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Environment

Weeds: Friends or Foe?

Weeds: Friends or Foe? A Guide for Natural Garden Diversity

January 13, 2026 by Christie Johnson

This article will challenge the ingrained cultural stigma attached to weeds by celebrating certain species that have historically been given a bad rep.

Categories Garden Tags Agriculture, Christie Johnson, Ecology, Environment, Gardening, Lifestyle
A family evacuates a flooded neighbourhood during a severe storm, carrying essential supplies as dark clouds gather overhead.

Climate Emergencies Are Increasing. Are We Ready?

January 12, 2026 by Brett Stadelmann

As climate-driven emergencies become more frequent, preparedness is no longer optional. What real, equitable resilience actually looks like.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Climate, Environment, Health, Politics
Sheep on grass between rows of trees. Green Building Materials for Resilient Construction in 2025

Green Building Materials for Resilient Construction

January 10, 2026 by Evelyn Long

The construction industry is a major emitter. If more turn to green building materials, the positive environmental impact could be exponential.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Monica Feria-Tinta

Law, Nature, and the Ecocentric Shift: A Journey with Monica Feria-Tinta

January 9, 2026 by Nina Purton

Can justice ignore the living world it depends on? Monica Feria-Tinta traces a path from human rights law to landmark cases defending nature’s right to exist.

Categories Interview Tags Business, Climate, Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
An example of a completed panelized home in Lake Whatcom, United States. Prefab vs. Modular Building

Prefab vs. Modular Building: What is the Difference?

January 7, 2026 by Rose Morrison

Today we look at prefab vs. modular construction methods, discussing the key differences in design, cost, time, aesethetics, and environmental considerations.

Categories Innovation Tags Business, Design, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
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Agroecology and the Future of Farming

January 6, 2026 by Brett Stadelmann

Agroecologist Uriel Menalled explains how biodiversity, soil health, and local knowledge can build climate-resilient farming—without silver bullets.

Categories Interview Tags Agriculture, Ecology, Environment, Sustainability
Share of electricity production from renewables, 2022 - Solar Power in Developing Countries

Solar Power in Developing Countries: What Works

January 2, 2026January 2, 2026 by Robert Cathcart

Solar is expanding fast in developing countries, but outcomes depend on financing, maintenance, and the right model: grid, mini-grid, or solar home systems.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Carbon, Climate, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Renewables, Sustainability
Sustainable Hair Oil: How to Choose and Use It

Sustainable Hair Oil: How to Choose and Use It

January 2, 2026 by Brett Stadelmann

Learn how to pick a sustainable hair oil—ingredients, sourcing, packaging, and certifications—plus simple ways to use it for your hair type.

Categories Fashion Tags Ecology, Environment, Lifestyle
Desert Home Maintenance That Saves Water and Energy

Desert Home Maintenance That Saves Water and Energy

December 28, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

A practical, guide for hot, dry cities to reduce water and energy waste, prevent breakdowns in extreme heat, and keep homes healthier and more resilient.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle
Carbon Emissions in Construction: A building under construction in a city at night

A Detailed Guide to the Carbon Emissions in Construction

December 27, 2025 by Rose Morrison

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
What to Ask Before Hiring a Landscape Architect

What to Ask Before Hiring a Landscape Architect

February 2, 2026December 22, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

A practical question list to hire a landscape architect who fits your site, budget, and values—covering process, sustainability, permits, and maintenance.

Categories Garden Tags Ecology, Environment
Close up look at perovskite, the mineral that is the basis for perovskites.

How Nickel Mining Parameters Are Creating a “Dead Zone” in Indonesia’s Water Systems

February 1, 2026December 22, 2025 by Beth Rush

How the mining process, processing parameters and tailings disposal methods contribute to widespread water contamination across Indonesia.

Categories Ecology Tags Environment, Sustainability, Water
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The Truth About Biodegradable PPE — Is It Really the Future?

February 1, 2026December 22, 2025 by Mia Barnes

Biodegradable PPE is widely seen as an innovation that greatly reduces this paradoxical harm. But is it truly a viable path forward?

