Biden’s top climate advisor Gina McCarthy steps down
McCarthy — one of two top climate officials appointed by Biden at the start of his administration — had long been expected to stay in her position for about a year, but continued for months beyond to help see through Democrats’ historic climate legislation, which Biden signed in August. She will be succeeded by Ali […]
As wealthy go electric, who pays for aging natural gas lines?
As the first Massachusetts cities and towns prepare to ban new residential fossil fuel systems, some advocates say now is the time to create a long-term strategy to make sure lower-income residents aren’t left to pay for a sprawling and aging natural gas system they can’t afford to opt out of. “Absent a policy intervention, […]
LG TO TEASE EXCLUSIVE PLAYMOBIL COLLECTIBLES AT IFA 2022
Company to Introduce Unique Character Figures and Toy Home Appliances During Berlin’s Annual Tech Showcase BERLIN, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) in collaboration with PLAYMOBIL®, Germany’s renowned toy manufacturer, is set to unveil an exclusive collection of LG-themed toys at IFA 2022 in Berlin. The adorable, new figures and toy appliances will be […]
California advances numerous climate, clean air proposals
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Tougher clean energy goals, a ban on new oil and gas wells near homes and schools, and establishing guidelines for capturing carbon and storing it underground are among the climate proposals California Democrats advanced in the final days of the legislative session. Taken together, along with tens of billions in budget money […]
Orkney Islands uses digital twin technology to optimise building performance
Orkney Islands Council has implemented digital twin technology across its building portfolio to optimise operational performance, energy efficiency and air quality Working in partnership with IES and Danalto, Orkney Islands Council has used digital twin technology to centralise its building data into a single platform, allowing the council to quickly identify issues and manage buildings […]
Letter: Cruz understands climate crisis |
To the editor: As someone who has devoted her life to social and environmental justice, it is incredibly important to me that Manny Cruz becomes our next state representative here in Salem. This is a pivotal moment in history where we have the opportunity to take radical and considered action to fight climate change, move […]
Airport Upgrade Highlights History, Energy Efficiency
A terminal at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the world’s first to receive a new and important design recognition from a green building group. Harvey Milk Terminal 1 at SFO is being recognized for its commitment to sustainability and renewable energy. Airport terminals may not be top of mind when it comes to energy […]
The Supreme Court’s Environmental Report Card: Which Justices are Failing?
Whether in the form of historic droughts, blistering wildfires, record-setting hurricanes, extreme heat or catastrophic flooding, it’s clear that natural disasters in the U.S. are increasing in frequency and severity. In the face of a changing climate, we need environmental protection now more than ever. But when environmental issues are challenged, will they be protected […]
LANDSEA HOMES CLOSES ON 95 ADDITIONAL HOMESITES IN CENTRAL FLORIDA’S WATERSTONE MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY
The Gardens at Waterstone features 62 new single-family homes on rare 40-foot wide lots The Courtyards at Waterstone features 33 new single-family homes Desirable Southeast Palm Bay location offers quick, easy access to major transportation corridors PALM BAY, Fla., Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Landsea Homes Corporation (NASDAQ: LSEA) (“Landsea Homes” or the “Company”), a publicly […]
Top 10 Bathroom Plants to grow in humid environment of shower
Who doesn’t want cleaner and better air in the bathroom? Plants can help with that. Bathroom plants have huge benefits; purify the air, bring greenery and nature into one of our more sterile rooms, eliminate bacteria and absorb extra moisture. Besides, house plants can help increase your vitality and give you a feeling of extra […]