Dutch couple moves into Europe's first fully 3D-printed home
3D printing has gained popularity as scientists, engineers, architects, and innovators discover more ways that we can use this technology to make housing more equitable and sustainable. Now, as reported by The Guardian, a Dutch couple has become the tenants of Europe's first fully 3D printed Read More...
Europe investing big in hydrogen-powered trains to make railways greener
Hydrogen-powered trains play a huge role in achieving a post-carbon future for transportation worldwide by making our travel habits greener. In Europe, this green railway revolution is set to begin sooner than anticipated. Germany, for instance, is expected to become home to the first Read More...
May 3, 2021
Today we're talking about the benefits of universal preschool as well as how a mangrove reforestation project is providing carbon credit revenue for communities in Kenya. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
May 3, 2021
Today we're talking about the benefits of universal preschool as well as how a mangrove reforestation project is providing carbon credit revenue for communities in Kenya. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
May 3, 2021
Today we're talking about the benefits of universal preschool as well as how a mangrove reforestation project is providing carbon credit revenue for communities in Kenya. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
May 3, 2021
Today we're talking about the benefits of universal preschool as well as how a mangrove reforestation project is providing carbon credit revenue for communities in Kenya. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
Colorado becomes second state to legalize human composting
Last year, we shared how Washington state became the first in the country to legalize human composting. Now, Colorado is adopting similar legislation that will allow residents to become one with the earth at the end of their lives. The bill passed the Colorado House by a margin of 45 to 18. Read More...
This low-cost filter fits directly onto jerry cans to provide potable water
According to the World Health Organization, at least two billion people worldwide use a contaminated drinking water source, leading to tens of thousands of deaths associated with unsafe water every year. To help expand access to clean drinking water where needed and save lives in the process, Read More...
The educational benefits of universal preschool
One component of the newly proposed American Families Plan is the institution of universal public preschool. In most US states, preschool is a private, optional educational foundation while public schools are only available starting in kindergarten. Preschool, however, holds many social and Read More...
This campaign encourages dog owners to collect litter while they walk
There are plenty of benefits to being a dog owner, one of which is that having a dog encourages you to be more active, which is great for your health. According to a 2019 study published in Scientific Reports, dog owners spend almost 300 minutes per week walking their dogs, which is a whopping 200 Read More...