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After backpacking the world for two years, Sudhir and Bhawana Nehru traded their corporate careers for a sustainable life in Himachal's Tirthan Valley. They built two eco-homes from wood and stone, creating a guest retreat where nature takes center stage.
A sustainability expert in Sheffield is proving that ancient building materials can solve modern climate problems. His garden office made from straw bales will save 20 tonnes of carbon emissions compared to conventional construction.
A new affordable housing complex in the Netherlands proves social housing can be stunning, with 108 apartments wrapped in sage green, flamingo pink, and warm cream glazed brick. Volante prioritizes both beauty and dignity for low-income residents, including 22 units for young people with disabilities.
A groundbreaking skyscraper in Sydney is turning its entire glass facade into a power source, with nearly 1,800 solar panels built right into the building's exterior. The innovative design proves that buildings can generate clean energy without sacrificing beauty or natural light.
A Mumbai family built an eco-friendly house that generates so much solar energy, it sells electricity back to the power grid. The best part? It cost the same as a regular home to build.