Winds of Change

Articles

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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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  The Future of Solar?

  The Brooklyn–based start-up SMIT (Sustainably Minded Interactive Technology) was formed in 2005 by the brother and sister team of Samuel and Teresita Cochran. Their goal: to invent a hybrid…

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  Turbine City

  Conceptual large-scale architecture plays a starring role in many design proposals aimed at addressing climate change. It's a bit of a paradox, since new construction is often condemned for using…

Products

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  Alter Ego Bed

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  Solar-Powered Toy Helicopter

  This whimsical whirlybird comes from the German company Inpro Solar, and is sure to delight any budding young aviator. The solar panel on the rotor generates enough energy to turn the blade, and…

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  Solar Shades

  Solar Shades are energy efficient and environmentally friendly—a modern solution for any room. They absorb heat and block UV rays while still preserving your view.

Dwell Collection

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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…

Events

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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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  Sustainable Futures

  This exhibition showcases a range of design and architecture projects that explore the most important issues associated with sustainability. Celebrated through a selection of pioneering and forward…

• Sustainable Energy and Communities Summit

  Four panels—one each on art, environment, business, and workforce training and education—followed by a keynote address delivered by Chevron Energy Solutions CEO Jim Davis, address how…