasing office paper products made from 100% post-consumer recycled materials. Purchasing copy paper form 30-100% post-consumer recycled materials. MORE
Introducing PHOENX, a modular luggage brand with a focus on sustainability through its use of recycled and regenerative materials MORE
The 100 square meter residential units are made of up to 98% recycled materials; including the laminate timber and aluminum hull. MORE
Since then it has also featured cardboard tubes, dimensional lumber and wooden trusses as building material. On Friday, August 2, the Pickathon Music Festival in Happy Valley, Oregon featured a temporary performance venue designed by the Portland State University School of Architecture. MORE
Innovative design firms Layer and RÆBURN are known for creating stunning items out of repurposed materials. The armrests are wrapped with extra material for added comfort. Related: RÆBURN upcycles North Face tents into one-of-a-kind bags The parachute fabric, which is made from ultra-thin ripstop nylon material, is incredibly durable and makes perfect sense to be used in everyday furnishings. MORE
The project participants will focus on four areas: Raw and advanced materials: Develop sustainable processes for the extraction, concentration, refining, and purification of ores to generate high-purity raw materials. MORE
The art fair, in its fifth season, had a specific focus on pavilion designs that spotlighted sustainable construction , urbanization and recycling. With this methodology in mind, PAN- PROJECTS decided to use paper as their primary building material due to its strength and recyclability. MORE
Eco-friendly packaging consists of packaging materials that are made from recycled materials, reusable, compostable, biodegradable, recyclable, toxin and allergen free, or those that are manufactured in an environmentally friendly way. MORE
Eco Green a-great-choice bus-conversion ceridwen-centre converted bus design double decker bus hotel green design recycled materials teifi-valley vintage whiteVisitors to the incredibly idyllic area of the Teifi Valley in West Wales now have a quirky new accommodation to enjoy. The vintage 1964 Leyland Titan double decker bus has been renovated into a vibrant glamping location that sleeps up to six. MORE
German industrial and consumer products manufacturer Henkel announced on 17 October that it has produced bottles using chemically recycled plastic for the first time, working in collaboration with packaging manufacturer Alpla. Recycling and Reuse MORE
Dubbed the Green Isle after its abundance of greenery, the project emphasizes reduced carbon emissions with its lush landscaping, use of locally sourced and recycled materials and emphasis on natural lighting and ventilation. MORE
Using Recycled Materials. Newly planned and existing golf clubs have opted for composite materials when building or upgrading their grounds. Fencing and pillars made up of recycled plastic and timber are used in parking areas and around the clubhouse if needed. MORE
The temporary structure embodies circular principles to minimize waste and integrate recycled materials such as coffee grounds, mycelium and ocean plastic MORE
In addition to its reclaimed materials, the home also boasts a number of sustainable features , including a solar water heater. Green anonymous-architects architects architecture home house house in the trees reclaimed cedar siding recycled materials solar water heater solo taiwan urban heat island effect wooden homes worldKnown for its seemingly endless urban sprawl and noisy traffic, Los Angeles makes finding serenity no easy task. MORE
POTR Pots are flat pack plant pots designed to self-water plants and are made from 100% recycled materials. All of the materials used in the design, mainly recycled polypropylene , were sourced from nearby locations to reduce the project’s overall carbon footprint. MORE
Additionally, the innovative gardening system is made out of 95 percent recycled materials and is designed for zero waste. One of the biggest complaints about urban living is the lack of space to grow your own veggies, but this automatic home garden can fit in nearly any kitchen space. MORE
Eco Green eco-inspiration green-business hybrid-car- lakes low-emission minnesota news recycled materials repurposed materials sustainable food sustainable materialsScientists from Iowa State University (ISU) recently unveiled a natural alternative to synthetic clothing pigment. This natural alternative is sourced from brewed coffee grounds. MORE
