Reuse, upcycling and low-waste household practices, alongside water-saving and environmentally conscious choices.
Sustainable Living
How Discarded Laptop Batteries Power a Home Almost Off the Grid
Oliver Whitaker
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On a small property far from the city, a resident set out to challenge the logic of electricity bills by...
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Herb Smoke Cleansing at Home: A Ritual of Renewal
Oliver Whitaker
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Practising herb smoke cleansing at home is a popular custom associated with symbolic cleansing, refreshing the surroundings and creating a...
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How Bamboo Charcoal Keeps a Refreshing Bedroom Free from Mould
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping residential spaces free from unpleasant smells in tropical regions calls for smart air-circulation strategies. Using natural elements correctly improves...
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EU Battery Passport: New Rules for the Battery Life Cycle
Oliver Whitaker
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A new regulation, (EU) 2023/1542, is reshaping the rules governing the battery life cycle in the European Union (EU). The...
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The US takes an important step towards batteries of the future
Oliver Whitaker
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Researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have created a new polymer electrolyte that could address...
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Old Drawer for Growing Herbs: Turn It into a Planter
Oliver Whitaker
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An old drawer for growing herbs can be repurposed as a planter, giving an unused piece of furniture a practical...
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How a Silica Gel Sachet Protects Bags and Rucksacks from Moisture
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping a small protective sachet in a handbag or rucksack has become a common habit for safeguarding belongings. The presence...
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Old Sponges in the Garden and on the Balcony: Clever Uses
Oliver Whitaker
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In the kitchen, a sponge usually has a short lifespan: after a few weeks of scrubbing, it goes straight into...
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Beeswax Wraps: A Reusable Alternative to Cling Film
Oliver Whitaker
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Beeswax wraps are a reusable option for covering bowls, storing cut fruit and wrapping snacks. Made from cotton fabric coated...
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Bamboo Toilet Paper, Carbon Emissions and Bidets
Oliver Whitaker
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New research indicates that, under today’s production conditions, bamboo toilet paper may generate more climate-warming emissions than conventional tissue made...
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Bicarbonate of soda for moss and weeds on patios in winter
Oliver Whitaker
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No need for harsh cleaning: an unassuming kitchen powder can take on the dirty work. While many people mentally write...
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Old Washing-up Sponge in the Garden: A Clever Water-Saving Trick
Oliver Whitaker
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While gardeners are still contending with changeable weather and irregular watering, an everyday household item is usually thrown away without...
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Waste Nitrile Rubber Gloves Turned Into CO2 Capture Material
Oliver Whitaker
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Disposable nitrile rubber gloves are manufactured in vast quantities each year, with the majority discarded after a single use. This...
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How to Use Wooden Wine Boxes for Stylish Upcycling
Oliver Whitaker
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Keeping packaging at home can become an excellent way to refresh your interiors without spending much money. Wooden wine boxes...
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White Vinegar and Lemon Peel Floor Spray for Wood Floors
Oliver Whitaker
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In a time dominated by high-tech devices and cleaners designed for every surface, a quietly revived habit is heading the...
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Cold Water Washing: Cut Microfibres From Your Laundry
Oliver Whitaker
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A washing machine runs on its “40°C mixed fabrics” programme, its drum throwing a knot of leggings, fleece jumpers and...
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Homemade Herbicide: How to Use White Vinegar, Washing-up Liquid and Salt for Weeds
Oliver Whitaker
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In many Brazilian homes, tending plants and looking after the garden has taken on a different approach. Alongside watering, pruning...
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How Toilet Paper Tubes Are Changing the Garden
Oliver Whitaker
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Across Europe and North America, more home gardeners are reconsidering what should be thrown in the bin. A particularly unexpected...
