Today’s Solutions: September 19, 2026

Yesterday we wrote about an agriculture company that has developed a plant-based coating that keeps fruits and vegetables fresh 3-4 times longer. In similar fashion, today we’re talking about a company that has created a simple filter system designed to prolong the ‘green life’ of bananas. The filter is a small piece of breathable material that can be placed with bananas before shipment to alter the environment they’re transported in, which doubles the lifespan of the bananas. Considering that the UK alone throws 1.4 million bananas away each day, this invention could seriously help reduce food waste.

Solutions News Source Print this article
More of Today's Solutions

Denmark introduces green taxes for aviation sustainability

Denmark recently revealed a bold plan to implement a green tax on air travel beginning in 2025. According to Thomas Danielsen, the country's transportation ...

Read More

A guide to the three kinds of movement your body needs every week

Making physical activity a priority has never been more important for our health in this fast-paced society when sitting all day is the standard. While ...

Read More

Why little treats matter: the science-backed benefits of small daily joys 

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM You know those small moments that somehow make everything feel a little better? Maybe it’s stepping outside into ...

Read More

Ancient conch blowing practice shows promise for easing sleep apnea symptoms

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM An ancient breathing practice involving conch shells could help ease the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a ...

Read More