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How Do You Turn ‘Urban Decay’ Into a Garden?

Apiary Studio in Philadelphia works with whatever a site holds to create landscapes that match the city’s aesthetic: “gritty, punk, improvised, layered with history.”

By Margaret Roach

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Plan to Stash Pollution Beneath the Sea Could Save Money and Jobs

The Italian energy giant Eni sees future profits from collecting carbon dioxide and pumping it into natural gas fields that have been exhausted.

By Stanley Reed

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Why Is There So Much Plastic Food Packaging?

As governments impose limits on plastic food packaging, climate-friendlier alternatives are in the works. Here are some that might be coming to a grocery store near you.

By Kim Severson

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Your Inhalers and EpiPens Aren’t Very Healthy for the Environment

For eco-conscious consumers of personal medical devices, recycling options are limited. Some companies are trying to change that.

By Ted Alcorn