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Ohio-based company transforms old wind turbine blades into beautiful, sustainable benches, tables and other public-space furnitureIn an innovative twist, retired wind turbine blades are getting a second life as robust public furniture, including stylish benches and tab...
This couple left city life and spent $85,000 on an off-grid home in the Philippines. Now they grow their own foodMatthew Straight and April Pasilang moved from Cebu City to Bohol. They invested eighty-five thousand dollars in an off-grid property. Thei...
Retired wind turbines in Texas get a new life. Researchers are converting waste into recycled hybrid composite materials for construction purposesRetired wind turbine blades are presenting a significant waste management issue for the industry. In response, researchers are actively see...
In North Carolina, a retired wind turbine blade now serves as public bench at bus stops. This 2,500-pound bench has an unusual pastNorth Carolina has embraced sustainability by turning a retired wind turbine blade into an impressive public art bench known as 'Winds of W...
US diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goodsDiesel prices soared to unprecedented levels in the United States on Friday, primarily due to the six-month conflict involving Iran. This r...
US diesel prices hit a record high of $5.85 as Iran war disrupts the flow of fuelUS Iran war: Diesel fuel has reached an unprecedented average price of $5.85 per gallon. This surge is directly linked to the ongoing six-m...
No cement, only mud: Bengaluru IT engineer’s sustainable home is inspired by the 5 elements of nature. His house blends modernism with mindfulnessIT engineer Raghava Rao Bellamkond built a sustainable home named Panchatathva in Bengaluru. This residence blends modern design with rural...
Plastic notes in India coming soon: Why govt wants polymer banknotes, which countries use them and how these currencies helpWhy is RBI introducing plastic notes?The government's approval for RBI polymer notes has renewed focus on why RBI plastic notes are needed....
IKEA India plans to double investment to over Rs 21,000 cr by 2030; targets Rs 8,000 cr turnoverSwedish retailer IKEA plans to invest over Rs 21,000 crore in India by 2030. This significant investment will accelerate store expansion an...
Everyone owned it in the '80s, and now it's the thrift store find we all want in our homesRattan and wicker furniture, once overlooked, is now a highly desirable trend, offering warmth and texture to homes. Distinguishing between...
Dhanteras 2025 Shopping Guide: Full list of things to buy for wealth and prosperityOn October 18, 2025, marks the onset of Dhanteras, anticipating the vibrant celebrations of Diwali. It's a day steeped in tradition where d...
IKEA nails it! 90% deliveries in India via EVsIKEA's commitment to renewable energy in India has saved them nearly ₹100 million in electricity bills and reduced their global climate foo...
Merino Industries: From rooted beginnings to a global example of sustainable growthMerino Industries' evolution from plywood to high-quality laminates like FABWood reflects its commitment to innovation and sustainability. ...
Working on PLI schemes for more sectors: Piyush Goyal"We came up with PLI for 14 sectors apart from semiconductor... We are willing to go the extra mile in other sectors. We are working on a f...
DPIIT's marathon webinar series focuses on promoting quality, productivityThe department has said the webinar series, comprising 45 sessions, is covering various major sectors in manufacturing and services includi...
Udyog Manthan to focus on quality, productivity: Commerce Ministry"During the next few weeks, Udyog Manthan will cover various sectors including pharma, medical devices, closed circuit camera, electronics ...
- TOI impact: Electricity from your garden
The table in the garden of a family home in Nieder glatt, not far from Zurich, looks like many a garden table — simple design, chromium ste...
IKEA to bank on renewable energy for its Indian operationsSwedish multinational and world’s leading home furnishing retailer, IKEA, isn’t just looking at India as a market for its products.
IKEA pledges 1 billion euros to help slow climate changeIKEA, the world's biggest furniture retailer, pledged on Thursday to spend 1 billion euros ($1.13 billion) on renewable energy.
Aakriti group plans to diversify in renewable energy sectorThe group, which came into existence in 1996, also has major interest in infrastructure and housing sector. It has a turnover of Rs 350-400...