Image Credit: dolgachov/123rf.com Grocery prices in the United States have surged, prompting consumers to seek ways to cut costs and reduce waste. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, between 30 to 40 percent of food produced in the country ends up in landfills. This waste contributes significantly to methane emissions, a greenhouse gas that…
Image Credit: serezniy/123rf.com The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has issued a landmark advisory opinion affirming that nations can hold each other legally accountable for the impacts of climate change, including historical emissions. This ruling could empower vulnerable countries to pursue legal action against major polluters, despite the opinion being non-binding. The case, which originated…
Image Credit: Christopher Rosario, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons In the aftermath of the Eaton Fire in Southern California, a significant recovery effort is transforming charred debris into valuable materials for rebuilding. The fire devastated neighborhoods, including The Bunny Museum in Altadena, which once housed over 60,000 bunny artifacts. Co-founder Candace Frazee is now focused…
Image Credit: Photo courtesy of Loop Biotech© Traditional burial practices, while meaningful, often impose significant environmental burdens through the use of chemicals, hardwood, and land. A new approach is emerging that seeks to minimize this ecological impact, rooted in the use of mushrooms. In a pioneering event, the first burial in North America using a…
Image Credit: tykhyi/123rf.com Lisbon has launched a citywide reusable cup system, making it the first European capital to implement a deposit-and-return scheme aimed at reducing single-use plastic waste in its hospitality and nightlife sectors. This initiative coincides with Plastic Free July and seeks to address the environmental impact of disposable cups, of which about 25,000…
Image Credit: liudmilachernetska/123rf.com A growing emphasis on sustainability is transforming kitchen practices around the world, encouraging households to adopt eco-friendly appliances alongside healthier eating habits. By making informed choices, consumers can significantly reduce their environmental impact while enjoying modern conveniences. One of the most effective changes is switching from a stove to an electric kettle…
Image Credit: soleilc1/123rf.com Torrential rains in the Texas Hill Country have caused catastrophic flooding, with the Guadalupe River swelling over 25 feet within hours. This sudden deluge has resulted in the deaths of at least 119 individuals, making it one of the deadliest floods in Texas history. The communities of Hunt, Ingram, Kerrville, and surrounding…
Image Credit: jinnaritt/123rf.com This month marks Reduce Plastic Month, commonly referred to as Plastic Free July in the United States, a timely reminder for travelers to reduce plastic waste during their summer journeys. As air travel remains a popular choice for vacations and business trips, it presents an opportunity to adopt eco-friendly practices while in…
Image Credit: annakolosiuk/123rf.com Scientists at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have developed an innovative cement-based paint that mimics the body’s natural cooling process through evaporation, offering a potential solution to combat rising temperatures in urban areas. Unlike conventional cooling paints that repel water, this new formulation is designed to store water within its porous structure…
Image Credit: skynext/123rf.com A recent study conducted by Dutch consultancy CE Delft suggests that implementing a modest tax on airline tickets could significantly reduce the aviation sector’s carbon footprint and generate substantial revenue for climate initiatives. The report, commissioned by the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force, estimates that such a tax could raise over €100…
