Stephen Burks on DIY-meets-luxury and sustainable design
The modernist designer seeks ‘a return of the hand’ – or handmade products – in high-end consumerism
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Orangutan experts plead for Australian food manufacturers to reject palm oil
Apes, elephants, rhinos and tigers at dire risk if unsustainable palm oil plantations allowed in Sumatran reserve
‘Big egos’ and inaction: whatever happened to the B Team?
Critics say Richard Branson’s sustainability initiative has made no real progress one year after launch, Jo Confino calls for fewer press releases and more fist banging
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Bike to the future with a solar velomobile
Solar Velomobile outlines the future of biking. With the addition of motor assistance to extend range and make hills easier, e-velos look and feel like “micro cars”. A solar panel built-into the roof of this Organic Transit’s ELF solar velomobile powers the 600-watt electric motor for up to 45 miles on a single charge or … Read more
Five things we learned about fashion, technology and sustainability
In a recent live chat, experts took questions on the marriage of technology and fashion and the implications for sustainability
Sustainability program added to audi e-tron experience
With the introduction of the Audi A3 Sportback e-tron – the first plug-in hybrid vehicle offered by the brand, Audi will offer three unique opportunities to help improve sustainability and reduce carbon emissions. The Audi A3 Sportback e-tron combines sporty power with efficiency and a Level 2 charger for an eco-conscious and hassle-free electric driving … Read more