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A child in the wild. Nature can help to teach kids about sustainability

Teach Kids about Sustainability: A Guide for Green Parenting

October 21, 2023September 17, 2023 by Brett Stadelmann

We discuss why it’s important to teach kids about sustainability, and look at some strategies and activities that can make the process fun and educational.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Ana Marković, Carbon, Education, Recycling, Sustainability, Zero-waste
Kayleigh Goodman and the Floop team

Kayleigh Goodman: Floop, the Carbon Footprint Calculator App

October 21, 2023September 1, 2023 by Ana Yong

An interview with Kayleigh Goodman on the potential of the Floop app, a Carbon Footprint Meal Calculator, and how it can help to address climate change.

Categories Interview Tags Carbon, Climate, Ecology, Environment, Food security, Lifestyle, Organic farming, Sustainability, Waste
The El Niño: Map showing sea surface temperature anomalies in the Pacific Ocean on October 15, 2015.

The El Niño: What it is and What it Means for Us

October 21, 2023August 12, 2023 by Aaryaman Aashind

In this closer look at the El Niño, we examine the details of this weather phenomenon and discuss causes, past impacts, and future expected outcomes.

Categories Climate Tags Carbon, Climate, Ecology, Environment
The Environmental Cost Of The Maritime Sector: Global greenhouse gas emissions by sector

The Environmental Cost Of The Maritime Sector: Key Facts

October 21, 2023June 25, 2023 by Brett Stadelmann

To lessen the negative impact of its operations, the maritime sector must improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and promote environmental sustainability.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Carbon, Climate, Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
A Sustainable Toothbrush: The Sustainable Tomorrow electric bamboo toothbrush

A Sustainable Toothbrush: Calculating the Carbon Footprint

October 21, 2023June 20, 2023 by Logan Cohen

They’re historically made of plastic and billions of them are sent to landfills every year. Thankfully, there are now options for a more sustainable toothbrush.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Carbon, Climate, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Sustainable Transportation: A monorail in Germany

Sustainable Transportation: Eco-Friendly Commuting Options

December 26, 2024June 15, 2023 by Tony Gilbert

An in-depth look at sustainable transportation: eco-friendly travel and commuting options that help reduce your carbon footprint and make our planet healthier.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Carbon, Climate, Environment, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability
Technology in Sustainable Development: Man and woman working with a white robotic arm

Technology in Sustainable Development – Business Strategies

October 21, 2023June 14, 2023 by Chatty Garrate

We look at the role of technology in sustainable development and how businesses can try to reduce their impact on the environment with tools and strategies.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Carbon, Climate, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Clean Energy Policies and Incentives: Solar panels at the 550 MW Topaz Solar Farm

Clean Energy Policies and Incentives: US Goal of Net Zero

November 16, 2024June 5, 2023 by Natalie Szymiczek

The US government has implemented a range of commercial and residential clean energy policies, incentives, and tax breaks to encourage the use of renewables.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Carbon, Climate, Environment, Ethics, Plastic, Pollution, Sustainability
The Role of Nuclear Energy in Achieving a Zero-Carbon Future: Diagram explaining Nuclear FIssion

The Role of Nuclear Energy in Achieving a Zero-Carbon Future

October 21, 2023June 1, 2023 by Gabriela Zając

We delve into the various facets of nuclear energy and its potential to contribute to a sustainable, zero-carbon future, and help in mitigating climate change.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Carbon, Climate, Environment, Politics, Pollution, Waste
Share of electricity production from renewables, 2022 - Solar Power in Developing Countries

Solar Power in Developing Countries: Key Facts

October 21, 2023May 22, 2023 by Robert Cathcart

The role of solar power in developing countries continues to grow, helping to bridge gaps to remote areas that suffer from poor power grid reliability.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Carbon, Climate, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Renewables, Sustainability
Aerial view of the white buildings and white steam of a geothermal energy power station on the tree-less Icelandic landscape

