Florida is cracking down on the exotic pet trade
Reports of pythons eating local cats have become more and more common in Florida as exotic pet ownership has gone off the rails. Snakes, iguanas, and other reptiles are posing a serious ecological threat in the state where many people adopt exotic pets only to realize how difficult they are to care Read More...
Quebec demonstrates the efficacy of universal childcare
Earlier this week, we discussed how universal preschool can make early education more accessible for all. One country demonstrating the benefits of this subsidized educational opportunity is Quebec, where universal childcare is making both education and the professional world more Read More...
Byway Travel wants to make your next vacation more sustainable
Excited to return to travel, but concerned about doing so sustainably? New travel company Byway Travel could hold the solution to your problems. Founded in March of last year by Cat Jones, the company organizes what they call “slow travel” itineraries that guide travelers to fascinating Read More...
May 4, 2021
Today we're talking about the re-emergence of a rare butterfly and the implications of Hawaii's climate emergency declaration. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
May 4, 2021
Today we're talking about the re-emergence of a rare butterfly and the implications of Hawaii's climate emergency declaration. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
May 4, 2021
Today we're talking about the re-emergence of a rare butterfly and the implications of Hawaii's climate emergency declaration. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
May 4, 2021
Today we're talking about the re-emergence of a rare butterfly and the implications of Hawaii's climate emergency declaration. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
Hawaii marks threat of climate change with state of emergency declaration
Hawaii is poised to take a momentous step in the recognition of the severity of climate change with the adoption of the State Senate Concurrent Resolution 44. Under the new bill, Hawaii will officially declare a state of emergency in response to the threat of climate change. Although this may Read More...
Family meals hold health benefits for both children and adults
Eating meals together encourages families to make healthier food choices and become better connected. Studies have shown that children who eat with their families do better in school and have bigger vocabularies. They also have lower rates of depression and eating disorders. As it turns out, family Read More...
Eliminate processed sugar with these 6 sweet substitutes
Love to bake, but don’t love eating processed sugar? If you’re trying to opt for healthier ingredients while still indulging in delicious treats from time to time, use these six natural sugar substitutes to eliminate processed ingredients from your favorite recipes. Date sugar. This Read More...