In 2017, a team of researchers from Conservation International went on a three-week research expedition after ancient ruins were discovered deep within the Mosquitia forest dubbed “the lost city of the monkey god”, or “the white city” [1]. Climate change has had a devastating impact on our planet, an alarming number of animal species have […]
A woman from Kenya has recycled over 20 tonnes of plastic waste since launching a product made by turning plastic into bricks [1]. Mzamvi Matee is a materials engineer in Kenya who has become a successful entrepreneur. She grew tired of her country’s inaction to reduce plastic pollution and took matters into her own hands. […]
As the holiday season approaches, tables across America will be adorned with a plethora of traditional dishes. However, amidst the excitement, one vegan meat dish has sparked controversy; Tofurkey. Introduced in 1980 as an alternative for vegetarians and vegans during Thanksgiving, Tofurkey has recently been under scrutiny due to a viral video showing its production […]
A lot of sunlight energy goes to waste every day just passing through your window. Imagine if, instead, those windows could capture that energy and use it to power your home or business. With transparent solar panels, that dream could become a reality. Windows Made of Transparent Solar Panels The relatively new technology to enter […]
In a historic move towards sustainable shipping, Cargill and BAR Technologies have initiated a pioneering project that could reshape the future of cargo vessels.1 The project involves retrofitting a cargo ship, Pyxis Ocean, with innovative WindWings, and gigantic metal sails that harness the power of wind to create wind-powered cargo ships.2 This groundbreaking technology is […]
In a remarkable breakthrough, engineers at RMIT University in Australia have pioneered a cutting-edge technique that enhances the strength of concrete by a staggering 30% through the incorporation of biochar derived from used coffee grounds.1 Turning Coffee Grounds into Strength The key to this innovation lies in the transformation of discarded coffee grounds into biochar […]
A recent study has found that plants may “scream” when they are stressed or injured, raising questions about whether or not they feel pain. The study, conducted by researchers at Tel Aviv University, found that plants emit a high-frequency sound when their stems are cut or when they are under stress from lack of water […]
A gargantuan blob of sargassum seaweed has accumulated in the Atlantic Ocean and is headed for Florida, bringing with it millions of tons of odorous seaweed. Thanks yet again to climate change, this smelly seaweed has been blooming more than ever and is migrating to American shores. Though an important part of the ecosystem, its […]
According to wildlife experts – you shouldn’t bag your leaves. All those leaves bound to erupt from treetops this fall should be left right where they fall. No raking them up into bags, no piles made. There are two reasons why this has been suggested – one is to avoid approximately 8 tons of leaves […]
There is no question that globally we are facing both an energy crisis and a climate crisis. Fuel prices and global temperatures are rising at an alarming rate. According to some researchers at Stanford University, we can actually solve both of these problems with the same solution: Switching fully over to renewable energy. Though the […]
The Canadian car industry is going to change drastically. The federal government is planning to ban the sales of new gas-powered cars. This is part of its goal to fight climate change and reduce pollution. This plan began in June 2021, when the government created a mandatory target. By 2035, all new sales of new […]
Believe it or not, cows are not all meaningless mooing and slow blinks. A study suggests that these animals communicate with each other about how they feel through their vocal expressions. Cows may not be the most intelligent creatures out there, but they are some of the compassionate, and humans must learn to respect this. […]
