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The Optimist View: Harnessing your Optimism Through Challenging Times
As many entrepreneurs and small business owners are facing the painful impact of these extraordinary economic times, they are presented with a need to start over. As an entrepreneur myself, I’ve been there. It can be incredibly difficult - especially knowing how to get started. Starting Read More...
This new kelp burger is even more sustainable than plant-based burgers
While many food companies are replacing beef burger patties with plant-based ones, a new startup is diving into the ocean for a different alternative to meat. The startup, Akua, has launched a new line of burgers made from kelp. Why kelp—you might be asking? While plant-based foods are a Read More...
New wind turbine blades can be recycled at the end of their life
With an eye to accelerating the rapid growth of both onshore and offshore wind power around the world, a team of researchers has recently developed a wind turbine blade that’s not only cheaper than conventional ones but also easier to recycle. According to researchers at the National Renewable Read More...
November 30, 2020
Today Kristy and Amelia share urban development stories about a mental health task force in Anchorage and AI technology directing tree planting in Los Angeles. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
November 30, 2020
Today Kristy and Amelia share urban development stories about a mental health task force in Anchorage and AI technology directing tree planting in Los Angeles. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
November 30, 2020
Today Kristy and Amelia share urban development stories about a mental health task force in Anchorage and AI technology directing tree planting in Los Angeles. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
November 30, 2020
Today Kristy and Amelia share urban development stories about a mental health task force in Anchorage and AI technology directing tree planting in Los Angeles. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy - Making Solutions the Read More...
AI mapping tool shows cities exactly where they need to plant more trees
From boosting air quality to providing shade, there are many benefits that come with planting trees in urban neighborhoods. The only problem is that in many cities, trees are not equitably distributed amongst neighborhoods. To help ensure a more equal spread of the greens in cities, Google has Read More...
This app helps people with nightmare disorder sleep through the night
Nightmare disorder is exactly what it sounds like: a condition in which people regularly experience nightmares when they sleep, which affects both their sleep and their ability to wake up. People who experience nightmare disorder may be afraid to go to sleep at all. In order to help people with Read More...
Cook-from-home kits let you recreate your favorite meal
One of the downsides of quarantine life is missing out on your favorite restaurant’s delicious meals--unless they deliver. And even if they do deliver, the food isn't guaranteed to be as fresh as in the restaurant. To allow people the chance to enjoy their favorite foods again, Read More...