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Megy Karydes is a journalist based in Chicago, United States of America. Her byline has appeared in USA Today, Fortune, Forbes, Rodale's Organic Life, National Geographic's The Plate, The Atlantic's CityLab, Sierra, Midwest Living magazine, Travel + Leisure, Chicago Tribune, among others.
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To save more water, American homes need smaller pipes
The article discusses the inefficiency of oversized plumbing pipes in American homes and the potential benefits of using smaller pipes to conserve water and reduce costs. It highlights the Water Demand Calculator, developed by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, as a tool to optimize pipe sizing. The article emphasizes the importance of adopting water-saving measures, such as low-flow fixtures, to address climate change-induced droughts and improve water safety. It also notes the reluctance of some plumbers to change practices due to a lack of education and the need for regulatory adoption of new standards.
How Long Does It Take to Walk 10,000 Steps?
The article explores the time it takes to walk 10,000 steps, highlighting the health benefits of achieving this daily goal. It explains that the time required varies based on walking pace, stride length, and other factors, with an average of 100 minutes for a moderate pace. Experts suggest that breaking up the steps throughout the day can be as beneficial as completing them in one session. The article also discusses calorie burn rates and ways to enhance the benefits of walking, such as increasing intensity or walking outdoors.
Choosing Materials for a Carbon Neutral World
Gensler, the world's largest architecture firm, is committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all its projects by 2030 through its Gensler Cities Climate Challenge (GC3). The firm emphasizes the importance of measuring both operational and embodied carbon to improve outcomes. Strategies include selecting low-impact materials, reusing buildings, and developing Gensler Product Standards to ensure products meet environmental criteria. The building and construction sector, responsible for 37% of global emissions, is a key focus in the fight against climate change.
The Power of Carbon Neutral Lighting
The built environment contributes significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions, prompting the lighting industry to pursue carbon neutrality. Coronet, a leader in sustainable lighting, emphasizes the importance of minimizing carbon emissions during both production and operational phases. The company collaborates with architects like Gensler to provide energy-efficient lighting solutions. Coronet's LS Series luminaires exemplify innovation with high efficiency and transparency through Declare labels. The company is also at the forefront of standardizing Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) to better assess the embodied carbon in lighting products.
Summer Splash: Keeping Cool With Water Fitness
Aquatic sports offer a comprehensive workout and cooling benefits during summer, with experts like Olympic medalist Cullen Jones and instructor Jane Brenner advocating for early swimming lessons and water-based exercises. Despite the benefits, a significant portion of U.S. adults and children lack swimming skills, highlighting the importance of water safety education. Water fitness not only enhances physical health but also fosters community and mental well-being.
Summer Splash: Keeping Cool With Water Fitness
Aquatic sports offer a comprehensive workout and cooling benefits during summer, with experts like Olympic medalist Cullen Jones and water aerobics instructor Jane Brenner advocating for early swimming lessons and water-based exercises. Despite the benefits, a significant portion of U.S. adults and children lack swimming skills, highlighting the importance of water safety education. Water fitness not only enhances physical health but also fosters community and mental well-being.
The Effects of Furniture in Today’s Classroom are Far
Classroom design has evolved significantly, emphasizing flexible and adaptable furniture to support active learning and diverse student needs. Research indicates that well-designed classrooms with adaptable furniture enhance student participation, retention, and engagement. Companies like KI are at the forefront, offering innovative solutions like the Ruckus chair, which supports various postures and learning styles. Sustainability and durability are also key considerations in modern classroom furniture design, ensuring long-term use and minimal environmental impact.
The Effects of Furniture in Today’s Classroom are Far
Classroom design has evolved significantly, emphasizing flexible and adaptable furniture to support active learning and diverse student needs. Research indicates that well-designed classrooms with adaptable furniture enhance student participation, retention, and engagement. Companies like KI are at the forefront, offering innovative solutions like the Ruckus chair, which supports various postures and learning styles. Sustainability and durability are also key considerations in modern classroom furniture design, ensuring long-term use and minimal environmental impact.
New Orleans: Elegance and Decadence
The article discusses a book titled 'New Orleans: Elegance and Decadence' which captures the essence of New Orleans through the interiors, furnishings, art collections, and gardens of various creative individuals in the 1990s. These individuals are characterized as dreamers and urban pioneers, encompassing a diverse group such as bohemian artists, artisans, architects, preservationists, activists, antiquarians, restaurateurs, and teachers. They are united by their choice to live outside mainstream society and are celebrated for their contributions to the unique cultural tapestry of New Orleans.
What/Why Small Businesses Need to Know About the Package Bills in Congress
The article discusses a package of six bipartisan bills in Congress aimed at regulating big tech companies like Amazon, Google, Facebook, and Apple to promote fair competition in the digital marketplace. The bills seek to prevent predatory practices that harm small businesses and consumers by prohibiting tech giants from engaging in behaviors like forcing purchases for platform access, data scraping for competing products, and charging exorbitant fees. The legislation includes the American Choice and Innovation Online Act, the Platform Competition and Opportunity Act, the Ending Platform Monopolies Act, and the Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act. Small Business Rising, a coalition representing small businesses, supports the bills. The article encourages readers to get involved and stay informed about the impact of these potential changes.
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