Plastic pollution is a big problem. It would be great if it could be broken down into something harmless that could be reused in other products or at least into less harmful. Two young scientists have zeroed in on a solution that turns it into CO2 and water.
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The Great Sundew – this hungry little plant is getting a second chance
Some good news from the world of plants. The Great Sundew, an endangered species native to parts of England, is getting a second chance in the wild as a new conservation effort has started up. Might be worth noting that despite it’s gentle name, these little guys are carnivorous.
Read MoreWhat is the Climate Crisis – quick read through about what’s going on
What is the climate crisis? You might be a bit confused as to what’s causing it and why it’s such a big deal. Why do we care about emissions? What’s the big deal with the oceans getting a little warm? Why is it a crisis? Well this article lays out the basic issues clearly.
Read MoreDrought Resistant Barley – gene discovered that gives barley a boost in survival
As climate change ramps up, droughts are a major concern but scientists have found a gene in barely that may be able to help crops of the future survive dry seasons and give higher yields which will help push back against food scarcity.
Read MoreConsume Less for Emissions Goals – how we shop and eat matters
Changing over to electric cars and renewable energy sources are great ways to battle climate change but they’re not all we need to do to make a difference. According to Prof Sir Ian Boyd, chief environment scientist for the UK, you’ve gotta consume way less stuff.
Read MoreRemember Climate Change – even as you get used to the heat, remember the real issue
We’re all getting really used to the heat waves. Which, on one hand, we should so that we can better deal with them but on the other, it’s making us way less aware of why they are happening. As we become acclimated to the heat, it’s important that we remember why it’s happening. Climate change, and lets all keep in mind that’s bad.
Read MoreInsect Pet Food – a sustainable pet food option?
Insect based food is one of those wild ideas that people kick about when we discuss more sustainable eating habits. Some vets are recommending that people turn that advice to their pets and begin feeding insect based pet food to their dogs and cats.
Read MoreSustainable Palm Oil Harvesting – Peru commits to making changes
Palm oil is used in just about everything and its harvest is causing a large amount of deforestation in South America. Peru is committing to ending this practice and moving towards sustainable palm oil harvesting by 2021.
Read MoreAmazon Fires – the man made blaze is bad news for emissions
If you haven’t heard by now, the Amazon is on fire. This isn’t a wildfire, like the types you see in Spain or California during dry seasons, these fires are man made and the last step in deforestation of the area. Although the rain forest can have dry spells, they are nothing like the devastation that these man made fires are causing.
Read MoreLA Prepares for Climate Change – the city is implementing changes to prepare for a warmer future
In places known for their warm weather, climate change means that it’s going to get even warmer. Los Angeles is sunny and hot, hot, hot. In order to prepare for the coming climate changes, the city is taking innovative measures.
Read MoreThe Future With No Cars – instead of electric, try car free
Electric cars are the future right? Well, try this thought on for size. What if if the future is no cars at all? For a more sustainable future, the answer might be in less people having cars at all and more reliance on other modes of transportation.
Read MoreThe Dust Bowl Of Tomorrow – if we don’t want to see it, we need to care for our land better
How we manage our dirt is going to be so important in the coming years. As temperatures get higher and the air gets drier, we want to make sure that we aren’t setting ourselves up for another Dust Bowl event. This isn’t a problem for many parts of the world but if you live in one where great plains can suddenly dry out and lead to clouds of dirt, you may want to be wary.
Read MoreThe Future Needs Better Batteries – storing renewable energy is the next hurdle
Using power efficiently isn’t all about just using renewable sources, we also need better ways to store that power, on a large scale. A future that relies on renewable energy is a future that calls for better power storage to utilize it and right now, we’re mostly relying on decades old technology.
Read MoreMicroplastics Found in the Arctic – plastic found in the snow
The Arctic is generally considered to be of the most pristine environment left on Earth, free from the touch of human hands but this isn’t really the case as even there they’ve found plastic and rubber particles in the snow so guess that leaves nothing at all we haven’t touched.
Read MoreSustainable Fish – how to eat seafood in the age of climate change
The world loves seafood. Even places that are nowhere close to the sea. Which would be fine if transporting seafood didn’t cause so many emissions. Don’t fear though, it’s possible to enjoy seafood in a sustainable fashion. The answer is simple, eat local!
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