Categories Waste, Stories on Sustainability Tags Environment, Recycling, Waste
Simple and Effective Ways to Teach the Next Generation About Freedom and Responsibility

How to Teach the Next Generation About Responsibility

December 19, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

If we want a future that is sustainable and prosperous, we must teach the next generation how to balance the heavy scales of freedom and responsibility.

Categories Equality Tags Education, Environment, Ethics, Sustainability
global water crisis

Hidden Rivers: How Your Home’s Plumbing Leaks Are Shaping the Global Water Crisis

December 19, 2025 by Rose Morrison

Every unnoticed leak behind a wall or under a sink contributes to an invisible yet growing drain on the global freshwater supply. This can have a greater impact than you may think.

Categories Climate, Stories on Sustainability Tags Environment, Sustainability, Water Crisis
Sustainable Bedroom Décor Ideas

11 Sustainable Bedroom Décor Ideas for a Conscientious Sleep

December 15, 2025 by Mahima Rawat

Opting for sustainable bedroom decor can help promote a more environmentally conscious lifestyle while still maintaining a stylish and comfortable living space.

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Product Review: Hey Sunday Laundry Sheets

Product Review: Hey Sunday Laundry Sheets

January 6, 2026December 13, 2025 by Ellen Rubin

A practical review of Hey Sunday laundry sheets: they’re convenient, cruelty-free, septic-safe, and yet have performance comparable to other sheets.

Categories Brand Guides Category Tags Ecology, Ellen Rubin, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
The Danger of the Story We Tell Ourselves About Civilization

The Danger of the Story We Tell Ourselves About Civilization

December 13, 2025 by Christina De La Rocha

Civilization’s origin story is often told as pure progress. Here’s what that narrative leaves out: surplus, power, and the rise of inequality.

Categories Equality Tags Christina De La Rocha, Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
Can Purpose-Driven Donations Replace Traditional Holiday Gifts?

Can Purpose-Driven Donations Replace Traditional Holiday Gifts?

December 11, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

Purpose-driven donations are not replacing traditional holiday gifts entirely—but they are redefining what meaningful giving looks like.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Sustainability
The town hall of Auroville, Pondicherry, India.

Inside Auroville’s Living Laboratory of Sustainable Building

March 16, 2026December 5, 2025 by Akshayaa Kariyakkar

Auroville, founded in 1968 spanning parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, India, was conceived as an experimental township on what was once a barren plateau.

Categories Ecology Tags Business, Climate, Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Renewables, Sustainability, Waste
Guardians of the Himalayas: Apis laboriosa and the Himalayan Ecosystem

Guardians of the Himalayas: Apis laboriosa and the Himalayan Ecosystem

December 5, 2025 by Rashmi Kandel

There’s one tiny creature that has survived the harsh conditions and defies the odds every day, the Himalayan giant honeybee, Apis laboriosa.

Categories Ecology Tags Climate, Ecology, Environment, Pollution, Sustainability
Sustainable Tech Companies Are Turning to SaaS SEO Agencies

Sustainable Tech Companies Are Turning to SaaS SEO Agencies

December 7, 2025December 1, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

Below is an in-depth look at why SEO matters so much for sustainable tech companies in 2025 and the strategies that help them thrive.

Categories Business Tags Business, Environment, Sustainability
Why Cheap Building Materials Are the Planet's New Fast Fashion

Why Cheap Building Materials Are the Planet’s New Fast Fashion

November 27, 2025 by Annie Button

The rush to adopt ‘greener’ building materials has created a paradox where many products have a low initial carbon footprint but aren’t engineered to last.

Categories Facts & Figures Tags Business, Construction, Environment, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
Embracing Real Sustainability: Building An Ethical Startup

Building An Ethical Startup: Embracing Real Sustainability

March 8, 2026November 25, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

A practical guide to building an ethical startup, with honest sustainability claims, credible evidence, supply chain accountability, and anti-greenwashing principles.

Categories Business Tags Environment, Ethics, Sustainability
How Data-Driven Insights Shape Environmental & Social Impact

How Data-Driven Insights Shape Environmental & Social Impact

November 25, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

Data powers business decisions, it guides what companies create and how they operate, and it unlocks valuable insights that drive change. 

