Ellie

As cities work to reduce building emissions and improve energy efficiency, one challenge remains particularly difficult: upgrading older apartment buildings without costly renovations. For many renters, outdated heating systems and inefficient window air conditioners are still the norm. Window-mounted heat pumps are a promising solution. Unlike traditional window AC units, these systems provide both heating and cooling in a single appliance. They work by transferring heat rather than...

Use your disposal correctly. When you have food waste that you can’t compost, opt for the disposal instead of the trash. But never, ever, e

I grew up on an organic farm with parents who were environmental activists, so I instinctively pay close attention to my own habits and life