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Charcoal Ovens Conquer the Backyard
From Neapolitan pizza bakers to Flemish patios: charcoal ovens are more popular than ever. What makes them so beloved?
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Why your kitchen herbs die on the windowsill
Lack of light, too much water and the difference between annual and perennial herbs: why basil and parsley often don't make it.
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Why open source horticultural technology is gaining ground
Open source horticultural technology is gaining ground: from Open Source Ecology to the sharing economy in allotment gardens and urban farming in Flanders.
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Smart glass regulates privacy and temperature without curtains
Smart glass uses liquid crystals and electrochromic layers to block sunlight and provide privacy at the touch of a button.
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Padel courts change the face of Flemish cities
The rise of padel transforms derelict industrial sites and puts sound standards in residential areas under pressure.
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Heat maps guide the planting of urban micro-forests
Cities use satellite data and heat maps to determine ideal locations for micro-forests and locally combat the urban heat island effect.
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Vertical farming brings the vegetable garden to the kitchen
Urban kitchens are switching to vertical hydroponics. Discover how LED technology and water circulation enable fresh herbs without soil.
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Keep Your Home Cool Without Air Conditioning: The Power of Passive Cooling
Discover how white roofs, night ventilation, and solar control glazing can keep your home cool during hot summers without a high energy bill.
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The Invisible Revolution: Living in a Screen-Free Home Thanks to Ambient Computing
Discover how ambient computing and smart sensors are transforming our living rooms. A future where technology is present, but screens disappear.
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Hydrogen from Solar Panels: The Ultimate Solution for Seasonal Energy Storage?
Discover how hydrogen from solar panels offers a solution for winter energy storage and what the European strategy means for your home.
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Saltwater batteries as home storage: The safe and sustainable alternative for your home
Discover why the saltwater battery is a safe and environmentally friendly alternative to the classic home battery. All about raw materials and fire safety.
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The Perovskite Revolution: Why the Future of Solar Energy is Flexible and Efficient
Discover how perovskite solar cells are transforming the energy market with higher efficiency, flexibility, and the power of tandem technology.
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Smart Windows Without Power: The Future of Cool Living
Discover how photochromic and thermochromic windows keep your home cool without electricity. Save energy and increase your living comfort with this innovative technology.
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Wind Energy on Your Roof: The Rise of Vertical Wind Turbines on Residential Towers
Discover how vertical wind turbines are transforming our cities—from resident cooperatives to the challenges of vibrations and permits.
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The Smart Doorbell: An Indispensable Convenience or an Invasion of Privacy?
Find out if a smart doorbell is worth the investment. We’ll discuss the benefits for package deliveries, the costs, and the important GDPR privacy rules in Flanders.
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Self-healing concrete: A future where bridges repair themselves
Discover how bacteria and innovative technology enable concrete to repair itself. A revolution for our infrastructure and the climate.
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The Future of Renovation: How Digital Twins Transform Home Renovations
Discover how digital twins, photogrammetry, and 3D modeling make home renovations more accurate, faster, and cheaper. The future of construction is digital.
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Smart Garden Sensors: The Revolution of Automatic Watering
Discover how smart garden sensors and rain radars optimally hydrate your garden while saving up to 50% on your water bill.
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Smarter Watering: The Smart Garden App Revolution
Discover how smart apps automatically water your garden based on the weather. Save water, time, and keep your plants healthier than ever.
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Plug-in batteries for home: Storing solar power without an installer
Find out all about plug-in batteries: from regulations in Belgium and the Netherlands to buying tips and prices for storing your own solar power.
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**Digital meter in Flanders: Pros and cons, costs and tips for your energy contract**
Discover the pros and cons of the mandatory digital meter in Flanders, associated costs, refusal options and smart tips for energy contracts...