A pocket-sized city terrace extension and a multigenerational riverside property inspired by a country shed are among the innovative dwellings shortlisted in the sustainability category of the Houses awards, Australia’s premier residential design prize. This year’s five-panel jury noted a number of new sustainable design trends, including a move towards net-zero housing, abodes that accommodate … Read more
As bulky SUVs fast-replace nimble hatchbacks on Indian roads, there are concerns over emissions and fuel efficiency that are majorly impacted bys the car weight. However, carmakers are increasingly using lightweight materials such as high strength steels and aluminium alloys to make these monsters as light as they can. “Increase in weight of the car … Read more
With a historic climate consensus coming out of this year’s U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP28), Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) called on the United States to commit to its climate promises Thursday morning at The Hill’s “Enhancing Energy Efficiency: How Technology is Cutting Carbon Emissions” event, sponsored by Samsung Electronics America. Markey called the U.S. … Read more
