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Facts & Figures

Sustainable Real Estate Development: Green rolling hills under a blue sky with the ocean in the distance

Sustainable Real Estate Development: A Green and Happy Home

January 27, 2023January 26, 2023

Sustainable real estate development, creating homes while minimizing their environmental impact and maximizing their social and economic benefits.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Architecture, Business, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Pollution, Waste
How to Prepare Your Roof for Solar Panels: Workmen in safety gear lifting a panel onto a residential roof

How to Prepare Your Roof for Solar Panels

January 27, 2023January 15, 2023

If you’ve decided to jump on the solar train for your own house, there are a few things you should do to prepare your roof for solar panels.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Lifestyle, Renewables, Sustainability
Impact of Electric Vehicles: white electric vehicle plugged in by sandstone brick wall outside a house

The Impact of Electric Vehicles on the Automotive Industry

January 27, 2023January 6, 2023

In discussing the impact of electric vehicles, we look at the history of the modern EV, and how recent developments are shaking up the automotive industry.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Environment, Politics, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
A Natural Burial: tombstones in a grassy field under lush trees

A Natural Burial: 5 Ways We Can Green the Funeral Industry

January 27, 2023December 14, 2022

Coffins, headstones and embalming services are harmful to the environment. A natural burial offers an alternative exit that minimizes our impact on the Earth.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
Path through a corn field under a blue sky: Pros and Cons of Biofuels

Pros and Cons of Biofuels: List of Positives and Negatives

January 27, 2023November 28, 2022

Biofuels might be an ideal renewable solution, but here we also explore when some types may be unsafe, and when they may adversely affect the environment.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Agriculture, Carbon, Ecology, Environment, Pollution
Sustainable Homes Are Being Undervalued: View inside a white-walled tiny house with wooden furniture

Sustainable Homes Are Being Undervalued – Why Is That?

January 27, 2023November 26, 2022

The undervaluation of sustainable homes is particularly baffling when you consider that 82% of homebuyers are willing to pay more for eco-friendly options

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Climate Change, Ethics, Lifestyle, Politics, Waste
Form: Request for Criminal Background Check

How to Use Background Checks Ethically (and Legally)

January 27, 2023October 25, 2022

When using background checks for either personal or professional reasons, knowing how to use them ethically and legally can save you both time and money. 

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Equality, Ethics, Politics
Sustainable Plumbing: faucet dripping

Sustainable Plumbing: Strategies to Reduce Home Water Waste

January 27, 2023October 20, 2022

There are several changes you can make at home in order to reduce your impact on the environment. Here are some simple sustainable plumbing ideas.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
coffee beans at a roastery, 5 Trusted Certifications to Shop Ethically and Sustainably

5 Trusted Certifications to Shop Ethically and Sustainably

January 27, 2023October 13, 2022

In this article, we study the most reputable certifications for sustainable and ethical shopping and help you navigate through them.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle, Politics, Sustainability
Can the Shipping Industry Achieve Carbon Zero? A large freight vessel out at sea at dawn

Can the Shipping Industry Achieve Carbon Zero?

January 27, 2023September 18, 2022

The shipping industry contributes to global warming and climate change. Here’s a look at if it could achieve net-zero emissions in the next couple of decades.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Carbon, Environment, Ethics, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
Led light, Energy-Efficient Lighting at Home

Energy-Efficient Lighting at Home: A Comprehensive Guide

January 27, 2023September 7, 2022

Considering energy-efficient lighting options can reduce the energy consumption of cooking, cleaning, hobbies, or leisure, without compromising these activites.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Why Do You Need CEC Accredited Solar Installers? Two men installing a rooftop solar panel

Why Do You Need CEC Accredited Solar Installers?

January 27, 2023August 13, 2022

CEC accredited solar installers must have completed the required education and requirements for designing and installing any type of green energy system.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Climate, Lifestyle, Pollution, Renewables
How Long Do We Have To Save The Planet? grey skies over the beach and ocean.

How Long Do We Have To Save The Planet?

July 31, 2022July 26, 2022

Can we save the Earth? How Long Do We Have? And exactly how much time do we have to stop global warming? We discuss the future of our fragile home.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution
Shopping Online vs in-Store: A photo of the shoreside ocean, where lot of plastic packaging ends up

Shopping Online vs in-Store: Which is More Eco-Friendly?

July 31, 2022July 25, 2022

In-store may sound greener than online, but there are still plenty of environmental drawbacks. We compare the true impact of shopping online vs in-store.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
US National Parks Have Altered due to Climate Change: Zion National Park

The US National Parks and Climate Change: 3 Important Facts

July 31, 2022June 18, 2022

What effect is climate change having on the condition and longevity of the National Parks? We take a look.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle, Travel
An Apple Up Close: Part of the Circular Economy

What is the Circular Economy and Why is it Important?

July 31, 2022June 18, 2022

The circular economy has three key principles: eliminating waste and pollution, circulating products and materials at true value, and regenerating nature

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Waste
Sustainable Building Materials: Bamboo Forest

Sustainable Building Materials: What Do Green Builders Use?

