In order to reach the climate targets of the Paris Agreement, we urgently need to find a greener alternative to concrete — the most widely used man-made material in the world — whose key component (cement) emits about 8 percent of global CO2 emissions. Narrowing in on this … [Read more...] about This partnership aims to create net-zero concrete out of industrial waste
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Opera houses lead by example in sustainability movement
Houses of art and culture are essential to forming our identities and showcasing our cultural values as human beings. So, it’s not surprising that over the course of these past few years and especially during the pandemic, art is intertwining itself with political and … [Read more...] about Opera houses lead by example in sustainability movement
North Sailing offers Iceland’s first carbon-neutral silent whale-watching tours
Much of the ocean remains a vast mystery to us land-dwellers, however, advancements in research and aquatic observation are pushing us towards a greater understanding of marine creatures and their environments. One of these budding areas of study is the way in which noise … [Read more...] about North Sailing offers Iceland’s first carbon-neutral silent whale-watching tours
This algae-based sequin dress is 100 percent biodegradable
Eco-conscious fashionistas rejoice! Thanks to designers Charlotte McCurdy and Philip Lim, you can rock sequins without worrying about their negative effects on the environment. Sequins are small, flat, light-catching beads that have long been adorned by the glitzy and the … [Read more...] about This algae-based sequin dress is 100 percent biodegradable
Floating seawater reservoirs could help Helsinki become carbon neutral
As humans, we pride ourselves on our ability to innovate and adapt to a variety of environments. This has led us to develop technology that can support civilization, even in extreme environments. However, this technology largely relies on fossil fuels. Now, there’s a global … [Read more...] about Floating seawater reservoirs could help Helsinki become carbon neutral
