The 13 best green hotel brands for sustainable travel

Vote for your favorite! Source: Beyond Green It can be difficult to find a hotel that combines luxury and social responsibility, but these major hotel brands value sustainability and the environment in addition to comfort. While no one is perfect, travelers at these hotels will feel a little less guilty about their carbon footprint thanks… Continue reading The 13 best green hotel brands for sustainable travel

Replica of a crashed satellite in Boston as part of an art installation

Replica of a crashed satellite in Boston, part of an art installation – CBS Boston Watch CBS News An exhibit in Downtown Crossing appeared to show a satellite or small spacecraft that had crashed into the hood of a car. Be the first to know Get browser alerts for breaking news, live events and exclusive… Continue reading Replica of a crashed satellite in Boston as part of an art installation

In other news | Franklin Observer

Stop the bleeding! The City of Franklin Health Department and Fire Department present: Stop the Bleeding! Learn how to stop bleeding, identify life-threatening bleeding, and take quick and effective action against bleeding. When: Wednesday, January 22, 2024 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m Where: EOC Classroom, Franklin Fire Headquarters, 40 West Central St, Franklin MA… Continue reading In other news | Franklin Observer

Green buildings can reduce retail emissions

With 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions coming from buildings, retail businesses must leverage green building technologies to adapt Green buildings are designed to minimize their impact on the environment throughout their life cycle, from construction to demolition. This includes the use of sustainable construction practices, environmentally friendly materials, energy-efficient technologies and design principles that… Continue reading Green buildings can reduce retail emissions

Bigfoot and other decorations added to House Springs pond | Local News

Those who have visited the House Springs pond near the intersection of Highways MM and 30 may have noticed that it is decorated for the holiday season. A large wooden Bigfoot statue and other items were recently placed near the pond. The decorations and other items were placed around the pond to honor the area's… Continue reading Bigfoot and other decorations added to House Springs pond | Local News

MLA Pawan Gupta discusses plans to improve sewerage system

Excelsior correspondent UDHAMPUR, Jan 6: MLA Pawan Kumar Gupta held an important meeting with the officials of UEED (wastewater management) department and CEO of Udhampur municipality.The focus of the discussion was on improving the sewage system in the city and effectively solving existing problems. The key highlights of the meeting included repair… Continue reading MLA Pawan Gupta discusses plans to improve sewerage system

Using sonar to shed new light on the murky world of shrimp ponds

The Minnowtech team visits a shrimp farm in Ecuador © Minnowtech Called BRS-1 and developed by Minnowtech*, a Baltimore company, the device aims to improve the efficiency of shrimp farming and can also help detect anomalies such as disease outbreaks. “Minnowtech surveyed farmers around the world about their problem with shrimp biomass – underfeeding, overfeeding,… Continue reading Using sonar to shed new light on the murky world of shrimp ponds

EXAL Group aims to reshape the Malaysian real estate landscape with green housing and smart cities

PETAL JAYA: With its commitment to sustainable housing and smart city integration, EXAL Group is at the forefront of a transformative change in Malaysia's real estate landscape. Managing Director Albert Ko said the group was actively contributing to the Kuching Smart City Masterplan through its flagship project SOL Estate. “EXAL's mission is to create living… Continue reading EXAL Group aims to reshape the Malaysian real estate landscape with green housing and smart cities

Residents reject Trowbridge Park's redevelopment masterplan

As previously reported, the city council announced in a Facebook post on Monday, December 30 that it would unveil plans to convert the city pond into a wetland reserve. The plans will be announced at a presentation day taking place on Thursday, January 16th from 12pm to 6.30pm at the Civic Center. The redevelopment of… Continue reading Residents reject Trowbridge Park's redevelopment masterplan

Metro completes installation of protective barriers for bus drivers

LA Metro has completed retrofitting its bus fleet with full plexiglass barriers to provide additional protection for its riders. Metro announced earlier this week that it had completed installation of the barriers on all of its more than 2,000 buses. This makes Metro the first transit agency in the United States to equip its entire… Continue reading Metro completes installation of protective barriers for bus drivers