We lose a lot of energy through heat in our devices. If a device puts out heat, regardless of what that device is doing, that’s energy lost. Researchers want to capture that and a new development utilizing carbon nanotubes may make that that dream into a reality.
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Fill the Bogs – filling peat bogs can help cut carbon emissions
Carbon sinks are a great way to help offset emissions. One of the biggest that the UK has areas that are just waiting to sink that carbon but they need a little TLC. Bringing back wet pet bogs can help reduce carbon but it’s really expensive.
Read MoreFruit Trees of Toronto – cool interactive map of fruit growing trees in the city
This is only good for Toronto, Canada but it’s so good that it should be made everywhere! Check out this Map of Fruit Trees located in the city. For those out there that forage in the city, a great resource for some yummy, free foods.
Read MoreNon-Washing Clothes – wear a t-shirt for days and days without washing it
Not having to do laundry ever again is the future we all want. And bonus, less laundry is better for the environment. There are a couple of brands that offer clothes that can last without a tumble in the wash but are they really better and do they actually work? As it turns out, the answer is yes.
Read MoreFast Shipping Hurts The Environment – slower shipping is the more environmental choice
We need to talk about our obsession with fast shipping. Yes, it’s awesome that when you buy something it can be at your door quickly, sometimes the same day! But that sort of speed comes at a cost to the environment. So if you don’t need it NOW, slower shipping is better.
Read MorePure Silk Eco Floss – the earth friendly way to keep up with your smile
You’re probably not flossing enough. Almost no one is but in case you want to jump back on the bandwagon ahead of your next dentist appointment, check out Pure Silk Eco Floss, the earth friendly, no plastic floss choice.
Read MoreCarbon to Product – captured carbon to be used in creating new products
Carbon capture is an awesome idea but you may wonder, what are we doing with all the carbon after we keep it from getting into the atmosphere? Well, hopefully, the answer will soon be “it’s recycled to make a ton of useful products.” Captured carbon will be refined and used to make thing we use everyday.
Read MoreModern Meadow – this company is making fabric from micro organisms
Textiles, specifically those made from animals or animal fibers in this case have a heavy toll on the environment. Cultivating these materials takes up a good deal of space and leads to a lot of manufacturing waste. Although the practice can be done with less waste on small scales, that’s not industry standard. Modern Meadow is the company that is taking on the textile industry by creating animal free products.
Read MoreWhat Will Climate Change Look Like – it depends on where you are
Climate change doesn’t look the same everywhere. The earth is a big place and how the rising temperatures effect it will be different, in some cases drastically different, depending on where you’re located at. Which means, what strategies you use to cope with it will be different. This article takes a look at how different climate change will be for various regions of the United States.
Read MoreTiny Gardens – start your own green space, no matter how small
Green spaces help you feel better and help your air stay fresh. Even if you live in a urban environment, you can still build yourself a little oasis. Whether you plant flowers or food, having some green space is good for you. This article shares some fast tips for building your own mini gardens.
Read MoreMicrogrid – for sustainability think small
Many people dream of living “off gird” and being totally self sustainable but humans are social animals and the future may actually be in microgridding. You and and everyone you know may one day live in self contained homes, without having to move out to the wilderness.
Read MoreRECOOL – the reusable biodegradable cooler
Summer is here which means we’re all outside eating and having a good time! So you need somewhere to stash your drinks and food, pre-grill. If you don’t have a cooler of your own, then skip the Styrofoam iceboxes and check out RECOOL the biodegradable cooler.
Read MorePlastic is Complex – Reddit thread breaks down sustainable plastics
Biodegradable plastic is a really interesting concept and a future that incorporates such products on a large scale is one that is exciting in a lot of ways. But as we learn more about the issue of plastics when it comes to sustainability, we need to realize that it’s not as easy as just replacing plastics with something else. This interesting Reddit thread outlines some of the hurdles.
Read MoreFUTURECRAFT.LOOP – the shoe with a life cycle
Recycling and reusing things are two of the big ways we can help the environment. There are things that we generally just use until they have to be tossed though. Like sneakers. Wear them until they’re falling apart, right? Well Adidas wants to make a change with that with the FUTURECRAFT.LOOP, the fully recyclable sneaker.
Read MoreConference Swag – this common marketing tool is killer on the environment
If you go to conventions, like work conventions, not comic, then you’re likely REALLY familiar with the free swag. Pens, magnets, tote bags all branded with company logos to get you to remember their services, whatever they may be, after you leave the weekend. This is not great for the environment.
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