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Reaching Beyond The Desk: How Coworking Spaces Can Transform Communities

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But beyond this, flexible workspaces are now contributing to the community in a variety of ways, from helping to reduce the carbon footprint of daily commutes, to driving local economic growth and supporting local charity initiatives. This can include hosting events, workshops, groups or seminars.

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Top 10 Most Innovative Companies to Watch in 2024

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Students can take the course as an elective, class or online enrichment program; optional teacher training is also available. Education Lumio Lumio by SMART Technologies is a web-based learning platform that makes learning fun and engaging on student devices. states, to help set up all students for success.

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Why we need to consider switching to a 4-day workweek — now 

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This, of course, goes against today’s always-on, 24/7 global economy, where long hours can seem inevitable, inescapable and natural. At Copenhagen-based software and design agency Abtion, employees had learned how to redesign working hours, meeting schedules and adopt new technologies when they chose to adopt a 4-day week.

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The 411 on Zero Energy Neighborhoods

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If someone were to tell you that you could move into not just a home, but a whole neighborhood that creates zero carbon footprint in terms of energy use, you might not believe it. Of course, the main draw here is the use of zero energy.

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16 planet-friendly gift ideas, recommended by TED speakers

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[Editor’s note: One of the greatest gifts you can give is the gift of lifelong learning. Learn more here. ]. Here are three: 1) An annual gift subscription to Duolingo (Plus or Family), because learning another language is a beautiful gift to ourselves and to the world. Digital subscriptions for the mind, body and soul.

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8 illustrations that show a hopeful climate future — but we need to act now

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And, of course, I vote for green congressmen and presidential candidates, despite the fact that many of them don’t get elected here in Colombia.”. As I am getting ready to return to work on-site, I plan to elevate conversations and action about my workplace’s carbon footprint. Watch his full Talk to learn more: .

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Designing Your Office From Recycled and Upcycled Materials

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Of course, most people are more familiar with the concept of recycling, so let’s start there. And many harbor concerns about the challenges their children and grandchildren will face because of the decisions made by today’s society. Both of these options can help you when it comes to creating your eco-friendly office environment.