Sustainable Living – Page 21

Where German Cars Falter, E-Bikes Gain in Power

E-bikes sales in Germany have jumped, as drivers, suppliers and even automakers embrace their role in the future of transportation.

By Melissa Eddy

Energy Efficiency Fashion and Apparel Greenhouse Gas Emissions Heat and Heat Waves Japan Labor and Jobs Summer (Season) Sustainable Living Temperature Thermostats

How Japan’s Salarymen Embraced Short Sleeves Through ‘Cool Biz’

Under “Cool Biz,” salarymen and government workers don short-sleeved shirts in the summer as offices are kept above 82 degrees Fahrenheit to save energy.

By Ben Dooley and Hisako Ueno

Architecture Home Repairs and Improvements Interior Design and Furnishings Real Estate and Housing (Residential) Restoration and Renovation Sustainable Living

One Architect Shows Sustainable Home Renovation Is Possible in Brooklyn

Using a technique called mass timber construction, a Brooklyn architect created a sustainable home for his family — with a tree growing at the center.

By Tim McKeough

Parks and Other Recreation Areas Sustainable Living Travel and Vacations

Discovering Albania’s Timeless Vjosa River

Amid fertile valleys, gorges, ancient ruins and mountain villages, Europe’s first wild river national park attempts to balance tourism and conservation.

By Alex Crevar