For a fashion world beyond next season: Making sustainability fashionable

KERING X GLOBAL FASHION AGENDA. Kering, the global luxury group and owner of Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen, and Global Fashion Agenda are on a mission to mobilise the international fashion industry. See how we can transform the way we produce and consume fashion. The three trillion-dollar fashion industry is also one of … Read more

The World’s First Compact Semi-Submarine Offers Underwater Rides Without Equipment

New Ocean experiences: The miracle of the ocean in a compact semi-submarine for leisure. This mini semi-submarine is the hottest excursion in Maldives. The atoll area, a ring-shaped coral reef is the best place for Penguin Saling because of the rich underwater shows and calm waves. Developed by Gocean, Penguin is the first compact semi … Read more

The City of Essen is officially the European Green Capital

The City of Essen, which is the only European city to have been awarded the titles Capital of Culture (2010) and European Green Capital, is entering into a green decade in 2017. The City of Essen is officially the European Green Capital. The Lord Mayor of Essen Thomas Kufen launched the title year. The award … Read more

Dan Barber’s long-term mission: to change food and farming for ever

America’s philosopher chef won over a president to his vision of sustainability. And now he’s bringing it to Britain

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Top 20 Food Trends: Chefs Predict What’s Hot for Menu Trends in 2017

The National Restaurant Association surveyed 1,298 American Culinary Federation members in October 2016, asking them to rate 169 items as a “hot trend,” “yesterday’s news,” or “perennial favorite” on menus in 2017. Menu trends today are beginning to shift from ingredient-based items to concept-based ideas. House-made food items and various global flavors, indicating that chefs … Read more

6 Apps That Help You Lead a Greener Life

The green lifestyle is gathering attention around the globe. More and more people are making changes to their way of life. Although ecology and technology are sometimes perceived as opposites, technology itself can be one of the best ways to manage and encourage more eco-conscious living. Discover six of the best apps on the market … Read more