Campaigning for sustainable development
With nearly 8 billion people living on this planet, the demands for items are endless. Still, many believe that overproduction and overconsumption are the main threats to the environment and the future of the planet, not overpopulation. Recent studies have shown that 80% of the world’s natural resources are used to make […]
By Shaona Kundu Our planet needs us now more than ever. You will have come across several reports of forest fires around the globe, famous lakes drying up, and polar bears struggling to stay afloat on melting ice. The primary reason behind these drastic changes is the increasing global temperatures […]
An eco-friendly lifestyle is appealing to most of us, but in reality, there’s a lot of confusion and challenges that make the transformation harder for us. You’ll hear a lot of different opinions from people. And when you look for it on the internet, there are tons of ideas, lists, […]
You may have noticed that over the last decade or so, solar panels on housing have become increasingly common. They have many benefits for homeowners, and the prospect of cheap/free electricity is enough for a lot of people to take the leap and have them installed. But it’s not always sunshine and […]
In this day and age, the movement to make things a lot more eco-friendly has grown by a sizable margin. Many states have made the switch to paper bags over plastic ones. Another option is for people to get eco-friendly bags that they can use to do things like wash […]
Have you always wanted to do your bit for Mother Earth but feel turned off because it takes too much effort, means going vegan, and is more expensive? Well, what if I told you it’s the complete opposite? Living sustainably actually makes life easier, eating well and not giving up meat if you’re not ready yet, and is cheaper. As someone who’s been […]
In the face of the climate crisis, taking into consideration rising energy costs, many organizations are committing to lowering or eliminating their carbon emissions. The urgency of this is clear, and it is essential that these pledges amount to more than just words. Once decarbonization targets are set, and companies have arranged an accurate method of recording their greenhouse gas (GHG) data, they must take strategic action to transition to net zero. With 28% of all global carbon […]
A guide to remote work sustainability: No commute, no office space consuming energy, no takeaway lunches – more of the world is working from home than ever before. Surely, it would be logical to believe that working from home is universally better for the environment. Maybe not. It also means you are using more energy in your home, more of your […]
Ocean plastic is getting worse every day. Various non-biodegradable products litter our seas, choke marine life, and lay waste to their habitats. But there are many ways we can fight this plastic plague. From reusing and recycling to finding alternative products and implementing practical actions, we can all do a […]
Written by: Seema Thomas, MUP, MPA The global desire for electronics continues to grow exponentially. E-waste is now the fastest-growing global trash stream. According to the World Economic Forum, the projected number of electronic devices and equipment could be between 25-50 billion by 2020. On an individual level, each global consumer has at least 7 connected devices, not including the other devices […]