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Eco-Friendly Meat is Here… And No Animals Were Harmed in its Making
If you’ve been following the news for, oh, the last 30 years or so, you should be well aware of the sorry state of our planet. The need for major changes in order to stave off ecological disasters is clear to all but those who refuse to see. Battery-powered public transportation…
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How to Plan an Eco-Friendly Vacation
For those that are environmentally conscious, there are many frustrations with the travel industry. Due to transportation emissions and lack of opportunities to practice environmentally friendly practices, it can be difficult to travel in a socially responsible way. Thankfully,…
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The Environmental Impact of Food Waste
Up to a third of all food produced is wasted, though that food could easily feed the hungry. This percentage varies. For example, up to 80 percent of food is lost in production due to pests and food that rots because they lack refrigeration. Food waste also wastes the resources…
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How Restaurants Can Become More Sustainable
There is an estimated 22 to 33 billion pounds of food waste produced by restaurants every year. And this is only food waste. The bags full of paper wrappers and plastic cups are similar in volume. Let’s look at how restaurants can become more sustainable. Find New Things to…
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How to Find an Eco-Friendly Apartment in Boston (or any other town)
For many people, a green lifestyle starts with the right address. The challenge is finding one, much less one you can afford to live in. Here are a few pointers on how to find an eco-friendly apartment in Boston while finding a great place to live. Look for Eco-Friendly…
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How to Reduce Commercial Electricity Demand Charges
The way companies are billed for energy use is changing in the UK. This guide explains how businesses can reduce their commercial electricity demand charges as soon as possible, and why. Energy costs The two most significant energy costs for a business are the rate paid per unit…
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8 Ways to Maximize Your Smartphone Battery’s Lifespan
A lithium-ion battery naturally degrades over time and the number of years covered since its first use until the time it has to be replaced is called its lifespan or service life. The average lifespan of a lithium-ion battery is between 300 to 500 cycles. It discharges and…
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How Remote Offices Can Help Companies Go Green
Turning your home into your workplace doesn’t just mean going easy with your dressing and flexible timings. But it has some REAL impacts on our eco-system and numerous benefits for the businesses. Working from the remote offices can help the environment by cutting commutes,…
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How Does Lead Affect Our Environment?
Lead is a toxic metal that is found naturally in the environment. It is normally found at very low levels in the environment. High levels can kill. And there is no safe level of exposure for humans. Let’s learn more about how lead affects our environment, including the people…
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3 Ways Drivers can Live Greener
Photo by Andreas Dress on Unsplash We get it: you love your car, and of course you need a way to get from point A to point B. Cars are part of our everyday lives; there’s a necessity to travel. And it’s NOT always possible to use public transport or find a carpool that’s heading…
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Laser Marking Technology for Increased Sustainability
Industrial practices have to be adjusted for sustainability in order to minimize our carbon footprint significantly. While households can employ greener practices, it’s large corporations that contribute the most to greenhouse gas emissions so if they joined in on the practice…
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Sustainable Lawn Maintenance Tips That You Should Know
Lush lawns are not only pleasant to the eyes, but they are also great for preventing storm runoff and erosion. They also improve water quality and help reduce air pollution. However, doing lawn maintenance often comes with expensive costs. Some statistics claim that Americans…
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These 5 Companies Use Solar or Wind Energy to Power their HQs in Texas
Texas has made significant strides in its renewable energy program. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) used to rely heavily on coal, but 2019 was a banner year for the state. According to ERCOT, which manages about 90% of the state’s grid, wind power supplanted…
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Energy Saving Tips to Save on Electricity Bills and Make Your Home Eco-Friendly
The world, as we all know it, is already suffering from the adverse effects of climate change. Unless we make drastic changes to corporate and government goals, there’s pretty much nothing we can do to mitigate it. However, you can take part in the green initiative by reducing…
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World’s First Plant-Based Running Shoes- by Reebok
Reebok introduces running shoes made entirely of plant-based materials. Running is one of those sports that are so easy to practice. All you need is a pair of great shoes, light reflecting outfit (safety first!) and off you go. No memberships, no special equipment- just the…
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UK Student Designs Bioplastic out of Fish Scales and Skin
UK student invents new-generation bioplastics. Can this be the solution to one of the world’s biggest pollution problems? It is this time of the year again, when James Dyson, well known British Inventor, awards his annual prize to the most talented student designer. With so many…
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Metro Ticket in Exchange for Plastic Bottles in Rome
Rome introduced a new incentive to tackle plastic pollution and I’m loving it! The city officials have placed special machines on three main metro stations. The machines take empty plastic bottles, crush them, sort them and give ‘digital money’ in return. The value of a plastic…
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Botswana Taps into the World’s Largest Coal Reserve
No climate talks can stop Botswana’s government. The country has allowed mining of the world’s largest untouched coal reserve. Last month, millions united in the name of saving our planet. People went on the streets and vouched for governments to implement climate-smart…
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Innovative Device Harnesses Heat at Night
New device generates electricity from darkness. Winter is fast approaching, days are getting shorter, nights are getting colder. It is inevitable that even the most eco-conscious among us start thinking a bit more about staying warm and cosy. A team of scientists from Stanford…
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Alternative Ways to Take Part in the Climate Strike Today
The World’s biggest climate strike is taking place today ahead of the upcoming United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York. Do you want to be part of it? Here are a few ideas of what you can do in case you are unable to join the crowds. I honestly cannot imagine that there…