“Crisis in Our Oceans: The Urgency of Addressing Plastic Pollution” By Duha Isa Mubarak We constantly find plastic scattered around just about everywhere we go, whether we are going on a walk in the park or visiting the beach. Their annoying presence is unavoidable just about everywhere we go. But have you ever wondered if…
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The best sustainability books to read right now
If you’re trying to adopt a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, our edit of the best sustainability books, from recipe books to memoirs, is here to help.There is no one-size-fits-all model for adopting a greener lifestyle. And while we can’t be perfect, we’re not powerless. Whether you want to change your eating habits, cleaning routine, or…
Survey finds that 60 firms are responsible for half of world’s plastic pollution
Fewer than 60 multinationals are responsible for more than half of the world’s plastic pollution, with five responsible for a quarter of that, based on the findings of a piece of research published on Wednesday. The researchers concluded that for every percentage increase in plastic produced, there was an equivalent increase in plastic pollution in…
The French aristocrat who understood evolution 100 years before Darwin – and even worried about climate change
Shortly after Charles Darwin published his magnum opus, The Origin of Species, in 1859 he started reading a little-known 100-year-old work by a wealthy French aristocrat. Its contents were quite a surprise. “Whole pages [of his book] are laughably like mine,” Darwin wrote to a friend. “It is surprising how candid it makes one to…
Erratic weather fueled by climate change will worsen locust outbreaks, study finds
This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked peer-reviewed publication reputable news agency proofread Erratic weather fueled by climate change will worsen locust outbreaks, study finds Extreme wind and rain may lead to bigger and worse desert locust…
Researchers want to create a dust shield in space to fight climate change – The Washington Post
Yes, the idea sounds like science fiction. Yes, it would require (a lot of) new engineering. Yes, there are more feasible climate mitigation tactics that can be employed now and in the near future. But the researchers view this rigorous physics experiment as a backup option that could aid — not replace — existing strategies…
Sustainability: A Top Priority at Acumatica Summit 2023 – Acumatica Cloud ERP
At Acumatica, sustainability is a passion. We strive to protect the natural environment and make the world a better, more inclusive place. And we are committed to taking meaningful sustainability strides while creating value for our global and local communities. The annual Acumatica Summit is among our biggest value creation efforts each year. Acumatica Summit…
Heat waves, wildfires and floods: How climate change effects mental health : Shots – Health News : NPR
A heat wave is smothering much of the Western region including Los Angeles. Worrisome weather trends like this can contribute to climate stress. Eric Thayer/Bloomberg via Getty Images hide caption A heat wave is smothering much of the Western region including Los Angeles. Worrisome weather trends like this can contribute to climate stress. Climate change…
Remembering James Lovelock, Whose ‘Gaia Theory’ Shaped Our Understanding of Global Warming | Smart News| Smithsonian Magazine
Our knowledge of toxic pollutants, the ozone layer’s depletion and man-made climate change can all be traced to the same person: British scientist James Lovelock. Through his research and inventions, he helped develop numerous insights on how humans impact the environment. Lovelock died earlier this summer on July 26, his 103rd birthday. In a statement…
Michael Ignatieff scolds radicals at ‘Freedoms vs. Climate Change’ conference
Former Liberal Party of Canada leader and history professor Michael Ignatieff told a radical climate change conference on Tuesday that Greta Thunberg was a moral bully and that Canadian oil and gas is the key to balancing democracy with environmental concerns. Ignatieff took the positions during his keynote presentation at a University of British Columbia…
