by Grace Derby | Oct 24, 2023 | People & Movements
The rise of ‘eco-anxiety’ in recent years prompts the critical question: Is this chronic fear of environmental doom necessary for climate action or an emotional burden with potentially harmful consequences? As the drumbeat of climate-related disasters,...
by Grace Derby | Sep 13, 2023 | Climate Solutions, Science & Technology
The “Gloves-Off” project is reducing unnecessary PPE waste by educating and empowering healthcare workers to decide what’s necessary, benefiting both the environment and patient safety. The COVID-19 pandemic, which started in 2019, brought about a new era...
by Grace Derby | Aug 3, 2023 | Climate Solutions, Science & Technology
New technology allows waste carbon dioxide to be repurposed into a sustainable feedstock for plastic production. Here we take a look at how viable this method is and the possible consequences for the environment. Plastic production and consumption are two of the most...
by Grace Derby | Jul 5, 2023 | Science & Technology
A recent paper published in Green Chemistry investigates using bicarbonate of soda as a storage solution for green hydrogen energy. The demand for efficient and cost-effective energy storage solutions is increasing as the world transitions towards more sustainable...