Why public transportation systems are the perfect microgrid candidates
Fleet vehicles, including public transportation vehicles, are critical for embracing a transition to fossil fuel-free transportation, but committing to transitioning a whole city bus or train system to electric power is no easy feat. Fortunately, microgrids could play a critical role in this Read More...
Study: Emotional health should be the focus of healthy weight programs
Obesity is a complex issue because it not only presents itself as a physical health challenge but oftentimes as a mental health challenge as well. There are often many psychological factors behind obesity that can in fact be more difficult to address than obesity itself. Fortunately, a new study Read More...
August 13, 2021
It's Friday the 13th and the news can be spooky, so we've got two solutions on coping with the newest Covid-19 surge and the climate crisis. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
August 13, 2021
It's Friday the 13th and the news can be spooky, so we've got two solutions on coping with the newest Covid-19 surge and the climate crisis. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
Another reason to get swimming this summer: It’s good for our brains!
It’s summertime and the weather is hot (in the Northern hemisphere at least), which means you’re probably itching to cool off in some water. In addition to saving you from the summer heat, it turns out that swimming actually has cognitive benefits as well. Let’s dive deeper into its brain Read More...
6 reasons to add broccoli to your next meal
Most of us dreaded eating broccoli as children, but now that we’re a bit older, we’re realizing that this versatile veggie makes the perfect addition to a whole range of dishes. What’s more, it’s also full of healthy nutrients to fuel your body. Here are a few reasons why you should add Read More...
Community input stretches the impact of Covid relief dollars
As $350 billion in Covid-19 relief funds make their way to cities and states, many are pondering the most impactful way to spend that money. Some, like Nashville, are putting towards affordable housing while others look at infrastructure or making up for lost tax revenue during the pandemic. To Read More...
August 12, 2021
It's all about expanding our horizons on the Update today. We're talking about the power of mushrooms in space and how children can get the most out of free play time. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
August 12, 2021
It's all about expanding our horizons on the Update today. We're talking about the power of mushrooms in space and how children can get the most out of free play time. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
5 tips for better sleep from Olympians
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM We all know that sleep is vital for our health and wellbeing, and athletes are especially in tune with the critical nature of a good night's rest. The Olympics have now ended, but in the spirit of health and athletic performance, we're sharing five tips from Read More...