Electric vehicles are taking market share away from internal combustion competitors, with new plugin vehicle registrations in 2023 growing 45% yearly and accounting for 18% of all vehicle sales worldwide this year. U.S. EV sales hit 7.9% of all new car sales over the past three months. In Silicon Valley-speak, EVs are nearly across the chasm, the point at which […]
Earth Day is a wonderful occasion for seniors to connect with nature and their community through activities linked to longer and healthier lives. Research has shown that engaging with the environment and fostering social ties can improve physical health, mental well-being, and overall life satisfaction. Here are six Earth Day activities that seniors can enjoy while promoting environmental stewardship and […]
Did you know that you can save resources and reduce your environmental impact by using recycled paper? Switching from copy paper made from 100% virgin fiber to 100% recycled paper saves 100% of the trees, 31% of the energy, 53% of the water, and results in 39% less solid waste. Data source: Green America: Why Recycled Paper? Print or share […]
The built environment, particularly office buildings other urban facilities, are responsible for 39% of the global energy-related emissions, according to the World Green Building Council. About a third of that impact comes from the initial construction of a building and the other two-thirds is produced over the lifetime of a building by heating, cooling, and providing power to the occupants. […]
Earth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people think of the planet first, every day. Today’s quote is from pioneering environmentalist John Muir: “Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world.” Look into nature to find surprising new ideas and experiences. <!– You Might Also Like… –>Editor’s Note: This poster was originally published on June […]
Earth Day, coming up on April 22nd, is a global event dedicated to connecting us to our planet and promoting environmental awareness. Family members can connect with each other and nature, teaching children about sustainability. Earth Day is the perfect opportunity for fun and educational Spring outdoor adventures. Here are six family-friendly activities to help you celebrate Earth Day and […]
Staying warm on a budget or just adding a rustic touch to your home is easy with a terracotta pot heater. Learn how to stay warm without breaking the bank by building a DIY clay pot heater at home. This easy project will help you escape the cold and create a cozy atmosphere in your home. For a detailed walkthrough […]
Sustainable healthcare aims to reduce waste, pollution, and energy usage associated with traditional healthcare procedures. It also attempts to increase operational performance and cut costs while minimizing environmental impacts. What is the most beneficial factor that can help achieve high-quality care? Plant-based medicines might hold the answer. The World Health Organization reports that traditional medicines involve several different methods of […]
How do you kickstart an industry? The $100 million XPrize for Carbon Removal recently announced its 15 winners in the first competition stage to achieve gigaton-scale carbon removal. With more than 1300 entrants in the XPrize process, the carbon removal prize may be the largest experiment in innovation in human history. The goal is to lower the cost of carbon […]
Water usage and what we get in return is a challenging issue to track when making a buying decision. Here, we compare the water use involved in producing a pound of apples and a pound of almonds. While the almonds require 10 times the water as apples do, they deliver five times the dietary fiber. Your decisions about how much […]