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: 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: fotogigi85/123rf.com Bees play a crucial role in maintaining global biodiversity and supporting food production, yet they often establish hives in undesirable locations. Relocating these colonies can be a necessary step to ensure both human safety and bee preservation. When bees build hives in human habitats, it is important to assess the situation carefully….
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: dmitryag/123rf.com A startup in Austin, Texas, is tackling the significant environmental issue of disposable diaper waste with an innovative product that combines biodegradable materials and fungi. Hiro Technologies has developed the MycoDigestible Diaper, which includes a packet of plastic-eating fungi designed to break down the diaper after use. The Environmental Protection Agency reported…
Image Credit: maru1122maru/123rf.com In a world where insect populations are declining at alarming rates, a range of actionable steps can be taken to support these crucial species and the ecosystems they sustain. Research indicates that even in protected areas, insects are struggling, which poses risks not just to their populations but also to birds, bats,…
Image Credit: mungkhoodyo/123rf.com A new study from European researchers has revealed innovative ways to repurpose outdated smartphones, transforming them into functional miniature data centers. This initiative aims to tackle both the challenges of electronic waste and the need for real-time data collection in various fields, including marine research and urban transit systems. The research, conducted…
Image Credit: steveallenuk/123rf.com Urban mining is gaining momentum in Europe as a critical strategy for enhancing resource independence and addressing climate challenges. This innovative approach focuses on extracting valuable materials from discarded electronics and construction waste, a move that aligns with the European Union’s broader goals of sustainability and self-sufficiency. As Europe seeks to reduce…
Image Credit: kamchatka/123rf.com Coral reefs are facing a critical crisis, with over 80 percent of the world’s reef area experiencing heat stress in 2023, marking the most severe global coral bleaching event since the 1990s. In response to this alarming trend, scientists at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography have developed a novel solution to aid…
Image Credit: ryosha/123rf.com In a significant advancement towards its net zero targets, the UK government has announced that nearly all new homes in England will be equipped with solar panels by 2027. This policy mandates that housebuilders include rooftop solar installations as standard during the construction of new homes, aligning the housing strategy with the…
