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Octopus Energy invests in scheme which recycles heat from computer data processing centres

What's better than having your own backyard swimming pool? How about having a pool that relies on an underground garden to filter the water rather than chlorine and other harsh chemicals?[...]

Whether you plan to swim laps, go diving or just sunbathe in the backyard, Aerie’s new collection of sustainable swimwear is sure to make a splash. Made from recycled nylon, the REAL GOOD Swim line offers comfortable swimsuits...

Ben Lecomte, the first person to swim across the Atlantic Ocean back in 1998, is now attempting to be the first swimmer to traverse the Pacific Ocean. The record-setter is taking on the challenge not only for himself, but...

You've heard a lot about the ocean plastic crisis, and may even know a fair amount about the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. But for many of us, the issue can still seem far away when we drink out of a plastic bottle or tote...

Scuba diving may seem like too much of a hassle, what with all the equipment, training and money you need to make it happen. A new product - that's like something straight out of a James Bond movie - called Scorkl opens...

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) has just released its 24th annual Beach Report, "Testing the Waters 2014," which identifies the most polluted beaches in the U.S. Shockingly, 10 percent of the nation's beaches...

Ever been skinny dipping? There's something exhilarating about gliding through the water in nothing but your birthday suit. But if you're in Sweden or Denmark, now's not the time to try it. A frightening invasive species...

Temperatures are soaring across the northeastern US at present, with several areas experiencing their longest heatwaves in over a decade. If you're looking to keep cool through this sweltering summer, but you don't want to...

NYC Dumpster Pools Make a Splash Pools are short in supply in NYC, so Macro Sea set out to add more with their ingenious Dumpster Pools. Commissioned by the city, Macro Sea built three pools out of repurposed trash receptacles...

Read the rest of Y/N Studio’s Awesome LidoLine Design Would Transform London’s Regent’s Canal into a Commuter Swim Lane Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: aqua design, eco commuting,...

Read the rest of Badboot: Massive Floating Eco Swimming Pool Coming to Antwerp This Summer Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: "sustainable architecture", + pool, Antwerp, antwerpen, belgium, eco design,...

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