Tag: Article
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Rubbish futures: can technology help us reach zero waste?
Turning dug-up waste into gas or converting rubbish into building materials are among new techniques that may help end landfill
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The Chinese billionaire with six months to make the world’s tallest building
Zhang Yue was the first man in China to own a private jet, and his office is modelled on the Palace of Versailles. Now, he plans to save the planet by raising the world’s tallest building in just six months. A new documentary goes behind the scenes of the great Chinese eco gold rush
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Electric vehicles: how can brands get consumers behind the wheel?
The burgeoning network of electric vehicle charge points across the UK means it’s easier than ever to justify a purchase, but ‘range anxiety’ and cost are still deterring consumers
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The best folding bikes
Whether you are a time-pressed train commuter or an urbanite short on living space, a folding bike offers a smart solution. But be warned: a little practice will stop you trapping your fingers and getting oil all over your clothes. Here are five of the best to get you going
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US cinema chain bans Google Glass over piracy fears
Drafthouse Cinemas has outlawed the wearing of Google Glass while films are playing, following continued concerns about surreptitious illegal recording
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Tesla Model-S launch: an electric car to answer even Clarkson’s objections
Elon Musk’s new electric sports car, launched in London, is the Aston Martin of the electric car world – but it doesn’t come cheap