As with all Maium raincoats, the Lightweight Parka is made using recycled PET bottles — and we all know that diverting plastic out of landfills is a good move. Excerpt from: This versatile, waterproof parka is made with recycled PET bottles. Green Recycle christmas family green design maium maium-lightweight recycled materials recycled pet united states whiteOftentimes, less is more — like when you can carry a coin purse instead of a weighty bag. MORE
Even better, the elevated building site as well as reflective windows and organically inspired colors and materials help immerse and disguise the home among its lush property. Karina Duque had a unique conundrum to overcome when it came to the design of the KDDK House. MORE
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
Eco Green community design dutch-design eco-inspiration grassroots green renovation historic city center hybrid-car- low-emission market hall news recycled materials urban regeneration urban revitalizationIn a bid to restore a lost part of nature to The Hague, MVRDV has unveiled a proposal to reopen the city’s 17th-century canals that were filled in between 1910 and 1970. MORE
Challenge your knowledge about where your trash and recycled materials … The post Earth911 Quiz #76: Where Does Your Garbage Go? Eco Recycle and-recycled appeared-first dump earth911 earth911-com- first-on-earth911 garbage home landfills materials your-knowledgeappeared first on Earth911.com. Go here to read the rest: Earth911 Quiz #76: Where Does Your Garbage Go? MORE
Designed to follow sustainable principles, the net-zero energy office is fitted with energy-efficient fixtures, environmentally friendly materials and health-minded features that have also earned the project WELL Silver certification. MORE
Spread out across nine days with over a hundred locations in Eindhoven, the annual event will host a wide array of exhibitions, lectures, festivities and more — including the first-ever public presentation of a Biomaterials Archive , where attendees can see, touch, smell and even taste innovative materials made by students from organic and recycled materials. MORE
They were specifically alarmed by the sobering fact that about 50 percent of natural leather hide is wasted (often destined for landfill) and up to 95 percent of the textiles that end up in landfills each year could have been recycled. Eco Green Recycle accessories combination design experiences fashion project recycled materials sustainable fashion travel upcycled-fabric using-the-same willow-travel MORE
When Craig Byatt Architecture was approached by eco-minded clients who wanted a home that was off-grid in an urban context and built with a combination of natural, reclaimed and locally sourced materials, the plans for the Urban Earth House were born. MORE
Engineers design flat pack self-watering plant pot Related: + POTR POTS Via BBC POTR Pots, flat pack self-watering plant pot MORE
There are many factors to consider before investing into eco-friendly materials and manufacturing methods. What materials will you need to build the house? By calculating the thermal mass of the building , you can use materials that will absorb, store and release heat slowly. MORE
Related: This durable, recyclable cooler is made from bamboo, wool, steel and aluminum Traditional plastic storage containers are often bulky to pack and haul. Most of us spend much of our time on the go, rushing to work and shuttling kids to activities. MORE
Sustainable architecture focuses on low impact construction and natural or recycled materials. The new marketing suite for Goldman Westlink is just such a building MORE
A new way of building roads with recycled plastic is being developed by Dutch company KWS Infra. The proposed system is going to use “100% recycled materials” according to the company. Alternative Materials EcoGeek recycled materials road construction MORE
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Related: This durable, recyclable cooler is made from bamboo, wool, steel and aluminum Traditional plastic storage containers are often bulky to pack and haul. Most of us spend much of our time on the go, rushing to work and shuttling kids to activities.
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When Craig Byatt Architecture was approached by eco-minded clients who wanted a home that was off-grid in an urban context and built with a combination of natural, reclaimed and locally sourced materials, the plans for the Urban Earth House were born.
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Additionally, the innovative gardening system is made out of 95 percent recycled materials and is designed for zero waste. One of the biggest complaints about urban living is the lack of space to grow your own veggies, but this automatic home garden can fit in nearly any kitchen space.