Categories Business Tags Business, Environment, Ethics, Sustainability
The Unbearable Weight of Paper: How Paper Over-consumption is Damaging the Environment

How Paper Over-consumption is Damaging the Environment

November 20, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

Even if we make sure that we recycle it, our global paper industry is placing an unbearable weight on the planet’s forests, water, and climate.

Categories Ecology Tags Business, Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Lifestyle, Politics, Sustainability, Waste
The Truth About Corporate Tech Waste and Carbon Footprint:

The Truth About Corporate Tech Waste and Carbon Footprint

November 18, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

Tech waste makes up just 2% of landfill mass but creates 70% of toxic waste. Let’s take a closer look.

Categories Waste Tags Business, Environment, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
How to Make Your Business More Sustainable Through Sound

How to Make Your Business More Sustainable Through Sound

November 14, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

The sounds you choose, the equipment you run, and the way you support artists all contribute to a more mindful and responsible operation.

Categories Business Tags Business, Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Motorbike Taxis Redefine Public Transportation in Malawi

Motorbike Taxis Redefine Public Transportation in Malawi

November 2, 2025 by Deogracias Benjamin Kalima

Lack of public transportation in Malawi has led to the growing of an informal sector of motorbike taxis popularly known as Kabaza across the country.

Categories Equality Tags Business, Deogracias Benjamin Kalima, Environment, Ethics, Health, Lifestyle, Politics
The new Vice President of Malawi, Jane Ansah taking oath of office. A former judge of the Supreme Court, she becomes the second woman to be elected Vice President.

MALAWI: Mutharika Bounces Back, Rides on Rage, Wins Outright

November 2, 2025 by Deogracias Benjamin Kalima

Malawi’s 4th President Arthur Peter Mutharika of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) made a dramatic return to power by winning the General Election.

Categories Politics Tags Business, Deogracias Benjamin Kalima, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Sustainability
Better for You, Better for the Planet: Sustainable Foods Worth Growing at Home

Sustainable Foods Worth Growing at Home

January 9, 2026November 1, 2025 by Chloe Powell

Cultivating sustainable foods at home provides you with fresh, nutrient-dense produce free from harmful contaminants commonly found on store-bought vegetables.

Categories Garden Tags Ecology, Environment, Gardening, Lifestyle, Sustainability
Organic T-shirt Printing Guide: Cropped man hand choosing samples catalog multicolor T-shirts palette film membrane. Marketing advertising business textile fabric clothes production. Printing house, office, manufacture. Close up

Is Organic T-shirt Printing The Answer To Fast Fashion?

December 11, 2025October 31, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

Many manufacturers address environmental issues via sustainable fabrics, but ink is sometimes forgotten. Organic t-shirt printing is one potential solution.

Categories Fashion Tags Environment, Fashion, Lifestyle, Pollution, Sustainability, Waste
From Clay to Conscious Living: What Makes a Tile Truly Eco-Friendly?

What Makes a Tile Truly Eco-Friendly?

October 26, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

As conscious consumers and eco-minded designers look closer at every material choice, the story of ceramic tile becomes both inspiring and complex.

Categories Interiors Tags Business, Ecology, Environment, Sustainability, Waste
Buy Less, Wear Longer: How Sustainable School Uniforms Are Changing the Game

How Sustainable School Uniforms Are Changing the Game

October 26, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

A growing wave of sustainable brands are proving that school uniforms can be durable, eco-friendly, and last through multiple school years and multiple kids.

Categories Fashion Tags Environment, Fashion, Lifestyle, Sustainability, Waste
Renewable Micro-Projects - Community Solar

Renewable Micro-Projects are Transforming Rural Economies

October 25, 2025 by Nidheesh Chandran

More than just generating electricity or energy, these micro-projects serve as engines for inclusive economic growth, resilience, and environmental stewardship.

Categories Equality Tags Business, Climate, Ecology, Environment, Ethics, Politics, Pollution, Renewables, Sustainability, Waste
Environmental Cost of homes

The Hidden Environmental Cost of Our Homes

October 30, 2025October 23, 2025 by Brett Stadelmann

The Hidden Environmental Cost of Our Homes: Why Sustainable Living Starts Within Your Four Walls

Categories Sustainable Living Tags Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
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