First all-electric Norwegian commuter aircraft to hit the skies by 2026
Earlier this year, we shared a story about Rolls-Royce's mission to develop 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel as part of its efforts to help transition the aviation industry towards a post-carbon future. Now, the second-largest manufacturer of aircraft engines wants to go a step further and Read More...
Sea cucumbers: The unsung heroes of coral reefs
When we think about the coral reef conservation efforts, hardly, if ever, does the humble sea cucumber cross our minds. However, it turns out that these slimy, faceless creatures—or rather their waste—play an important role in maintaining the health and biogeochemical cycles of the Read More...
How to host a memorable virtual Easter celebration
Easter is just around the corner, and even though we can't yet gather with all our loved ones, we are far more experienced when it comes to virtually celebrating memorable occasions compared to a year ago. Here are a few ideas to keep your virtual Easter holiday fun and interactive. Peeps Read More...
This neighborhood food sharing app aims to cut down on waste
Food waste is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and a misuse of valuable resources. While at-home strategies like meal planning and freezing greens can help your family cut down your food waste footprint, it’s not always easy to use up every last grocery item before they go Read More...
Sale of world’s largest painting reaps $62 million for charity
The world officially has a new “largest painting” and the whopping $62 million from its sale is going to a good cause: charities for children. Sacha Jafri’s The Journey of Humanity (2020), makes the mark for the world’s largest painting, certified by the Guinness Book of World Records, Read More...
This grassroots renewable energy organization is powered by local moms
One by one, more cities are banning natural gas in new construction projects. One grassroots organization leading the transition to fully-renewable in Cambridge, Massachusetts is HEET, the Home Energy Efficiency Team. HEET advocates for replacing old gas infrastructure with geothermal micro Read More...
March 24, 2021
Today we're sharing how Krispy Kreme is encouraging Covid-19 vaccinations with free doughnuts and how transparent solar panels could build the extra efficient greenhouses of the future. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
March 24, 2021
Today we're sharing how Krispy Kreme is encouraging Covid-19 vaccinations with free doughnuts and how transparent solar panels could build the extra efficient greenhouses of the future. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
March 24, 2021
Today we're sharing how Krispy Kreme is encouraging Covid-19 vaccinations with free doughnuts and how transparent solar panels could build the extra efficient greenhouses of the future. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
March 24, 2021
Today we're sharing how Krispy Kreme is encouraging Covid-19 vaccinations with free doughnuts and how transparent solar panels could build the extra efficient greenhouses of the future. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...