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How the Demand for Cheap Soy Is Destroying the Amazon
What's certain is that the growth in both the soy and beef industries have come at the expense of the Amazon rainforest.
As of 2019, Brazil is the world’s largest soy producer, with at least 24 million hectares of land devoted to…
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The 13 Best Secondhand Clothes Shops in Hong Kong
You can dress stylishly and sustainably with a little help from the best secondhand shops in Hong Kong.
We know, WE KNOW. It’s always tempting to shop with all the new and trendy clothes everywhere, especially when it feels like they…
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How to Find The Best Sunscreens: Reef Safe, Non-Toxic, and Effective
What factors should you consider when choosing the best natural sunscreen? We all have different priorities, but below are a few options that include what should be priorities for everyone: reef safe, non-toxic, and effective sunscreens.
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Can Eco Labels Help Consumers Shop Smarter? The U.K. Could Find Out Soon.
New research could help create an eco labeling system that would bring more clarity to shoppers about the sustainability of their purchases.
The findings, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, could help the…
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10 Nourishing Vegan Summer Dishes That Take Less Than 30 Minutes
Whip up these spring and summer-ready plant-based meals in under 30 minutes.
Sometimes, busy days make it so difficult to fit time for a healthy home-cooked lunch or dinner. But that doesn’t mean that the challenge is impossible! Even…
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I’ve Been Plant-Based for 13 Years. Here’s What I’ve Learned.
By: Theresa "Sam" Houghton
August will be my 13-year "veg-versary." It's been an interesting journey. I first dipped my toes in the veg-curious waters as a teenager who thought going vegan would be a great way to lose weight—because we…
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Is Vilifying Food Waste The Secret To Limiting Global Warming? New Research Says Yes
Reducing food waste is the single best solution to the climate crisis, suggests a recent study. Project Drawdown identified the strategy as having the most tangible potential to reduce emissions. It is not the first time that an adaptation…
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This Is the World’s Most Sustainable Furniture Factory (And It’s Not Ikea)
Calling it the most sustainable factory of its kind in the world, the outdoor furniture manufacturer Vestre has opened the doors to its $30 million Magnor, Norway facility.
While Sweden's Ikea gets most of the glory when it comes to…
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Sustainable Weddings Get A Celebrity Stylist Twist As Karla Welch Collaborates with Resale Giant ThredUP
Karla Welch is a Los Angeles stylist who has worked with some of the biggest names in show business. Her looks have adorned supermodel Karlie Kloss, Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence and tennis legend Serena Williams, to name a few. Alongside…
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Brits Are More Climate Conscious Than Ever, According To Search Engine Data
Google has released data that appears to demonstrate a shift towards climate awareness in the U.K. Users of the search engine have been looking for ways to reduce their environmental footprint, with specific methodologies starting to…
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Use Only What You Need: Sharing Economy Platform Scoops $20 Million For On-Demand Home Appliance Lending App
New York-headquartered Tulu has netted £20 million in a Series A round, led by VC New Era Capital Partners, with participation by Robert Bosch Venture Capital, Kärcher New Venture and Round Hill Ventures. Previous investors doubled down in…
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From Rooftop Gardens to Microgreens: Hong Kong’s Urban Farming Pioneers
A metropolis of skyscrapers, frenetic sidewalks and dazzling nightlife, Hong Kong's thriving economy has always fallen short on one thing - food security. The city is dangerously dependent on food import; a shocking 90 percent of the total…
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Sustainable Wardrobes Depend On A 75% Reduction In New Items
By: Samantha Sharpe, Monique Retamal, Taylor Brydges, University of Technology Sydney.
If things don’t change fast, the fashion industry could use a quarter of the world’s remaining global carbon budget to keep…
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Pop Culture Role Models Could Be Surprising Allies In Fight Against Climate Crisis
By: Denise Baden, University of Southampton
It is often implied that all we need are technological solutions and more renewable energy to solve our environmental issues. But history teaches us that as technology progresses and we…
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Sweden Wants to Be the First Country To Account For Consumption Emissions In Climate Targets
Already acknowledged as an ambitious nation due to a 2045 net-zero target, Sweden is flexing its eco-credentials even further. The country has announced intentions to account for consumption-based emissions within its targets, something no…
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What Is Regenerative Travel and Can It Help Reverse The Damage We Have Done To Planet?
Regenerative Travel is a travel booking platform offering eager travellers an easy way to choose sustainable tourism. But what does that mean, exactly?
With its network of more than 50 independently owned eco-luxury boutique hotels,…
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7 Ways To Celebrate Easter Sustainably
Easter is such a fun holiday for kids, but it's not exactly the most fun for the planet. All the plastic eggs and dairy-filled chocolate bunnies aren't sustainable, and they aren't good for our health, either. But there are some easy swaps…
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London Startup Raises $5 Million To Progress ‘Transparency Tech’ In Fight Against Greenwashing
Provenance, a sustainability marketing tech outfit based in London, has announced the closure of a $5 million investment round. Led by Working Capital Innovation Fund and NordicEye, other participants included musician Peter Gabriel, The…
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Pandamart And Olio Join Forces In Singapore To Tackle Food Waste Through Redistribution
Pandamart Singapore, an online cloud grocery store, has entered into a partnership with free-sharing app Olio. The two are working together to reduce food waste in the Lion City by redistributing unsold food, for free, within local…
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5 Climate Facts You Need To Know About The New IPCC Report
The latest IPCC report has been dubbed as the most searing indictment of the planet’s climate predicament yet, with little optimism included.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report is a three-part release that…
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abillion Democatises Platform Ownership In First-Of-Its-Kind Move For Social Media
Vegan social app abillion has announced it is giving its users the option to own shares in the company. The company says this represents a new concept of ownership and allows users of the social platform to take a vested interest in its…
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