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Fossilized worm brains, cranberry packaging, the wet history of Mars and more inspiration from nature
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Via modernfarmer.com
The Potential of Dissolvable Cranberry Film
Since 2008, Yanyun Zhao—a professor of food science at Oregon State University—has been researching the potential of the humble cranberry. Even when juiced, the crushed berry maintains a fibrous substance that Zhao …
Air Eau de Parfum
$220.00
Air Company‘s proprietary technology transforms excess carbon in the air into refined vodka, sustainable fuel and now, the unique fragrance: Air Eau de Parfum. Subtle and versatile, the scent is inspired by …
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Underwater sculptures, meteor material, uncovered demos from The Velvet Underground and more from around the internet
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Building Sustainable Computer Chips Out of Mushrooms
There are 50 million tons of electronic waste produced per year, including computer chips which are made from un-recyclable plastic. Within each chip, the substrate—an insulating and cooling layer that transmits data—is …
Via bloomberg.com
Helsinki Plans to Use Seawater to Create Sustainable Heating
Helsinki hopes to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 and to do so the Finnish capital is planning on utilizing cold water from deep in the Baltic Sea to heat homes. Partnering with …
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A cosmic fingerprint, cooling with terracotta, a map explaining what Indigenous territory you're on and more
Sustainable Materials Form The “Second Sun” Speculative Sailboat
From São Paulo, Brazil-based Furf Design Studio and designer Cesar Pieri, the “Second Sun” sailboat concept minimizes environmental impact twofold: technically and aesthetically. First, the boat is crafted with sustainable materials, including …
Via fastcompany.com
Electricity-Free Air Conditioning, Powered by Terracotta
Created by Yael Issacharov, the Nave Air Conditioning system is a wall made from terracotta that can cool a room without electricity. The design is inspired by jarrah, a traditional Palestinian drinking …
Citroën’s Electric Car Made from Recycled Cardboard
The French automaker's new EV concept car, Oli, prepares for a world with less resource