Cement producers are developing a plan to reduce CO2 emissions
One of the world's biggest industries—and a leading producer of greenhouse gas emissions may finally be making moves to combat climate change. The World Cement Association recently held its first-ever global climate change forum, where industry leaders and scientists discussed strategies to Read More...
Despite the war, tens of thousands of trees are being planted in northern Syria
In northern Syria, widespread deforestation is only one tool used by successive generations of the Assad dynasty to press the Kurdish people. The area now seems impossibly arid, but it used to be green and living. In a bid to restore the region’s fertility and stability, a movement is underway to Read More...
This insurance giant is dropping support for coal-dependent clients
Insurance giant Swiss Re has enacted a policy that refuses coverage to any company that either generates 30 percent or more of its revenue from coal power, or uses at least 30 percent coal power to run its operations. While this move reflects a commitment to limiting global warming, it’s also a Read More...
Why you should leave a sugar solution in your garden today
Bees play a vital role in our ecosystems, but unfortunately bee populations are dwindling. There is, however, a simple yet odd way we can help save bees, according to Sir David Attenborough. In the summer months, bees can become extremely tired from all their work, so much so that they don’t have Read More...
The Netherlands may soon pass the world’s toughest climate policy
Seven parties in the Netherlands have come forth with a radical climate policy. The policy requires the country to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 49 percent by 2030 and 95 percent by 2050. The climate policy also requires that all energy must be carbon-neutral by 2050. Plus, the fourth Thursday Read More...
Grounding is the perfect alternative to meditation
While some people benefit tremendously from meditation, not everyone is into the activity of sitting still with your eyes shut listening to yourself breathe. If you’re one of those people, the alternative practice of grounding may be for you. Grounding is simple; all you need to do is find a nice Read More...
There are a few things environmentalists actually do agree on
Fights over renewable standards and nuclear power can be vicious. Here's a list of things that climate hawks share broad areas of Read More...
Want to be more productive? You may want to delete your social media accounts
Will deleting social media make me more productive? By now, you’ve probably asked yourself this question, and for good reason considering that the average distraction delays your focus by 23 minutes. Deleting your social media may help you cut out on the distractions and help you harness your Read More...
Scientists are racing to make oil-free plastics
Most of the world’s plastics are made using oil, which releases carbon emissions when the plastic is incinerated after use. Now scientists are out to make plastics without oil by using materials like straw, wood chips and food waste to produce bioplastics. One particular approach includes Read More...
Behold the eccentric side of Istanbul you’ve probably never seen
You may think of Istanbul as a sprawling metropolis full of market streets and mosques, but the city also has a playful modern side not commonly known. This part of the city is filled with minimalist structures, modernist geometry, and even rainbow-colored high rises. For a good glimpse of the Read More...