Architecture isn’t just about buildings anymore—it’s about solving bigger problems. This week’s standout projects show how designers are tackling housing shortages, climate change, and cultural preservation in unexpected ways. Take the Netherlands, where a team created a home prototype that doesn’t
The first quarter of 2026 brought mixed results for Continental, a major player in the tire and industrial technology sectors. While sales dipped slightly due to weak global markets and currency fluctuations, the company managed to boost profitability in its core divisions. This achievement came des
Scientists are turning waste from burning plant material into a useful soil additive called biochar. When plants are heated in the absence of oxygen, they leave behind a charcoal‑like substance rich in carbon. This biochar can trap harmful chemicals known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, o
The company that runs popular resorts in Macau, the Philippines and Europe has released a new sustainability report for 2025. The title “RISE to Go Above & Beyond” signals a shift from talking about goals to showing real action. In the report, the CEO explains that sustainability is no longer a s
A little-known energy tech company quietly set some big goals back in 2025 and actually met them. This startup, now selling gear in 85 countries, cut the power its products use by half—or even more—compared to the year before. Its inverters, battery boxes, and car chargers all drank less electricity
Earlier this year, a group of top science advisors got the boot. All twenty-two members of the National Science Board—experts nominated for their lifetime achievements—were removed before their terms ended. These weren’t random picks; they were carefully chosen from universities, industries, and res
The company just shared its first-quarter numbers for 2026, and while revenue dipped slightly by 3% to DKK 7. 7 billion, profits improved in key areas. Earnings per share jumped by nearly half, and operational cash flow rose by 5%, even as the world stays unpredictable. Emissions dropped too, fallin
Bryn Mawr College, a 141‑year‑old women’s institution in Pennsylvania, is reshaping its future with bold experiments and a clear long‑term plan. Last spring the school tested a program that paired senior students with alumni mentors through Zoom, offering guidance on life after graduation. The pilot
Many people worry that when a giant tech building moves into town, it will hog all the electricity and jack up local power bills. That fear isn’t baseless—big data centers do chew through a lot of juice. But fresh engineering ideas show these energy-hungry giants can flip the script and become commu
Healdsburg’s Little Saint, a 100% plant‑based eatery that opened on Earth Day 2022, is backing a fresh cooking series called “Climate Kitchen. ” The show will be hosted by Maggie Baird, who runs the nonprofit Support + Feed and is known for promoting vegan options worldwide. The restaurant’s owne
