South Africa, George Airport becomes first in Africa to be solar-powered
George Airport in South Africa will be the continent’s first solar-powered airport. Other transport hubs in the country are ready to follow in its trail.
This violin created by an Italian designer is made from spiders’ silk
It won London’s International Student Innovation Award for the best project. It’s a spider silk violin invented by an Italian designer.
Muskin, the vegetable leather made from mushrooms
Replacing animal leather is possible. Muskin is an eco-friendly alternative entirely made from natural raw materials, including the cap of a special mushroom.
7 things to know about extra virgin olive oil
We know that it’s good, it’s healthy and is the right ingredient to use in the Mediterranean cuisine (and not only). But how can we choose the best extra virgin olive oil?
Goodbye Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen died last night at 82. One of the most prolific, poetic and visionary songwriter of all times.
Felt, the history and sustainability of a versatile designer fabric
Felt is an ancient, low-impact and completely biodegradable material. It’s the best natural insulator and has different applications, from design to eco-friendly architecture.
Millet and cauliflower croquettes with anchovies
The recipe to prepare tasty millet and cauliflower croquettes with anchovies and a crunchy topping of sesame seeds.
How CO2 pollution is converted into green fuel
A team of American scientists found a new way to convert carbon dioxide into ethanol, a low-impact fuel.
Bataclan concert hall to reopen a year after the Paris attacks
On 12 November, almost a year after the Paris attacks that took place on 13 November 2015, British rocker Sting is scheduled to play at the Bataclan music venue.
Bon Jovi, the musician launches a chain of restaurants to feed the poor
Rocker and philanthropist Jon Bon Jovi is launching his restaurant chain, The Soul Kitchen, on a large scale. Serving free meals to people in need.