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Since the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, we saw local governments redesigning roadways to make more room for bikes and pedestrians, and less for cars. People were pretty keen to avoid crowded public transit, and what started out as a novel way to be able to get outdoors during lockdowns has flicked the switch on something much bigger.
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Hemp is arguably a wonder plant! But is it an alternative to concrete? Despite the name, the answer may surprise you!
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There might not be scientific consensus on the frequency of destructive storms increasing across the globe, but there is widespread agreement that the intensity of storms is increasing.
Read moreToday, we’ve got a list of things to try to cut out of your life to avoid plastic inadvertently sneaking in there.
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The carbon market has the potential to continue to increase the speed with which we embrace renewable energies. But what exactly is it and how does it work?
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Did you know? Sand is the world’s most mined material with an estimated 50 billion tons extracted from lakes, riverbeds, coastlines, and deltas each year.
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If we (meaning countries and corporations) can’t effectively reduce emissions in the volumes required, what other options are there?
Read moreWe’ve had a request to take a look at the Tiny House Movement, so that’s exactly what we’re doing. What is a tiny house, why would you want one, and why it might not be the best choice, or even possible, for you. Despite the tiny size of the houses, there’s a lot to unpack here!
Read moreThis isn’t a question of the sustainability of the power source, ie., the sun. Obviously, there’s no concerns there. But the sun’s radiative energy doesn’t just spontaneously provide power to switch on the lights, it requires some pretty specific, technical hardware. And one thing we all understand, is that anything we humans produce has a usage expiration date. So today, let’s take a look at solar power and sustainability.
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This week in our climate science series we take a look at the best case scenario for our planet if everyone prioritizes a transition to sustainability.
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