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Coronavirus and the indoor farming revolution
Pandemic gardening meets new high-tech ways for growing food indoors — and the world will never be the same.
By Chris Taylor
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I documented a week of pandemic takeout trash. Here are the photos.
As I've transitioned to relying on takeout more, I'm watching my garbage bins fill up so fast you'd think 10 people lived with me, not just my husband and a cat.
By Zlata Ivleva
![I documented a week of pandemic takeout trash. Here are the photos.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03VtUpEvsrpg9d1L5GhOJBu/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623389605.jpg)
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Alternative meat is having a moment. Real meat may be done sooner than you think.
Coronavirus is a huge crisis for the meat industry — while Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods are surging.
By Chris Taylor
![Alternative meat is having a moment. Real meat may be done sooner than you think.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06BFk2rOUnV5zCziAV0YEET/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623389553.jpg)
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Stash both your coffee and water in this modular mug — Future Blink
Hydration and caffeination at the same time!
By Jordan Aaron
![Stash both your coffee and water in this modular mug — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07JMBX8Ox4SMpgStsjP91hC/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614274553.png)
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6 ways to reduce food waste, even during a pandemic
Reducing food waste can help you save money and cut down on unnecessary trips outside your home.
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Teracube review: A sustainable phone you're not supposed to replace in 2 years
The best way to reduce e-waste? Keep your devices for as long as possible.
By Alex Perry
![Teracube review: A sustainable phone you're not supposed to replace in 2 years](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/077j0TjMgMijnvuZgC39vT7/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623389379.jpg)
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These windows are actually solar panels — Future Blink
A game-changer in sustainability
By Jordan Aaron
![These windows are actually solar panels — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/05qZ362L9bWGrgiG34CXuUn/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614274282.png)
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Koalas are being released back into the wild after Australian bushfires
A glimmer of good news.
![Koalas are being released back into the wild after Australian bushfires](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04S6x6x6aCCmSIaI8rzXGo1/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614274142.png)
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This sustainable, powdered soap turns into liquid hand wash — Future Blink
Good for your body and the environment.
By Jordan Aaron
![This sustainable, powdered soap turns into liquid hand wash — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/05KrhS0oOwWqQ8QLQnD8nOu/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614274105.png)
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How to spot a sustainable tea brand
How green is your tea? We break down how to recognise sustainable practices in the tea industry.
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Scientists made an environmentally friendly gin from peas. Yes, it will still get you drunk.
Drink your peas, please.
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The future of electric cars could be recycled bottles and reclaimed fishing nets
Now that's sustainable.
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Alternative milks, ranked by how good they taste in a latte
We put oat milk and nut milk "barista blends" through the toughest test possible. Can they replace cow?
By Chris Taylor
![A milk jug being poured into a latte cup.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01NoLVpLw0DGTeQB9CfEp2s/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1614273949.jpg)
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Elon Musk says Tesla's Solar Roof is going global later this year
Production is ramping up.
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The recycling rules that could actually make a huge difference, but are probably doomed
The newly introduced legislation won't likely become a law, but there's plenty to learn from its sweeping proposals.
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Why Trump can dynamite a sacred, protected hill to build the border wall
"It's a new degree of devastation."
By Mark Kaufman
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What America's epic electric vehicle charging system may look like
"Once you’ve driven electric, you don’t want to go back."
By Mark Kaufman
![What America's epic electric vehicle charging system may look like](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03hG3aPMjnfR5y324HpLOAT/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623388639.jpg)
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Why did the coyote and badger cross under the road? To avoid a serious problem caused by humans.
"Animals need to migrate."
By Mark Kaufman
![Why did the coyote and badger cross under the road? To avoid a serious problem caused by humans.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07lJpZpUMSGXEYFQIZcrNJr/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623388558.png)
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8 surprising things I learned after testing an electric bike for a year
It may be too heavy for some commutes, but your heart will be happy with the exercise.
By Chris Taylor
![8 surprising things I learned after testing an electric bike for a year](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02KRVIY26ux1HZO6QdtWfN9/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623388489.jpg)
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Starbucks unveils new sustainability goals, including plans for more plant-based options
Its latest sustainability goals include the company shifting to more reusable packaging.
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Best sustainable tech at CES 2020: New Tesla rival, meatless pork, and more
Drive and eat with less guilt.
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Tokyo 2020 athletes will sleep on beds made from cardboard
No jumping on them though.
![Tokyo 2020 athletes will sleep on beds made from cardboard](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07k79Q7MKodZnvtQoTvf8xH/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1623388224.png)
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