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Sheets of fungus could be used as eco-friendly fireproofing for homes

Fungi can be pressed into thin sheets that resist fire by forming a protective coating of char, and they could be turned into fireproofing materials for buildings

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Common compostable plastic fails to break down after a year at sea

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Incandescent lamp could save energy by recycling infrared light

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The sheep return to the stable after grazing at the

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Photos of solar sheep and an eco-winery capture Italy’s green journey

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Airlander 10 in flight over Bedford's Cardington hangers

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Could this airship be the future of sustainable aviation?

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Sections of a timber wind turbine tower under construction

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Should we build wind turbines from wood?

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Close up Macro shooting of computer main board or circuit board's integrated elements. Made in Taiwan, Science and Technology concept

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Emissions from world's chip manufacturing hub are growing each year

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To encourage sustainability, we must remember we are apes, not angels

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To encourage sustainability, we must remember we are apes, not angels

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Air Conditioner, Equipment, Compressor, Service, Repairman

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Using propane in air conditioners could prevent 0.1°C of warming

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2F5J2D9 Recycled care label on t shirt, sustainable fashion wash cold, line dry, mend and repair, reuse, swap or donate with icons.

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Sustainable fashion: How to cut the environmental cost of your clothes

From renting clothes to ditching the tumble drier, there are plenty of things you can do to reduce the environmental price tag of your wardrobe

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Fast fashion is ruining the planet – here’s how to make it sustainable

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How to make sure your houseplants are sustainable

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