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In flood-prone Bangladesh, farmers are learning to build portable houses that rise above floodwaters and move when the river shifts. The community-built homes cost less and protect families without outside help.
Apartment residents struggling to charge electric vehicles are getting a major boost. ChargePoint and OBE Power just announced plans to install 2,500 charging ports at apartment complexes starting in 2026.
More than 500 young innovators from around the world gathered at UW Madison to design solar homes and test wind turbines. One team turned their personal story into a powerful solution for affordable, sustainable housing.
A $20 million apartment building in Rocky River just became Northeast Ohio's first project to secure funding through special state bonds designed for sustainable construction. The financing breakthrough could help more developers build eco-friendly housing across the region.
A community-focused politician who champions clean waterways and sustainable housing just won her campaign for Tasmania's upper house. Clare Glade-Wright unseated the incumbent through grassroots support and a platform centered on environmental protection.
Two Bengaluru architects are proving sustainable housing doesn't need cement by building beautiful homes from mud, stone, and reclaimed wood. Their projects are making eco-friendly construction accessible to everyday homeowners across India.
A young New Zealand couple just proved sustainable housing doesn't have to break the bank. Elizabeth and Everett Norris built their entire two-story home using straw bales, recycled materials, and yes, cow manure plaster.
After watching their dream home burn in Australia's Black Summer bushfires, Bron and Donald Graham built a new house into a hillside that they're confident will never burn again. Their innovative earth-covered concrete home is inspiring a nationwide movement toward disaster-resilient housing.
A revolutionary type of home that produces as much energy as it uses is transforming how people think about housing. These net-zero homes combine solar panels with smart design to slash energy bills while protecting the planet.
From sustainable housing to climate-smart temples, seven visionary Indian architects transformed how a nation builds. Their legacy proves beautiful design can serve both people and planet.
A west London development is turning waste heat from a police data center into low-carbon heating for 4,000 homes. The system runs at 264% efficiency, nearly three times better than traditional gas boilers.
Japan just unveiled its first two-story 3D-printed house designed to withstand earthquakes using geometry inspired by natural caves. The innovative home combines robotic construction with earthquake-resistant engineering to meet the country's strict seismic safety standards.
Two new California communities are built around working farms instead of golf courses or pools, bringing fresh produce right outside residents' doors. These "agrihoods" could help cities tackle climate change while making nutritious food more accessible.
A builder in Brazil constructed a complete house using reforestation wood in five days, transforming construction with smart planning and prefab techniques. The method challenges an industry where projects typically drag on for months.
Communities across California are putting working farms at their center, creating "agrihoods" where neighbors grow food together instead of just parking cars. These developments promise fresh produce, cooler temperatures, and stronger community ties as cities adapt to climate change.
A new cottage-style tiny house brings affordable, mobile living to couples seeking simplicity. The compact Ynez model proves downsizing doesn't mean giving up comfort or style.
Scottish researchers developed a fast, affordable way to assess home energy efficiency using satellite images and AI. The breakthrough could help millions of households reduce energy bills while fighting climate change.
A South African engineering student partnered with his contractor father to build a cozy three-bedroom house using raw soil and recycled waste instead of traditional bricks. The eco-friendly home looks identical to conventional houses, costs less, and stays naturally cool in summer and warm in winter.
The Netherlands is solving both climate change and a housing crisis by building entire neighborhoods on water. What started as an experiment is now inspiring coastal cities worldwide.
Engineers at MIT have turned recycled water bottles into construction-grade floor trusses that hold over 4,000 pounds and print in just 13 minutes. This breakthrough could help build a billion homes without cutting down forests.
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