Annual switching off of lights in homes, businesses and landmarks holds extra significance ahead of this year’s climate talks in Paris, says the UN secretary general, Ban Ki-moon
A luxury holiday company is offering to use geo-engineering to guarantee ‘fair weather and clear skies’ – for a starting price tag of £100,000
Nat Geo’s World Legacy Awards Winners 2015 Launched for the first time this year, National Geographic’s inaugural World Legacy Awards showcased the leading actors that are driving the positive transformation of the travel industry. More than 150 entries were received, representing 56 countries across six continents. Winners and finalists in five categories were selected … Read more
Magna to Present Innovative Plug-In Hybrid Sports Car Concept at Geneva Motor Show 2015 A new two-seat hybrid sports car presented at Geneva Motor Show 2015 promises to offer solutions to industry challenges. Magna International is set to debut MILA Plus, an innovative two-seat hybrid sports car. The concept vehicle combines a sophisticated, lightweight construction with … Read more
The W.I.N.D. House or the expansion of the smart home. Today’s smart homes integrate information technologies thanks to automation and connectivity. The result is an in increased convenience, energy efficiency, safety and security. The W.I.N.D. House (Ben van Berkel / UNStudio) in the north of Holland incorporates both integrated sustainable solutions and home automation, whilst … Read more
National Geographic launches Unique Lodges of the World. Can sustainability and a world-class guest experience go hand-in-hand? Recognized for its commitment to exploring and protecting the planet, The National Geographic Society announced its Unique Lodges of the World, “a collection of boutique hotels in extraordinary places around the world with a demonstrated commitment to sustainability, authenticity … Read more