Hydrovolts is a Seattle, Washington-based startup with an innovative micro-hydro turbine technology. Instead of relying on natural water resources, the Hydrovolts turbine is designed specifically for ...

Everyone has seen them, those tiny dark spots that spring up around the bathtub, on window sills, and on shower curtains. Mold. Mold is a type of fungus that loves to grow in dark damp places and can ...

Net zero isn’t new, but it remains very ambitious. And at this scale? Unheard of. We’re talking about the new Electrical and Computer Engineering building at the University of Illinois. This is a ...

Renewable energy advocates have long argued that subsidies for wind, solar and other forms of clean power would lead to more deployments that would eventually drive down costs and allow renewables to ...

If you drive an electric vehicle in Illinois, you’re going to get a little shock when it comes time for your annual vehicle registration. Last weekend, the Illinois National Assembly approved raising ...

We’ve all had those moments in the kitchen when we need something blended, but don’t want the hassle of dragging out another bulky kitchen appliance. Traditional blenders and food processors are great ...

A nice hot shower can be an invigorating way to start your morning or the perfect end to a long day. Wouldn’t it be nice to enjoy those hot showers without having to worry about wasting energy or ...

More companies and organizations are finally putting their money where their mouth is when it comes to sustainability. Most recently, the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, which provides non-profit ...

Single-use plastic is the bane of every earth-friendly person’s existence. We all know how damaging it is to the environment, but we can’t seem to escape it. The trouble is that it is so convenient, ...

Today, Connecticut state regulators denied permission for a developer to build a solar farm on 25 acres of land near Chatfield Hollow State Park in Killingworth, CT, a small town of 6,400 located in ...

A water feature can add a beautiful highlight to your front yard. Unfortunately, running the wiring to power a pump can be cumbersome, not to mention the fact that no one wants to waste electricity on ...

The best air filtration systems, are able to sift out almost all the harmful airborne contaminants in your home, leaving you and your family healthier and happier. Air filters typically remove two ...