Sunny Delight
Sunlight transportation systems are the pinnacle of innovation in energy-efficient design.
Using photovoltaic panels and fiber optic threads or cables, these systems literally transport daylight into windowless spaces, far outshining the full-spectrum lightbulbs that have long been used to get natural-feeling light into dark places.
Articles
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101 Alternative Energy
From the Aquastar to zero-energy homes, we present an A-to-Z guide of green power tips and home energy savings.
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101 Solar
Dare we say "enlightening"? Be it passive or aggressive, find out what solar energy can do for you.
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101 Being Green
Even for sustainability's greatest proponents, going green isn't necessarily a walk in the park. Dwell explores what it takes to be truly environmental.
Products
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Transport Lamp
Developed by the Crafts Council and retailer Twentytwentyone, Ten’s collection posits that sustainable design can be positive and beautiful through a series of charming small-scale household objects…
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Whole Home Energy Boost Box
This Box has a set of energy saving dynamos that are sure to tune-up the way you use energy in your home. Perfect for those who do not want to spend time or money on solar but do want see a…
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736 TR Energy Star Fridge
The average 736 TR spends about eight hours on the production line, but it’s the 5 to 24 hours spent on test runs that assure the quality of this Energy Star–rated appliance. Pieces and…
Dwell Collections
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Easy Being Green: Off the Grid
We trek far afield each issue to bring you energy-efficient residences from around the globe, and they appear in all their green glory in our “Off the Grid” section. We revisited our…
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Building Green in Harlem
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As You Light It
As You Light It is an exploration of lighting innovation through the lens of leading luminaries from theatre, urban planning, and residential design.
Tip
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Green Table Materials
Try to get something that can be flat-packed and made of reclaimed or FSC-certified wood. Take a look at the finishes used to be sure they don’t off-gas and contribute to indoor air quality…
Videos
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Behind the Scenes of InMotion, by Dwell and BMW i
Check out video coverage of our first in a series of events with BMW i. "InMotion: Live, Drive, Innovate" kicked off on the eve of ICFF in New York City May 15th. We delved into the future of…
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Building Green in Harlem: A Green Brownstone?
In this video series, Dwell follows a New York couple with a passion for building green through the challenges—and triumphs—of renovation, from finding the design-build team to…
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As You Light It: Jet Lag
For the first installment of our new series investigating lighting design, we go behind the scenes of the Obie-award-winning play Jet Lag. The show, originally conceived by architects Elizabeth…
Events
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Trains and Other Transport,
This is an opening reception for Minneapolis–based painter Beth Loraine Bowman's new collection of works, Trains and Other Transport.
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Women in Green Forum
The Women In Green Forum will highlight women’s impact on the environmental arena, promote the sustainable products offered by emerging green companies and provide opportunities for women to…
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Energy Alternatives: Weaning New York from Fossil Fuels
Ashok Gupta, Air & Energy Program Director for the Natural Resources Defense Council, will moderate a discussion on practical near-term opportunities and barriers associated with the deployment of…
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