The Role of Geothermal Energy in a Net Zero Future

October 21, 2023April 27, 2023 by Jane Marsh

Geothermal energy may require more of an investment to harness, but it’s one of the few sustainable resources unaffected by outside factors such as weather.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Carbon, Climate, Environment, Pollution, Renewables, Sustainability
Financial Benefits of Investing in Solar Systems for Buildings: A large white rooftop covered in solar panels

Investing in Solar for Commercial and Apartment Buildings

February 19, 2025March 11, 2023 by Tracey Gomez

Investing in solar for commercial buildings can offer numerous financial benefits, whether you have a small apartment complex or a large one.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Carbon, Environment, Renewables
A huge photovoltaic array covering one entire outer wall of an apartment building. Do Solar Panels Increase House Value?

Do Solar Panels Increase House Value? Let’s Examine

October 21, 2023March 3, 2023 by Brett Stadelmann

Can solar panels increase house value in a significant way? It’s true, solar panels can raise the value of a home. But are they worth it? We discuss.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Carbon, Pollution, Renewables, Sustainability
Can Australia Go Net-Zero by 2050? Solar power station in White Cliffs, NSW, Australia.

Can Australia Go Net-Zero by 2050? Climate Change Facts

October 21, 2023February 27, 2023 by Jane Marsh

Australia is one of the most resourceful countries in the world. While it has taken longer than expected to commit, it’s now aiming to achieve net-zero by 2050.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Carbon, Climate, Environment, Politics, Pollution
Path through a corn field under a blue sky: Pros and Cons of Biofuels

Pros and Cons of Biofuels: List of Positives and Negatives

December 23, 2024November 28, 2022 by Brittany Cotton

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
The city of Sharm Al Sheikh, Egypt, where COP27 is being held.

What To Expect From The World Climate Summit COP27?

October 21, 2023November 18, 2022 by Melanie Manard

We look at the focus of this year’s climate summit, COP27: Adaptation projects for emerging countries, sustainable transport solutions, and methane emissions.

Categories Climate Tags Carbon, Climate, Crises, Environment, Politics, Sustainability
The Real Fear of Flying: Train vs Plane Emissions & Cost

The Real Fear of Flying: Train vs Plane Emissions & Cost

October 21, 2023November 5, 2022 by Jane Cahane

Considering the ethical comparison of train vs plane, and other types of travel, Jane Cahane reviews the pros and cons of alternatives to cheap flights.

Categories Climate Tags Carbon, Climate, Environment, Ethics, Europe, Lifestyle, Pollution, Travel, Waste
Does Monitoring Your Carbon Footprint Help Fight Climate Change? Black footprints in the snow

Monitoring Your Carbon Footprint – Help Fight Climate Change

October 21, 2023September 23, 2022 by Amanda Winstead

The battle against climate change starts in your home, where doing a carbon footprint audit will point you toward your most wasteful activities and products.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Carbon, Climate Change, Environment, Lifestyle, Waste
Can the Shipping Industry Achieve Carbon Zero? A large freight vessel out at sea at dawn

Can the Shipping Industry Achieve Carbon Zero?

October 21, 2023September 18, 2022 by Jane Marsh

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
7 Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials

7 Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials

October 21, 2023August 27, 2022 by Leslie Rivera

A Round-up of Carbon-Negative and Eco-Friendly Building Materials for Your Next Home Upgrade

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Carbon, Environment, Sustainability, Waste
How to Reduce your Carbon Footprint at Home: Washer/dryer wit some indoor plants and neutral furniture

How to Reduce your Carbon Footprint at Home: 3 Appliances

October 21, 2023July 9, 2022 by Tony Gilbert

Starting Small: 3 Best Appliances to Replace to Reduce Your Home’s Carbon Footprint (Plus Bonus Tips)

Categories Innovation Tags Carbon, Lifestyle, Pollution, Waste
Carbon-Neutral Architecture: Metropol Parasol, Plaza de la Encarnación, Seville, Spain

Carbon-Neutral Architecture: Combating Climate Change

December 22, 2023June 5, 2022 by Rose Morrison

Insights into carbon-neutral architecture, where climate-friendly initiatives are used to balance out emissions, and how this relates to climate change

