Planet Earth is changing, transforming, and shifting faster than we can keep track of these days. Human development continues to spread, The Alps are turning from white to green, massive solar farms are being erected, and droughts are shrinking lakes and drying out … [Read more...] about Google’s new tool lets us witness the planet changing in near real-time
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A garden designer’s top 6 tips for rewilding your own garden
Rewilding is a progressive form of ecological restoration and conservation that returns a region to its natural, wild, and “unkempt” state. Here at The Optimist Daily, we love to spotlight the amazing rewilding initiatives that are taking off worldwide, and exactly how each … [Read more...] about A garden designer’s top 6 tips for rewilding your own garden
6 LGBTQ+ climate activist organizations to check out and support
Bringing together diverse voices and perspectives helps tackle problems more effectively. One of the greatest problems we face today is the issue of climate change and climate justice. The chances we have to overcome these threats become stronger when we rally together, despite … [Read more...] about 6 LGBTQ+ climate activist organizations to check out and support
Finally! A stylish, sustainable sneaker that doesn’t break the bank
Sneakers are one of the most versatile and popular types of footwear, so it’s no wonder the global athletic footwear market is estimated to exceed $95 billion by 2025. Unfortunately, most sneakers are made from non-recyclable materials, manufactured with environmentally harmful … [Read more...] about Finally! A stylish, sustainable sneaker that doesn’t break the bank
Pee could help feed the world
Humans create a lot of waste. Whether that’s electronic, agricultural, medical, or fuel waste, we have a lot to dispose of. Coming up with creative ideas to use this waste to our advantage could be what saves the Earth and everything that lives on it from the climate … [Read more...] about Pee could help feed the world