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A Japanese company just proved buildings can run entirely on sunshine, even in winter, by storing summer solar energy as hydrogen. The breakthrough could help cities go carbon-free without sacrificing reliability.
Long before modern green technology, Indian architects designed buildings that naturally cooled themselves, harvested rainwater, and worked with nature instead of against it. These forgotten engineering marvels show that sustainability isn't a new idea.
A Massachusetts elementary school just won $2 million to upgrade its heating, cooling, and energy systems, cutting emissions by 40% while making classrooms healthier for students. It's the first of many schools in Fall River set to go green.
A 100-year-old church in Bronxville, New York, installed a geothermal heating and cooling system that eliminates natural gas use and could inspire similar projects across the state. The system keeps 500+ parishioners comfortable year-round while dramatically reducing carbon emissions.
A 100-year-old New York church installed a geothermal system that heats and cools its buildings using pipes drilled hundreds of feet underground. The project is showing other urban properties how to slash emissions while saving money long-term.
A new $370 million fund is transforming aging buildings into climate solutions while making them more valuable. Led by climate investor Tom Steyer, the initiative proves going green can boost both the planet and profits.
Scientists in Sweden just proved a breakthrough solar system can slash heating bills while generating electricity. It even turns freezing air into room temperature warmth on winter days.
Saudi Arabia has become the Middle East's green building champion, certifying over 1 million square meters of eco-friendly construction that cuts 62,800 tonnes of CO2 annually. The Kingdom's rapid transformation shows how ambitious environmental goals can create measurable change.
Topeka is turning a $200,000 climate grant into a win-win project that makes city buildings greener and more accessible for people with disabilities. The city has one year to upgrade facilities like City Hall and fire stations with both energy-saving tech and ADA improvements.
Saudi Arabia certified over 1 million square meters of sustainable buildings in 2025, topping the Middle East with the highest environmental performance score. The achievement marks a major milestone toward Vision 2030's climate goals.
Primary students in Glyn-coch, Wales, signed the wooden frame of their future net-zero school as construction reached its highest point. The ultra-sustainable building will unite two communities when it opens later this year.
Instead of tearing down and rebuilding, cities worldwide are slashing carbon emissions by retrofitting aging buildings with modern technology. The approach is faster, cheaper, and more effective than new construction.
Renters make up one-third of U.S. households but often miss out on energy-saving upgrades because landlords pay for improvements while tenants pay the bills. Now cities are getting creative with solutions that work for everyone.
Kenya is receiving $43 million from the World Bank to fund climate-smart projects that will create jobs while fighting climate change. The money will support electric vehicles, green buildings, sustainable farming, and waste management across the country.
A new energy-efficient heat pump just launched for hotels and commercial buildings across Southeast Asia, promising to slash carbon emissions while keeping water hot and costs down. The technology uses zero-ozone depleting refrigerants and runs reliably even in tough conditions.