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Positive Efforts

Forever chemicals PFAS won't be in office supplies from 3M

So-called "forever chemicals" are hazardous chemicals that don't break down over time and can accumulate in the bodies of humans and animals, causing brain damage and diseases such as cancer. 3M announced it will stop making such forever chemicals starting in 2025, an important step that sets the tone for other...
HOW TO- Grow an Avocado Tree from an Avocado Pit
DIY

HOW TO: Grow an Avocado Tree from an Avocado Pit

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Lighting

These light fixtures are 3D printed and biodegradable

Walk into any lighting store and you’re likely to see a range of options, all of which are probably mass produced and sitting in inventory for purchase. This is not the scene at Gantri, a lighting company with bespoke designs, natural materials and fair pricing.  Gantri supports a community of...
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Electric Vehicles

Tesla, Kia and Nissan rank as the top EV in reliability

Consumer Reports' rankings report that Nissan and Tesla's EVs top the reliability rankings for electric vehicles. This is despite the fact that data shows EVs have more problems than hybrids or gas-powered cars. Tesla's Model 3 is the second most reliable new EV, outranked only by the Kia EV6. Consumer Reports...
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News

Mysterious sinkhole develops a surprising and beautiful ecosystem in China

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Public Transit

Better public transport systems are key for greener cities

A 2022 report by The Eco Experts shows that the transport industry accounts for 20% of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. This is roughly 8.43 billion metric tonnes (9.29 U.S. tons) of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions each year. These emissions come from burning fossil fuels to power cars and other vehicles,...
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Public Art

Enter into the current and future state of climate change

Perpetual Spring, designed by Obra Architects, was recognized as Best of Best in the Exhibition category, as well as in the Public Space category. The display features a thought-provoking look at the current and future state of climate change.   The full name is “Perpetual Spring, the Climate-Correcting...
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Solar

What you need to know about batteries to store solar power

Have you been considering buying a battery to cut energy costs and store solar energy at home, or charge your EV? The news is full of legislation and new technology breakthroughs related to renewable energy, and the time has never been better. Today, you have many options for home battery systems. But the technology...
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Furniture

They created a minimalistic furniture line from wood scraps

The Offcuts is a limited series of unique furniture pieces from Kastella, built in collaboration with Raphael Dinh. By using hardwood ends from production of their other furniture collections, Kastella has repurposed waste products into one-of-a-kind stools and other wood furniture. Kastella is a...

The Offcuts is a limited series of unique furniture pieces from Kastella, built in collaboration with Raphael Dinh. By using hardwood ends from...
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Homes

A green-roofed Hobbit home anyone can build in just 3 days

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Health

Transparent Label Campaign demands better pill regulations

When it comes to nutritional supplements, there’s a lot of concern about what they do to, and/or for, the body. But what about what they do to the planet? To animals and their habitat? Terraseed, a vegan supplement company, decided to find out.  The result is a 25-page report titled, “Animal and Environmental...

When it comes to nutritional supplements, there’s a lot of concern about what they do to, and/or for, the body. But what about what they do...
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Electric Vehicles

Ford releases a sleek new Mustang electric crossover SUV

As part of their commitment to shift all vehicles to electric models over the next couple of decades, Ford has been rolling out a series of new electric cars and SUVs, which will only accelerate in the next few years. The automaker has just teased a reveal of a new electric crossover SUV coming soon that looks...

As part of their commitment to shift all vehicles to electric models over the next couple of decades, Ford has been rolling out a series of new...
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Design

This waste recycling station is made of recycled waste

There's a good reason that humans damage the environment: they make trash. Everywhere people go, they leave waste behind. In areas with a lot of tourism and a lot of people, human waste is a huge problem. Such is the case along the Mexican coastline, where tourists frequently flock. And now, you know the backstory...

There's a good reason that humans damage the environment: they make trash. Everywhere people go, they leave waste behind. In areas with a lot...
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Gardening

Try making a mini greenhouse with these easy tips

The primary element of a greenhouse is a plastic or glass material that draws in sunlight and traps it inside the shelter. However, that shelter can take a variety of shapes, from the very pot the plant is in to a display case or shelving unit of plant options.  While an expansive greenhouse might be your...

The primary element of a greenhouse is a plastic or glass material that draws in sunlight and traps it inside the shelter. However, that shelter...
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Clothing

Clothes made out of waste materials with loud messages

“99% of clothes are never recycled. At Tiny Rescue, we welcome you to the 1%. We are proud to say our clothing is made out of waste materials!” stated Preeta Sinha, founder of Tiny Rescue. There’s not a lot of good news coming out of the fashion industry. In fact, it’s one of the highest-polluting...

“99% of clothes are never recycled. At Tiny Rescue, we welcome you to the 1%. We are proud to say our clothing is made out of waste materials!” stated...