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- Discarded face masks now threatening wildlife habitats Tue, 17 Mar 20, 4:30amThe worldwide outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) prompted many to purchase face masks for protection. Unfortunately, these protective masks have been harming the environment. Why is that? The masks are made of the plastic...
- Animal rights groups work to "Open Cages" of animals on fur farms Wed, 25 Dec 19, 4:30amThe fashion industry has recently experienced a rise in fur bans, thanks to successful pressure by animal rights advocacy groups and heightened consumer awareness...
- A tour of Seattle Chocolate elicits a deep appreciation for cacao Thu, 24 Oct 19, 2:30amIn 1900 BCE, Mesoamericans used cacao beans to make a bitter, fermented drink. By 1400, Aztecs traded cacao as currency. Spaniards later thought to add sugar. Nowadays, we just go to the store when we want to buy chocolate,...
- Scandinavian company Tikkurila debuts new paint collection to protect endangered species Tue, 8 Oct 19, 4:30amHeadquartered in the Finnish city of Vantaa, Tikkurila has been producing paints since 1862 but its latest paint collection, Endangered Colors, shines the light on endangered animals and will donate one euro of each package...
- New Animal Endangerment Map shows global distribution of threatened animal species Fri, 4 Oct 19, 2:30amToday’s wildlife are in peril, facing a variety of threats that test their survivability. To illustrate the crisis magnitude, a new Animal Endangerment Map has been presented that reflects the conservation status of globally...
- One plastic teabag can release billions of microplastics into your cup Tue, 1 Oct 19, 3:30amThe next time you are craving tea, choose the paper teabag or loose-leaf tea in a reusable infuser — just steer clear of the plastic teabag. Why? A recent McGill University study found that just one plastic teabag can leach...
- Honda makes largest renewable energy purchase of any automaker Thu, 26 Sep 19, 2:30amMultinational auto manufacturer Honda Motor Company, headquartered in Tokyo, recently made the largest renewable clean energy purchase by any car maker...
- Climate change is a public health issue amounting to billions in medical costs Sat, 21 Sep 19, 3:30amThe environment shapes our society. Hence, as climate change worsens, so do healthcare costs. Both the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) jointly warn that because...
- Adidas continues drive toward sustainable manufacturing with FUTURECRAFT.LOOP performance shoe Tue, 7 May 19, 5:30amIt's not everyday a household name brand in the performance footwear industry announces a 100 percent recyclable shoe, fortunately for conscientious consumers and the planet, adidas has developed the FUTURECRAFT.LOOP performance...
- Music festivals and events can set the stage for sustainability Sat, 30 Mar 19, 7:30amWhen it comes to entertainment, fans contemplate who they will pay to see in concert, what they will wear to the event and who they will invite to accompany them...
- From farm to table, sustainability shines at the Belle Mont Farm eco resort Thu, 17 Jan 19, 7:30amAnyone who has savored the beauty of the Caribbean can attest to its splendor. Not only are there captivating coastlines, but the islands in the area are accustomed to managing limited resources and are naturally focused...
- The best eco-friendly resolutions for 2019 Thu, 27 Dec 18, 2:30amWith the new year looming, resolutions are on everybody’s mind. That’s because the new year is all about new beginnings. Whether that means changing your diet, incorporating more exercise or focusing on continuing education,...
- Singapore, the City in a Garden, sets an example for a green planet Thu, 16 Aug 18, 5:00amSingapore has transformed itself from a hub of pollution to an environmental dream-city in the past 50 years. From afar, the country's landscape looks like any other modern city with abounding skyscrapers etched into its...
- A 19th century building is reborn as solar-powered temporary housing for families in need Fri, 20 Jul 18, 1:00amNo matter where you live or what you do for a living, there’s always a chance that fate will take a few bad turns, leaving you and your family in need of temporary housing...
- Red List expands to 26,000 endangered species Sat, 7 Jul 18, 5:30amJapanese earthworms, the Mauritian flying fox and the Bankoualé Palm are joining over 26,000 species categorized as “endangered.” The latest International Union for Conservation of Nature (ICUN) Red List report now...