Self-Sufficient Mobile Home Made of Dowel-Laminated Timber Rides on Wheels

MO.CA (Mobile Catalyst), born from the innovative minds at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC), represents a pioneering leap in sustainable mobile living. Crafted from dowel-laminated timber harvested sustainably at Valldaura Labs in the scenic confines of Collserola Natural Park, Barcelona, MO.CA embodies the ethos of ecological design and digital construction techniques. Rooted […]

Baluchon’s Latest Modern Tiny Trailer Home Has a Quaint and Ingenious Space-Saving Layout

Baluchon’s latest modern tiny trailer home, the Sherpa, showcases a quaint and ingenious space-saving layout that appeals to those seeking both style and functionality in compact living. Inspired by the Scandinavian design ethos, the Sherpa emerges as a testament to Baluchon’s commitment to crafting homes that harmonize aesthetics with practicality. Built on a double-axle trailer […]

US Unveils First-Ever Regulations to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Drinking Water

In a landmark move, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has unveiled its inaugural regulations targeting the pervasive presence of polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs), colloquially termed ‘forever chemicals,’ in the nation’s drinking water supply. Despite fervent resistance from the chemical industry, which has wielded considerable political influence, the EPA’s announcement marks a critical step towards […]

Waste Heat Generated from Electronics to Warm Finnish City in Winter Thanks to Groundbreaking Thermal Energy Project

In a groundbreaking endeavor set to revolutionize the energy landscape, Finland prepares to harness waste heat generated from electronics to combat its frigid winters. Nestled near Helsinki, the world’s largest seasonal energy storage facility is poised for construction, boasting cavernous underground reservoirs capable of storing vast thermal energy reserves. Spearheaded by the Varanto project in […]