Inside the UK’s First Open-Access, Pay-As-You-Go Factory
By making manufacturing technology available and affordable, maker spaces like BLOQS are knocking down barriers.
What We’re Reading: Climate Seniors’ Victory, Surging Solar and More
See what caught our attention this week, from a landmark climate ruling to the encouraging rise in renewable energy in the US.
How Schools in Germany Are Preparing Students for Flexible Futures
With interest in vocational training on the rise in the US and elsewhere, a German program promising “no graduation without connection” could provide a model.
At ‘Garbage Cafes,’ You Can Trade Plastic Bottles for Free Food
Designated eateries in India’s capital are addressing the problem of plastic waste while providing warm meals for those in need.
A Tidal Wetland Restoration of Epic Proportions
Salt ponds form a vast mosaic spanning thousands of acres in California’s South Bay. But a 50-year transformation is underway.
What We’re Reading: Sustainable Soccer, Curbing Deforestation and More
See what caught our attention this week, from the carbon footprint of sporting events to the persistent problem of palm oil.
The Towns Outsmarting Airbnb
Communities across the US are finding clever ways to crack down on the short-term housing market, making more homes available for residents.
Saving Migratory Fish, One Culvert at a Time
Millions of barriers underlie American roadways, blocking the passage of fish. The US is working to fix them.
The Women Bus Drivers Overcoming Stereotypes in Bogotá
The Colombian capital is creating a more sustainable, safe, equal and just transport system. Women are at the heart of it.
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