Categories Innovation Tags Architecture, Carbon, Design, Environment, Ethics, Pollution
Minimizing Brick Waste: Gabriela Medero lab photo - photo credit Heriot Watt University

Minimizing Brick Waste: The K-Briq – Going Green in Design

October 21, 2023April 29, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

This innovative building material has been developed with the goal of, among other things, minimizing brick waste while supporting green building design.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Carbon, Climate, Waste
Scope 3 Emissions: buy local or bye-bye local

Scope 3 Emissions: How Companies Can Reduce Carbon Impacts

October 21, 2023April 23, 2022 by Lena Milton

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
Sustainable Dog Food: Puppy at picnic

Sustainable Dog Food: 15 Tips To Ethically Feed Your Puppy

October 21, 2023March 18, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

Sustainable dog food is made to be environmentally friendly and healthy for dogs. It can be made with fruits, vegetables, specific meats and whole grains.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Carbon, Ecology, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Live More Sustainably on a Budget: Herbs in garden and on chopping board

How to Live More Sustainably on a Budget – 9 Savvy Tips

October 22, 2023February 23, 2022 by Cora Gold

You can combine cost-effectiveness with going green if you use a bit of savvy. Embrace these nine tips to live more sustainably on a budget.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Carbon, Climate, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability
carbon handprints on exterior wall with paint

Carbon Handprints: An Overview and Tips to Start Measuring

October 22, 2023February 12, 2022 by Jane Marsh

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
wind energy

The Sustainability of Wind Energy: Facts & Figures

February 18, 2024January 27, 2022 by Ana Yong

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
green city

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

October 22, 2023January 15, 2022 by Brett Stadelmann

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
biochar

Biochar – Nature’s Secret that Eliminates Carbon Emissions

February 17, 2024October 18, 2021 by Brett Stadelmann

Biochar: It’s an ancient practice that can eliminate carbon emissions in a way that scientists are only now beginning to appreciate.

Categories Climate Tags Carbon, Climate, Ecology, Environment
SOUR carbon calculator

SOUR Launches Carbon Calculator for Architecture and Construction

December 22, 2023July 30, 2021 by Brett Stadelmann

SOUR Studio, a design studio that addresses social and urban problems, has launched a Carbon Calculator for Architecture and Construction.

Categories Innovation Tags Architecture, Carbon
coal power plant

We Could Massively Slash Carbon Emissions By Improving Just 5% of Our Powerplants

October 22, 2023July 25, 2021 by Christina De La Rocha

If every country aimed to improve the efficiency of its 5%-10% most carbon-emitting powerplants, we’d be more likely to actually hit the 30-50% reductions target.

Categories Climate Tags Carbon, Politics
escalator and plants

Carbon-Conscious Corporations: The pathway to net zero for businesses

October 22, 2023July 1, 2021 by Brett Stadelmann

In the uphill battle against climate change, all corporations have a responsibility to reduce their carbon emissions – and fast.

Categories Innovation Tags Carbon

Dr. Richard Byron-Cox: The Intrinsic Value of our Planet

October 22, 2023November 22, 2020 by Brett Stadelmann

Featuring Dr. Richard Byron-Cox, the Head of the Capacity Development and Innovation Office at the UN Convention to Combat Desertification.

Categories Uncategorized Tags Carbon, Climate, Ecology, Environment, Planetary boundaries, Waste
city at night across water

Understanding the Importance of Eco-Friendly Solutions in Public Space Design

October 22, 2023November 21, 2020 by Lilly Miller

Design-wise, times are changing: More and more eco-friendly solutions are being developed & implemented in the sphere of public space design.

Categories Innovation Tags Architecture, Carbon, Design, Environment, Sustainability
Energy Remote

How Remote Working Contributes to Energy Conservation

October 22, 2023October 23, 2020 by DebD

Remote working offers, amongst other benefits, the general sense of satisfaction that one is having a beneficial impact on the environment.

Categories Innovation Tags Carbon, Economics, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
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