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Have old curtains at home? Try these 5 easy DIY ways to reuse them and turn them into useful things around the house- This 40-foot US highway structure was built using retired wind turbine blades. Now it survives over 100-mph winds
- In 2014, Minneapolis demolished the Metrodome and diverted more than 80% of the stadium from landfill, including 80,000 tons of concrete and 4,500 tons of steel
- Tennessee turned 100 tonnes of old wind turbine blades into material for new products for automobiles, boats and constructionBased in Tennessee, Carbon Rivers has crafted an innovative technique for recycling obsolete wind turbine blades. This novel approach utili...12 Sep, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
- You don't need big budget to start a terrace garden. Here are 6 low-maintenance vegetable plants to grow at home for under Rs 500Terrace gardening is an inventive solution for anyone wanting to cultivate fresh vegetables on a budget. By repurposing old buckets and con...12 Sep, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
- Have empty glass bottles at home? Try these 6 easy DIY ideas to reuse them for beautiful home decor and everyday useEmpty glass bottles can transform into stylish and functional decor for your home. They make for charming vases and innovative planters, pr...11 Sep, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
- Have an old saree at home? Try these 3 easy DIY ways to make a beautiful sofa coverTransforming old sarees into vibrant and artistic sofa covers can elevate your living space. By pairing two complementary saris, you can ac...10 Sep, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
- Have an old TV remote at home? 4 clever DIY ways to give it a second life instead of throwing it awayTransforming old TV remotes creates a canvas for innovation. Their various components can enhance DIY electronics or serve as unique materi...09 Sep, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
- In 2024, Arizona engineers used 100% recycled glass to widen 23 miles of Interstate 17 at 19 sites, protecting concrete culverts built for a narrower highwayInstead of adding heavy soil and stone above aging concrete drainage structures, engineers used ultra-lightweight foam glass made from recy...09 Sep, 2026, 07.30 PM IST
- What to do with empty shampoo bottles? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to reuse them at home and turn them into useful itemsEmpty shampoo bottles can be transformed into practical household items. By cutting them, you can create innovative phone charging holders....08 Sep, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
- Sweden built a five-storey car park using 57 retired wind turbine blades; today, they form walls around 365 parking spacesIn southern Sweden, a remarkable transformation has taken place with 57 old wind turbine blades from a Danish wind farm, now elegantly form...08 Sep, 2026, 01.02 AM IST
- Don’t throw away old jeans: Try these 5 easy DIY reuse ideas to turn worn-out denim into bags, organisers, planters and home decorTransforming old jeans into functional home items is a rewarding and creative endeavor. Worn-out pockets can be converted into charming org...07 Sep, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- What to do with old bedsheets? Try these 4 easy DIY reuse ideas to protect floors, keep cars cooler and pack fragile itemsOld bedsheets can be a treasure trove of practical household solutions beyond just bedding. These versatile fabrics work wonders, like shie...06 Sep, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
- In 2016, Portland approved a 660-kilowatt solar array atop its old landfill. 10 years later, the former dump is a clean-energy site poised to power city operations todayPortland Maine Solar Project gave an old city landfill a surprising second life. Behind Ocean Avenue, the closed site now supports solar en...05 Sep, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
- Arkansas recycled old I-30 concrete in place, avoiding more than 95,000 tons of new stone and about $15,000 in truck fuelArkansas has made strides in sustainable development by recycling old concrete on Interstate 30 near Little Rock. The innovative technique ...05 Sep, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
- In 2011, Colorado reused 134,000 tons of old asphalt in highway mixes; CDOT estimated the recycled material saved the state about $1.6 millionColorado's innovative approach to roadway construction has resulted in significant savings, repurposing old asphalt in new projects. By emb...05 Sep, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- In 2009, Illinois used an estimated 284,715 tons of recycled concrete material in highway construction; IDOT spent about $3.18 million on the material for embankments, bases, and subbasesIn Illinois, the innovative approach of repurposing aged concrete for highway projects is not just cost-effective but also environmentally ...04 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- What to do with old gift boxes? Try these 4 creative DIY reuse ideas for stylish and practical home storageTransforming old gift boxes into practical storage solutions can elevate your home organization. Smaller boxes can easily become drawer org...03 Sep, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
- What to do with old coffee mugs? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to reuse them around your homeTransform those old coffee mugs into delightful mini planters for your favorite small plants. Not only do these charming containers make gr...29 Aug, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
- What to do with old T-shirts? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to turn them into useful home essentialsTransform your old T-shirts into delightful and functional home items with these creative DIY projects. From chic reusable bags to effectiv...25 Aug, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
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