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Tag: Sustainable Living
Belgian Preserve Melds Farming and Conservation, and Fights Extreme Weather
Can Europe fight the effects of extreme weather while producing enough affordable food? A model combining conservation with agriculture may offer a solution.
Where German Cars Falter, E-Bikes Gain in Power
E-bikes sales in Germany have jumped, as drivers, suppliers and even automakers embrace their role in the future of transportation.
Europe’s Cities Rely on Age-Old Ways to Stay Cool as Heat Waves Intensify
Architectural styles and construction materials can significantly reduce the need for air-conditioning during heat waves, according to sustainable architecture experts.
British Conservatives’ Commitment to Green Policy Is Tested
British conservatives kept a seat in a recent election by opposing an ultralow emissions zone, and some are now questioning ambitious emissions-reduction targets.
Germany’s Tenuous Coalition Government Shows Strain
Tensions in the three-party government have built for months. But the latest sniping is unusually fierce, raising fresh questions of dysfunction.
France Bans Short Domestic Flights, But Not Much Changes
A decree formalizing the measure, which was passed in 2021, is riddled with exceptions. Critics call its effect symbolic, at best.
6 Cities on 5 Continents That Are Reimagining Urban Life
What we can learn from creative city initiatives, from Sydney to Paris.
An Architect Applies Her Skills to Giving Back
Diana Kellogg specialized in high-end New York residences. Now, she has designed a girls school in India and is pursuing other projects that address social change.
U.A.E. Names Oil Executive to Lead Climate Talks at COP28
Sultan Al Jaber, who heads the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, was chosen by the United Arab Emirates to head the upcoming COP28 summit, drawing criticism from green groups.