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Study shows majority of “home compostable” plastics don’t fully degrade

If you've ever been turning over your compost heap and found months-old "compostable" plastic items that were still mostly intact – well, you're not alone. New research states that 60% of such plastics don't fully degrade in home composting systems.

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Wink electric vehicles offer car-like features – and solar charging

If most of your car trips are short and made at lower speeds, perhaps you don't need a full-on automobile. A less-expensive Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) may suffice, and US startup Wink Motors has just announced a new line of the critters.

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NYC skyscraper wears its structure outside to free up space inside

Foster + Partners has completed its third skyscraper in recent weeks. Rising to a height of 206.45 m in New York City, 425 Park Avenue is defined by an eye-catching exterior that puts its bracing on the outside, freeing up floorspace within.

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Lightweight Geo ebike takes just a second to fold up and in

A commuting by ebike that involves hopping on and off trains or buses during the journey can be a whole lot easier if you can fold your ride. Ossby has introduced what's sure to be an attention-grabbing pedal-assist ride that does so in a second.

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