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The art fair, in its fifth season, had a specific focus on pavilion designs that spotlighted sustainable construction , urbanization and recycling. With this methodology in mind, PAN- PROJECTS decided to use paper as their primary building material due to its strength and recyclability.
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The ability to recycle materials has been around for generations, and as an increasing number of residential and commercial facilities take on the metal, plastic and glass, it has become a common task to put your recycling at the curb on garbage pick-up day
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That’s where Sead Pod comes in, a vertical garden made using sustainable practices and recycled materials. Gardening should be good for the environment, adding oxygen to the air, nutrients to the soil, and filtering water for consumption.
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Dubbed the Green Isle after its abundance of greenery, the project emphasizes reduced carbon emissions with its lush landscaping, use of locally sourced and recycled materials and emphasis on natural lighting and ventilation.
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Designed to follow sustainable principles, the net-zero energy office is fitted with energy-efficient fixtures, environmentally friendly materials and health-minded features that have also earned the project WELL Silver certification.
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Since then it has also featured cardboard tubes, dimensional lumber and wooden trusses as building material. On Friday, August 2, the Pickathon Music Festival in Happy Valley, Oregon featured a temporary performance venue designed by the Portland State University School of Architecture.
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Spread out across nine days with over a hundred locations in Eindhoven, the annual event will host a wide array of exhibitions, lectures, festivities and more — including the first-ever public presentation of a Biomaterials Archive , where attendees can see, touch, smell and even taste innovative materials made by students from organic and recycled materials.
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Spread out across nine days with over a hundred locations in Eindhoven, the annual event will host a wide array of exhibitions, lectures, festivities and more — including the first-ever public presentation of a Biomaterials Archive , where attendees can see, touch, smell and even taste innovative materials made by students from organic and recycled materials.
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The Olympic Committee has fulfilled their promise to only use recycled materials. Los Angeles. The Summer Olympics return for their third trip. An easy promise in a city with so much existing Olympic Infrastructure. But will the Olympians be able to breathe?
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As with all Maium raincoats, the Lightweight Parka is made using recycled PET bottles — and we all know that diverting plastic out of landfills is a good move. Excerpt from: This versatile, waterproof parka is made with recycled PET bottles. Green Recycle christmas family green design maium maium-lightweight recycled materials recycled pet united states whiteOftentimes, less is more — like when you can carry a coin purse instead of a weighty bag.
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Innovative design firms Layer and RÆBURN are known for creating stunning items out of repurposed materials. The armrests are wrapped with extra material for added comfort. Related: RÆBURN upcycles North Face tents into one-of-a-kind bags The parachute fabric, which is made from ultra-thin ripstop nylon material, is incredibly durable and makes perfect sense to be used in everyday furnishings.
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Eco Green community design dutch-design eco-inspiration grassroots green renovation historic city center hybrid-car- low-emission market hall news recycled materials urban regeneration urban revitalizationIn a bid to restore a lost part of nature to The Hague, MVRDV has unveiled a proposal to reopen the city’s 17th-century canals that were filled in between 1910 and 1970.
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The interior design, which features furnishings by StyleCraft and textiles by Armadillo & Co , is bright and airy with a neutral color palette that enhances the natural materials. Additionally, the interior boasts a number of reclaimed materials, such as a repurposed timber bench tops and terrazzo tiles. Melbourne-based firm Breathe Architecture has brought a bit of California flair to a Melbourne suburb.
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In addition to its reclaimed materials, the home also boasts a number of sustainable features , including a solar water heater. Green anonymous-architects architects architecture home house house in the trees reclaimed cedar siding recycled materials solar water heater solo taiwan urban heat island effect wooden homes worldKnown for its seemingly endless urban sprawl and noisy traffic, Los Angeles makes finding serenity no easy task.
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Establishing a paper recycling program. Establishing a glass/plastic/aluminum recycling program. Purchasing office paper products made from 100% post-consumer recycled materials. Purchasing copy paper form 30-100% post-consumer recycled materials.
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