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In 1990, Switzerland crushed an old A13 road and reused 66% to 100% of it in new concrete; 20 years later, every recycled test mix was still rated good or very goodNew research highlights the impressive durability of Swiss highways built with recycled concrete over several decades. The A13 motorway too...04 Oct, 2026, 01.20 PM IST- Meet Ron Thuma, a Kansas maintenance worker who started with just a handful of family seeds in the 1970s; Decades later, he had shared more than 275 varietiesRon Thuma began saving heirloom vegetable seeds in the 1970s and built a renowned collection over time. Living in Hartford, Kansas, he comb...04 Oct, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- What to do with old clothes? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to turn them into useful home essentialsTransforming worn-out clothing into functional household items is not only resourceful but also environmentally friendly. Think about turni...04 Oct, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
- Khadi over the decades: How Gandhi’s fabric found a new lifeKhadi remains an important symbol of India's independence and has significantly grown as a commercial entity. The sales and production of k...02 Oct, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
- Cleaning windows with vinegar and water: Why this simple home cleaning hack works, how to do it and what are the benefits?For a straightforward and efficient way to clean glass surfaces, combine equal measures of water and white vinegar. This solution effective...02 Oct, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
- Stained bathroom taps? Try these simple home cleaning tricks to remove hard-water marks and restore their shineBathroom fixtures can lose their luster due to mineral deposits and hard water issues. To revamp their appearance, a simple vinegar cleanin...02 Oct, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
- What to do with old sarees? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to turn them into useful home essentials instead of throwing them awayOld sarees hold potential beyond their original use, providing a trove of creative opportunities for home decor and organization. From vibr...02 Oct, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
- Effective Altruism: the philosophy behind Silicon Valley's AI fearsDario Amodei says he is not part of it. To many in the Trump administration, it fuels unfounded and exaggerated fears about artificial inte...02 Oct, 2026, 08.27 AM IST
- Fashion promised to go green. Here’s how the New York Climate Week, behind closed doors, exposed the challenges of transforming the industryFashion is grappling with the dual challenges of rising fibre production and complex supply chain requirements. Sustainable alternatives ex...01 Oct, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
- Haier, Godrej, Blue Star failed to detect fake e-waste recycling claims, India notice showsIndian tax authorities have identified major appliance companies incorrectly claiming tax credits for non-existent e-waste processing servi...30 Sep, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
- What to do with old jars? Try these 5 easy DIY reuse ideas to turn them into useful storage containersTransform your clutter into an organized oasis by repurposing old household glass jars. Perfect for storing spices, stationery, or sewing s...28 Sep, 2026, 03.16 PM IST
- Aussies are transforming 40-metre wind turbine blades into surfboard fins. Recycles nearly 90% of used blades instead ending up in landfillsIn a move for sustainability, Sydney surfer Banjo Hunt has begun turning retired wind turbine blades into surfboard fins. This innovative c...27 Sep, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
- Americans throw away 50,000 mattresses daily; Oregon recovered 5.9 million pounds of recyclable items in one yearOregon initiated a statewide mattress recycling programme to reduce landfill waste and illegal dumping. In its first year, over 134,000 mat...27 Sep, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
- What to do with empty shoe boxes? Try these 4 easy and creative DIY reuse ideas to organise clothes, accessories and small itemsTransform your empty shoe boxes into creative organizers that can tidy up your home. Ideal for storing accessories, stationery, and even cl...25 Sep, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
- Siemens Gamesa produced 6 recyclable wind turbine blades in Aalborg in 2021. 5 years later, the technology helped advance circular design for offshore wind power worldwideSiemens Gamesa built six 81-meter recyclable wind turbine blades in Aalborg in 2021. They looked like ordinary blades, but the material ins...24 Sep, 2026, 08.53 PM IST
- Meet Maya Penn, the teenage entrepreneur who turned handmade accessories into a sustainable fashion business, generated tens of thousands of dollars in sales, and donated part of her profits to charityMaya Penn began her entrepreneurial journey at age 8 by creating ribbon headbands for family friends. Her curiosity eventually developed in...17 Sep, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
- Have old towels at home? Try these 5 simple and useful ways to reuse them instead of throwing them awayTransforming old towels into handy household items is an easy and creative DIY solution. With minimal effort, you can convert these discard...15 Sep, 2026, 11.02 PM IST
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