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UK pushes for cleaner, greener energy

Posted on August 21, 2018 by sera

The UK’s Clean Growth Strategy looks to renewable technologies — like biomass boilers and solar panels — for a lower-carbon future. The following post is by John Hannen, Outreach Executive at Mediaworks UK.  Around the world, countries are typically encouraged … Continue reading →

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Step inside the world’s top interiors for 2018

Posted on July 10, 2018 by sera

INSIDE World Festival of Interiors, the leading global interior design and architecture awards program, has announced the shortlist of 77 projects that will compete to be crowned World Interior of the Year 2018. Projects from across the globe were entered … Continue reading →

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Speak out for the trees

Posted on June 11, 2018 by sera

Where is your favorite tree? Tell your story on the Forest for the Trees Storymap! Artist Katherine Wimble Fox and SoCoCulture (the South King County Cultural Coalition)  announce an open call to the public to contribute to the crowd-sourced, online, interactive Forest for the … Continue reading →

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How will commercial solar be affected by tariffs?

Posted on April 9, 2018 by sera

The following post is by Kyle Pennell, Content Manager at PowerScout. This week, the Trump administration slapped tariffs on imported solar panels and solar cells. Set to start at 30 percent, the tariffs will decline each year by five percent and … Continue reading →

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Kitchens that make your mouth water

Posted on March 8, 2018 by sera

Did you see that story on invisible kitchens? Here are just a few more photos to drool over. Photo byJohn Madden – dwell   Recently in the DJC: What’s cool in kitchens? Invisibility “There’s a different story being played out by some … Continue reading →

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