startups

Bolt is the latest tech company to implement a 4-day workweek

January 10, 2022

In 2021, we’ve seen growing interest in the idea of a four-day workweek, with the governments of Spain, New Zealand, and Singapore openly considering adopting the idea and moving away from the traditional 40-hour working week. Companies across the world have also started showing … [Read more...] about Bolt is the latest tech company to implement a 4-day workweek

Platform allows users get cheaper solar power by skipping the energy grid

August 5, 2020

One of the benefits of a decentralized energy system - where energy is provided by multiple, local suppliers - is that it can offer more competitive prices compared to the traditional, centralized grid. And in the case of solar power, people with solar panels on their rooftops … [Read more...] about Platform allows users get cheaper solar power by skipping the energy grid

These 5 startups are poised to disrupt the fashion industry for the better

April 8, 2020

While some clothing companies have made great strides to clean up the polluting fashion industry, what we really need are innovators that can disrupt the industry and put us on a path towards truly sustainable fashion. With that in mind, here are five exciting startups that are … [Read more...] about These 5 startups are poised to disrupt the fashion industry for the better

Finnish design brand to make its dresses from compostable wood-pulp fabric

February 28, 2020

Incorporating sustainability into fashion design is something we preach here at The Optimist Daily. That’s why we’re happy to see an increasing number of startups and more popular retailers get on the wagon to make the fashion industry greener. The latest case comes from a … [Read more...] about Finnish design brand to make its dresses from compostable wood-pulp fabric