July 31, 2022June 15, 2022

Today, it’s possible to reap the benefits of choosing green technologies and sustainable building materials for projects in the backyard or around the globe.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Ecology, Environment, Waste
Bamboo before a stone and wood building: Sustainable Construction Materials

Sustainable Construction Materials: A Promising Future

July 31, 2022June 6, 2022

Sustainable Materials for Construction Are Promising, but What Makes a Material “Sustainable”?

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Architecture, Design, Renewables, Sustainability, Waste
Future of Solar Technology: Solar array on a vasts rooftop

The Future of Solar Technology: Some Bright Insights

July 31, 2022April 29, 2022

What do the experts have to say about the near future of solar technology? The information outlined in this article could very well come as a surprise.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Environment, Renewables, Sustainability
Carbon Emissions in Construction: A building under construction in a city at night

A Detailed Guide to the Carbon Emissions in Construction

July 31, 2022April 28, 2022

The World Green Building Council is hoping, by 2030, to reduce embodied carbon emissions in construction by 40% and reach net-zero status in 2050.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Climate, Environment, Pollution, Waste
Greenwashing: green gloved fingers holding leaves

Greenwashing: What It Is and What You Can Do About It

July 31, 2022April 25, 2022

With these tips, you’ll be able to better identify greenwashing when you see it and make a more informed and ethical decision about what you choose to purchase.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ethics, Lifestyle, Recycling, Sustainability, Waste
Scope 3 Emissions: buy local or bye-bye local

Scope 3 Emissions: How Companies Can Reduce Carbon Impacts

July 31, 2022April 23, 2022

This article examines the major sources of Scope 3 emissions and seeks to find areas of mitigation that will help companies improve their environmental impacts.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Carbon, Climate, Pollution, Waste
green retail

Green Retail Guide: Transitioning To A Zero Waste Company

July 31, 2022March 24, 2022

More companies than ever before are switching to green retail and sustainable practices. Here’s how you can green your business and reduce your resource use.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Environment, Ethics, Plastic, Sustainability, Waste
Solar Panels vs. Solar Roofs

Solar Panels vs. Solar Roofs: What You Need to Know

July 31, 2022March 8, 2022

Solar panels and solar roofs are similar in their main function, yet they differ in price, installation process, and overall efficiency. Here’s an overview.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability
Health Costs of Pollution

The Health Costs of Pollution

July 31, 2022February 13, 2022

We’ve all heard about the health costs of pollution, but which types of pollution affect health, and in what ways? And what can the average person do about it?

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Environment, Ethics, Health, Lifestyle, Waste
carbon handprints on exterior wall with paint

Carbon Handprints: An Overview and Tips to Start Measuring

July 31, 2022February 12, 2022

Rather than focus on how one’s actions adversely impact the environment, carbon handprints track the contributions one makes to shrink their carbon footprint.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Carbon, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Sustainable Agriculture: gloved hands managing seedling plants

Sustainable Agriculture: The Environmental Impact of Farming

January 31, 2023February 9, 2022

Many farmers around the world are moving towards environment care, while producing enough food to meet current demands.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ana Yong, Climate, Ecology, Ethics, Organic farming, Organic standards
wind energy

The Sustainability of Wind Energy: Facts & Figures

January 31, 2023January 27, 2022

An Exploration of the Sustainability of Wind Energy: It may be lucrative, but what exactly is wind energy, and just how renewable is it? Let’s discuss.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ana Yong, Carbon, Climate, Environment, Pollution, Renewables, Sustainability
Sustainable Ecommerce Packaging

Sustainable Ecommerce Packaging: Facts and the Future

July 31, 2022January 22, 2022

An Exploration of the future of packing for E-commerce products and it’s place in an environmentally conscious world.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Ethics, Plastic, Waste
green city

The Green City: 5 Ways to Make Your City More Sustainable

July 31, 2022January 15, 2022

What defines the green city of today? We explore the most sustainable cities in the U.S., and how you can make your local neighbourhod more eco-friendly.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags America, Carbon, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
sugar cane water waste

Minimizing Water Waste in the New Year: 4 Simple Tips

July 31, 2022January 8, 2022

It’s is a perfect goal if you’re looking for a simple way to become more sustainable, as water is one of the most precious resources on Earth.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle, Waste
sustainable pharmacology

What is Sustainable Pharmacology?

July 31, 2022January 6, 2022

It combines education and environmental stewardship with actionable change, designed to improve public health while reducing pollution.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
Impact of Solar Energy

Impact of Solar Energy on the Environment

July 31, 2022December 21, 2021

It’s becoming more widely spread – not surprising, as the sun itself is a source of life – but what exactly is the environmental impact of solar energy?

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Politics
suburban construction

The Impact of Suburban Construction on the Environment

July 31, 2022December 18, 2021

As we look for methods to combat climate change, suburban home construction continues to fill the nation with sprawl.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Architecture, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Politics
cardboard waste

What Does the Future of Packaging Look Like?

July 31, 2022October 3, 2021

The Future of Packaging – because it affects our food, our medicine, and even our hygiene; and it creates vast amounts of pollution in our rivers and oceans.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Environment, Plastic, Zero-waste
Wastewater treatment plant

Biological Wastewater Treatment to Offer a Helping Hand toward a Cleaner Environment

July 31, 2022August 26, 2021

The use of biological functions to process wastewater has nowadays been a popular trend, and is incredibly necessary.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Politics, Waste
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