Climate change is "a design project needing lots of attention" says William McDonough
Removing excess carbon from the atmosphere is a daunting but "very exciting" design challenge, according to sustainable-design guru William McDonough. More
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Ten innovative approaches to tackling climate change from our carbon revolution series
As we reach the end of the first week exploring the carbon revolution, here are 10 highlights from our research so far including carbon-neutral concrete and machines that suck CO2 out of the sky. More
Burying bioplastic clothes in landfill sites could be an "amazing thing" says designer Charlotte McCurdy
Unwanted bioplastic fashion items could be dumped in landfills forever, creating artificial carbon sinks to tackle climate change, according to designer Charlotte McCurdy. More
Nori aims to create "financial incentive for pulling carbon out of the air" says CEO Paul Gambill
Seattle start-up Nori is building an online marketplace that aims to incentivise people to capture carbon from the atmosphere. More
Tech Zero aims to be "world’s biggest group of tech companies committed to climate action"
A group of UK technology companies have banded together to form Tech Zero, a taskforce that will help the sector set targets for net-zero carbon emissions. More
"Carbon can be an ally in a regenerative future"
By understanding the carbon cycle, designers can work hand in hand with nature to develop sustainable new materials, writes Sebastian Cox. More
The Dezeen guide to carbon
This essential guide to carbon debunks all the jargon around the element. It explains what it is, describes how it contributes to climate change and lays out ways of tackling the problem. More
"We're mining the sky because there's too much carbon in it" says Climeworks
Carbon is the most valuable resource on earth, according to Climeworks, which has developed machines that suck it from the air so it can be turned into useful materials. More
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"The carbon revolution treats the miracle material as the saviour of our civilisation rather than its nemesis"
A carbon revolution is underway. In a major new series starting today, Dezeen explores how this incredible material could be removed from the atmosphere and put to use on earth, writes founder and editor-in-chief Marcus Fairs. More
Superflux creates forest of over 400 fire-blackened pine trees at Vienna Biennale
Design studio Superflux has set up hundreds of trees damaged by forest fires around an oasis of living plants for an installation called Invocation for Hope at the Museum of Applied Arts in Vienna. More
Net-zero emissions by 2050 is "greatest challenge humankind has ever faced"
A report from the International Energy Agency has laid out a roadmap for countries to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050, but it warns that governments must act fast to slow climate change. More
Solving climate change will require "technologies we don't yet have" says John Kerry
New technologies will be required to prevent catastrophic climate change, US climate envoy John Kerry has admitted. More
Maya Lin installs Ghost Forest of dead trees in Midtown Manhattan
Artist and designer Maya Lin has installed 49 dead cedar trees in Midtown Manhattan's Madison Square Park to raise awareness of ecosystem die-off due to climate change. More
Tesla suspends Bitcoin payments over concerns about "rapidly increasing" emissions
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced that the electric-car maker will no longer be accepting Bitcoin in exchange for its vehicles due to the cryptocurrency's alleged contribution to climate change. More
Antarctica's first flag aims to give the uninhabited continent a voice in the climate crisis
American journalist Evan Townsend has designed the True South flag for Antarctica to create a distinctive identity for the continent and encourage its protection by the rest of the Earth's inhabitants. More
Seven key materials designers are relying on to create more sustainable products
To mark Earth Day, we've rounded up seven materials that designers are using to replace more polluting mainstays such as plastic, concrete and leather in a bid to limit the impacts of climate change. More
Watch our live talk about designing equitable spaces
A panel of experts discussed designing sustainable and socially responsible cities around the world in this live talk produced by Dezeen for engineering firm Buro Happold. More
"Whitest paint on record" reflects 98 per cent of sunlight to cool buildings
Researchers at Purdue University have developed an "ultra-white" paint that reflects 98 per cent of sunlight and deflects infrared heat, allowing buildings to cool below the surrounding air temperature. More
Specifying tropical timber can "play a key role in the climate change battle" says Timber Trade Federation
Architects can help fight climate change by specifying tropical timber, according to Timber Trade Federation CEO David Hopkins. More
Timber Trade Federation exhibits six "conversation pieces" made from responsibly sourced timber
Dezeen promotion: the UK Timber Trade Federation is showcasing the winning entries of its Conversations about Climate Change design competition via a virtual exhibition and event series. More