While conventional pesticides can be beneficial for ensuring crop yields, they are also ecologically damaging. In a bid to provide a greener alternative, a team of scientists has developed a natural pesticide — that’s also a fertilizer — made out of a combination of agricultural … [Read more...] about Scientists create eco-friendly pesticide using brewing waste
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Want to go green but feel overwhelmed? There’s an app for that
We all want to live more sustainably, but with all the avenues for reducing waste and emissions, it's not always easy to know where to start. New platform BrightAction is here to help you navigate through the mountain of information that is linked to leading a sustainable life … [Read more...] about Want to go green but feel overwhelmed? There’s an app for that
5 Easy ways you can conserve more water
Water conservation is an important endeavor that we all play a role in. Some experts say that the world could face a 40 percent global water deficit in under a decade if humans continue to increase water consumption. Here are five small changes you can make in your day-to-day … [Read more...] about 5 Easy ways you can conserve more water
This social enterprise in Zambia puts sustainability and community first
As the business sector comes to grips with the fact that it needs to shift away from business-as-usual and contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world, impact-driven social enterprises serve as a source of inspiration for how to achieve that. Take Tribal Textiles, for … [Read more...] about This social enterprise in Zambia puts sustainability and community first
Seven strategies to jump-start a zero-waste lifestyle
As the negative impacts of human-driven climate change become more obvious in our day-to-day lives, humanity is experiencing a shift in consciousness that prioritizes sustainability and minimizing our carbon footprint. However, breaking old habits in exchange for sustainable … [Read more...] about Seven strategies to jump-start a zero-waste lifestyle