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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...
Kindness is being used as a force for good...
Scientific research shows that kindness boosts the immune system and relaxes the nervous system. It is the most powerful and underrated agent of human change! Kindness saved this woman's life during the most traumatic events, this led to the creation of a platform that uses kindness as a force for good...
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A Sydney company dye-ing to make an impact...
Citizen Wolf is on a mission to give your existing wardrobe a longer life and end disposable fashion for good with their 'Black Fridye' program. The program encourages people to take an old piece of clothing and dye it black, extending its life and minimising your impact on our beautiful planet. What started as an anti Black Friday initiative in 2018, has turned into a multi-industry coalition of brands determined to elevate awareness around sustainability and conscious consumption.
Highlights from COP26...
A meeting that brings world leaders together to make real commitments towards tackling climate change (COP26) started at the beginning of the week. Here are some highlights of the progress that's been made so far...
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Winners of the first ever Earthshot Prize...
The Earthshot prize is a decade of action to discover and scale impactful climate change solutions. It will inspire, motivate and celebrate people all over the world to work together and repair our planet. Did we mention it was launched by Prince William and the Royal Foundation?!
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Ozone on track to heal within our lifetime...
Over 30 years ago, when scientists discovered that these guys were linked to ozone depletion, the world banded together to created the Montreal Protocol. This protocol banned ozone-depleting substances. CFCs and halons were the first to be phased out and HFCs are set to be phased out by 2030 in developed countries and 2040 in developing countries.
This protocol has averted more than 135 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions from 1990 - 2020. *woot woot*