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Plastic waste is being used to capture carbon emissions in new research…
Researchers have found a way to capture carbon and fight the climate crisis with plastic waste! The research team from Rice University in Houston discovered that heating plastic in the presence of a certain chemical creates particles that have the ability to capture carbon dioxide. Keep reading to learn how it works, the benefits and which plastic waste is included...
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Aussie craft beer brand is fighting food waste...
Did you know one third of food is wasted or lost globally?! In fact, it accounts for roughly 3% of Australia's Greenhouse gas emissions. This Aussie brand is combating food waste by incorporating unsold supermarket food into their recipe! Keep reading to find out which types of food their saving!
Carbon Offset Projects Go For Zero Supports
Did you know we're proud partners of Trace?! The legends that calculate and offset our organisational carbon footprint! Over 2 years we have offset 21.3 tonnes of CO2 which is the equivalent to 360 shipping containers full of pollution. *yeeha!*
Did we mention Trace does so much more than plant trees?! From using rice husks to create cement, to supporting renewable energy in Indonesia, keep reading to learn about the 6 climate projects our offsetting investments support.
Australia Launches National Battery Recycling Scheme
Australia is holding battery manufacturers and retailers accountable for where they 'end up' with the new official battery recycling scheme, B-cycle! Aussies can now drop off used batteries at thousands of supermarkets, shops and other community collection hubs around the country. Hello ALDI, Woolworths, Bunnings and Officeworks! Keep reading to see what they turn the batteries into...
Using part two of the IPCC report as a force for good...
The extent and magnitude of climate change impacts are larger than estimated in previous assessments. It is reducing our ability to grow nutritious food, provide enough clean drinking water, which is affecting the health and livelihoods of people, planet and wildlife. Read more about the key takeaways from part two of the IPCC report and how we can use it as a force for good!
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New Zealand is banning cigarette sales...
Cigarette butts are the most common form of plastic waste in the world. They consist of more than 15,000 detachable strands of plastic fiber that pose a huge threat to the environment. On top of this they contain toxic chemicals that leach into their surrounds. Read on to see how New Zealand is preventing the next generation from smoking!
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A light powered by saltwater and urine?!
According to the World Health Organisation, at least 840 million people have no access to reliable electricity. This means that 14% of the global population has no light for half of the day! Two legendary companies have solved this problem by creating the WaterLight, a handheld light that can recharge with ocean water, freshwater mixed with salt, or even urine in emergency situations. Read on to see how it works...
Boulder barrier blocks destructive fishing...
Did you know...Greenpeace are dropping boulders in the ocean to stop bottom trawling?! Bottom trawling is a type of fishing that involves dragging heavy weighted nets across the seafloor in an effort to catch fish. Commercial fishing companies love this method because they are able to catch large quantities of fish in one go.
Giant healthy reef discovered off Tahiti coast...
A team of researchers led by French Explorer and photographer Alexis Rosenfield, have recently discovered a new reef off the coast of Tahiti that appears to be healthy and unharmed by the bleaching event. They believe that this is possibly because the reef is deeper and protected against warmer waters and human activity (overfishing, pollution, and eco tourism)...
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3D Printed Plant-Based Steaks...
Israeli start-up Redefine Meat has developed a solution that bridges the gap for those wanting to transition to a vegan diet without sacrificing their favourite meat-based recipes. Read along to find out how it works...
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Plastic-free fruit sticker alternative...
Fruit and vegetables return to the earth, but what about the stickers? Unfortunately, due to their plastic nature they break down into micro-plastics that pose a threat to the environment and wildlife. Check out this plastic-free alternative...