Green Piece

Source: https://www.soest.hawaii.edu/soestwp/announce/news/mighty-fungi-degrade-plastic/ Plastic is the most prevalent marine pollutant and plastic surfaces are the fastest growing habitat in the ocean. Researchers at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa recently discovered that many species of fungi isolated from Hawai‘i’s nearshore environment have the ability to degrade plastic and some can be conditioned to do it faster.   “Plastic in […]

Source: https://www.ifaw.org/international/journal/10-ecological-issues-affecting-wildlife-todayIn the last 50 years, ecological issues have caused wildlife populations to decline by an average of more than two-thirds. This is mainly because animal habitats and natural resources are being depleted by destructive human activities and the effects of climate change. To protect biodiversity and encourage wildlife populations to recover, we need to make coordinated global […]

https://www.greenlivinginspiration.com/blog/the-benefits-of-upcycling-transforming-waste-into-resources/ Learn about the incredible benefits of upcycling and how it transforms waste into valuable resources. Discover sustainable practices that contribute to a greener future. Introduction Upcycling is a creative and sustainable approach that transforms waste materials into new products of higher value. It goes beyond traditional recycling by giving discarded items a new life […]

By Aparna Mele, MDClimate change is no longer a distant concern—it’s a present and escalating crisis with profound implications for human health. Climate change makes many existing diseases and conditions worse, and it helps pests and pathogens spread into new regions. The most vulnerable people—children, the elderly, the poor, and those with health conditions—are at […]

https://www.greenpeace.org/usa/oceans/ For centuries, people have assumed that our vast ocean was limitless and immune to human impacts. It’s only recently that scientists have come to understand the devastating effects we’ve already had on the seas. The oceans are in more trouble than ever before Right now it is estimated that up to 12 million metric tons […]

Original Post from: https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-60382624 The fashion industry is responsible for 8-10% of global emissions – and British shoppers buy more clothes than any others in Europe. Now, some UK brands are being investigated over claims about the sustainability of their fashion lines. What can you do to reduce your wardrobe’s impact on the planet? What […]

From: https://www.pbs.org/wnet/peril-and-promise/2022/09/how-climate-change-impacts-each-type-of-natural-disaster/ Source: Wikimedia Commons By Megan Crimmins The term natural disaster is defined as “a sudden and terrible event in nature that usually results in serious damage and many deaths.” According to the World Economic Forum, the most common natural disasters include floods, storms, earthquakes, extreme temperatures, landslides, droughts, wildfires, and volcanic activity. How does […]