A thoughtfully curated collection of articles on innovative solutions, brought together to inspire and inform.
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The mindful home: simple ways to create a peaceful space that supports mental health
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New York schools commit to nurturing mental health through mindful breathing
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Harvesting the Sun: How Solar Energy is Revolutionizing Farming – Earth Day
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From Concept to Commitment – Iron and Steel Producers Answer the Call for Near-Zero Steel – RMI
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Chasing the dream of transparent insulation, researchers hit on a solution: high-tech “bubble wrap”
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The Plastic Convenience Con: plastic toxicity, exposure and human health
Learn what you can do to reduce plastic exposure, based on the most comprehensive clinical trial on plastic exposure and…
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Your guide to using the home energy tax credits before they’re gone
Check the new expiration dates on these incentives.
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In your 50s and worried about dementia? Here are 14 ways to lower your risk | The Optimist Daily
Simple, science-backed strategies to keep your mind sharp and resilient as you age.
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Massachusetts test shows big savings from free heat pumps and solar
Low-income residents on Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard who participated in a home electrification pilot saw their utility bills drop…
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AI system is spotting California wildfires as soon as they start | The Optimist Daily
ALERTWildfire has been installed in Northern California and is ready for testing as the hot summer season arrives.
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Trump’s rural energy freeze hits Midwest, GOP districts hardest
More than three-quarters of federal Rural Energy for America Program grants over the last decade have gone to Republican congressional…
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Belfast venues unite to eliminate single-use plastic cups | The Optimist Daily
A bold step toward sustainability, Belfast sets the standard for entertainment venues in Ireland and the UK.
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Tiny fire detector inspired by nature could transform wildfire prevention | The Optimist Daily
A pinecone-sized sensor made of wax and charcoal offers a low-cost, eco-friendly way to detect wildfires early—before they become devastating.
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What is eco-grazing? Ancient horses and bison battle Spain and Portugal’s wildfires | The Optimist Daily
A ground-breaking wildfire prevention strategy uses rare Garrano horses and European bison to conserve the natural heritage of the Iberian…