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Source: TreeHugger – Universal design works for everyone, everywhere
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"Flight Shame" is actually changing the way people travel

Domestic flights in Sweden are declining and airport expansion plans are being reconsidered.
Source: TreeHugger – “Flight Shame” is actually changing the way people travel
What is a Fashion Week's role in a time of climate crisis?

Some activists want London Fashion Week abolished, while others argue it’s necessary for transforming a harmful industry.
Source: TreeHugger – What is a Fashion Week’s role in a time of climate crisis?
Every year, the pile of evidence about the danger of burning wood gets bigger.

In the north, a lot of people burn wood all year round, but even a single fire is worse than smoking cigarettes.
Source: TreeHugger – Every year, the pile of evidence about the danger of burning wood gets bigger.
You don't need to peel all those vegetables

It’s so much work, and it’s so wasteful!
Source: TreeHugger – You don’t need to peel all those vegetables
The war on cars is over, if you want it

Todd Litman calls the war on cars a bad joke. He gives us a lot of ammunition in the fight to end it.
Source: TreeHugger – The war on cars is over, if you want it
Here's what the Amazon fires are threatening

‘These fires are a situation that humanity cannot tolerate.’ – Carlos Durigan, WCS Brazil
Source: TreeHugger – Here’s what the Amazon fires are threatening
the Libeskind "crystal" at Toronto's ROM gets a little more welcoming

“The physician can bury his mistakes,—but the architect can only advise his client to plant vines.”
Source: TreeHugger – the Libeskind “crystal” at Toronto’s ROM gets a little more welcoming
Industrial spaces and condos are neighbors in this Vancouver development with fake shipping container look

Another look at a controversial housing project.
Source: TreeHugger – Industrial spaces and condos are neighbors in this Vancouver development with fake shipping container look
Why did people build houses "that just leak heat out"?

They really didn’t have a choice, and they insulated their bodies, not their houses.
Source: TreeHugger – Why did people build houses “that just leak heat out”?
Teach your kids to cook

They’re never too young to start absorbing these important lessons.
Source: TreeHugger – Teach your kids to cook
Here's a handy guide to plastics recycling

Made by NPR, it explains what’s recyclable, what becomes trash, and why.
Source: TreeHugger – Here’s a handy guide to plastics recycling
Could you travel without a smartphone?

A new study asked 24 travellers to take this challenge and report back on their experiences.
Source: TreeHugger – Could you travel without a smartphone?
Photo: Sunrise delivers a beautiful glow

Our photo of the day comes from Burnham-on-Sea, Sedgemoor District, England.
Source: TreeHugger – Photo: Sunrise delivers a beautiful glow
Live better, electrically at Unity Homes

The company explains why all-electric homes are healthier, safer, and more sustainable.
Source: TreeHugger – Live better, electrically at Unity Homes
Electric cars won't save us, says new UK parliamentary report; get a bike instead

It calls for more support of bikes, walking and transit, banning ICE powered cars sooner.
Source: TreeHugger – Electric cars won’t save us, says new UK parliamentary report; get a bike instead
Overeating is really terrible for the planet

Scientists calculated the ecological impact of food wasted from eating more than necessary – the numbers are staggering.
Source: TreeHugger – Overeating is really terrible for the planet
Force of Nature turns tap water into a powerful green cleaner

It cuts through grease, makes glass shine, and deodorizes thoroughly – all thanks to a nifty chemical reaction.
Source: TreeHugger – Force of Nature turns tap water into a powerful green cleaner
For National Waffle Day, a look at the inherent structural superiority of waffles

We do a little destructive testing and have a good breakfast.
Source: TreeHugger – For National Waffle Day, a look at the inherent structural superiority of waffles
Bon Appétit writers show how they use up old food

A pinch of ingenuity can transform sad-looking ingredients into something desirable.
Source: TreeHugger – Bon Appétit writers show how they use up old food