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Synagogue Fire Shocks Chernivtsi’s Sadigura District

A fire damaged the Sadigura synagogue in Chernivtsi. Police say there was no antisemitic motive, and locals helped with cleanup.

Data Explorers

Stories on Sustainability

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Waste

Waste and Landfills: A Guide for Environmental Protection

Waste and Landfills are examined in detail, including how organizations can manage garbage, and how recycling and other solutions can help with the issue.

Stories on Ethics

Carbon Offsetting 2.0: Fighting Climate and Inequality
Equality

Carbon Offsetting 2.0: Fighting Climate and Inequality

Seeing more examples of renewable energy initiatives created by marginalized communities may inspire you to enact similar, empowering change where you live.

Video Interviews

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Uriel Menalled
Building a Resilient Food System
Rohini Gupta
Rohini Gupta
Water System Vulnerabilities under a Changing Climate
Jessi
Jessi Beyer
Crisis Co-Responder Focused on Mental Health
Anne
Anne Kellner
The Probem of Plastic Waste
Marcela
Marcela da Terra
Soil-Based Paints
Franziska
Franziska Mesche
Tripulse: Sustainable Activewear

Facts & Figures

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Why EV Charging Infrastructure Matters

EV charging only works when it’s reliable and easy. Here’s why uptime, access, standards, smart charging, and good site design matter.

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Commercial Recycling: The Problems and Potential Solutions

If companies are informed and governments create regulations, the world can work together to create a better commercial recycling system, to the benefit of all.

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Disposable Vapes: Waste, Regulation, and Reality

Disposable and pod vapes are a growing e-waste problem. Here’s what’s inside, why it matters, and what better policy looks like.

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The Supplement Boom and the Packaging Problem

Supplements aren’t just a health story—they’re a waste story. A look at packaging, sourcing, and why clearer rules would protect people and planet.

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Energy-Efficient Lighting at Home: A Practical Guide

Cut energy use and improve comfort with better lighting: LED vs CFL, lumens, kelvin, CRI, dimmers, fixtures, and room-by-room tips.

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Bridge Abutments: Resilience, Scour, and Disruption

Bridge abutments shape flood resilience, maintenance cycles, and river disturbance. Learn how choices affect scour, construction time, and long-term impacts.

Design

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The Industries That Will Benefit Most From Electric Cars

Whilst there is no denying the positive impact that electric cars have on the environment, they also benefit various industries, to profit and productivity. 

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Right to Repair Phones: Repair vs Replace Guide

What phone right to repair really means, what blocks repairs, how to decide repair vs replace, and practical steps to cut e-waste and cost.

Travel

Hidden Beaches of Ischia: Exploring the Island’s Secluded Paradises with Luxury Boat Rentals

The Hidden Beaches of Ischia: Cost of Being Found

“Hidden beaches” aren’t a bucket list. They’re fragile places with limits. Here’s why some shores should stay quiet—and how to visit without harm.

The Travel SIM Waste Problem, and What eSIMs Change in Japan

The Travel SIM Waste Problem, and What eSIMs Change in Japan

Staying connected abroad feels invisible, but travel SIMs create real waste. Here’s what eSIMs change in Japan, and what they don’t.

Svalbard Expeditions: Is Sustainable Luxury Travel Possible?

Svalbard Expeditions: Is Sustainable Luxury Travel Possible?

This article explores the tension between high-end Arctic tourism and sustainability, with a close look at how private operators are addressing the challenges.

Eco-Friendly Outdoor Gear You Can Rely On Year-Round

Eco-Friendly Outdoor Gear You Can Rely On Year-Round

Here’s a practical look at reliable, eco-friendly gear that works through snow, rain, heat, and wind all year long.

9 Solar-Powered Tech Essentials for Eco Travelers

9 Solar-Powered Tech Essentials for Eco Travelers

In this article, we’ll explore solar-powered gear designed for those who care about the environment and wish to be eco-friendly in all aspects of their life. 

How to Prevent and Treat Common Hiking Injuries

How to Prevent and Treat Common Hiking Injuries

In this post, you will learn how to prevent some of the most common hiking injuries and understand how to treat them if they do occur.

Top 5 Benefits of Using a Car Inverter for Your Road Trips

Top 5 Benefits of Using a Car Inverter for Your Road Trips

With the right inverter, a car becomes more than just transportation—it becomes a mobile power source ready for different needs.

Garden

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The Impact of ‘Ugly’ Vegetables on Sustainable Food Systems

Ugly vegetables are often excluded from the food system despite being perfectly edible. Understanding their role reveals a great deal.

Weeds: Friends or Foe?

Weeds: Friends or Foe? A Guide for Natural Garden Diversity

This article will challenge the ingrained cultural stigma attached to weeds by celebrating certain species that have historically been given a bad rep.

Lifestyle

How to Document Your Zero-Waste Journey for Maximum Impact

How to Document Your Zero-Waste Journey for Maximum Impact

The way you document your efforts matters because it shapes how people understand and connect with your story.

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How to Minimize Your Water Usage at Home

Cut household water use with a simple priority plan: find leaks, upgrade shower/toilet flow, run full loads, and water gardens smarter.

How Sustainable Is Hardwood Compared to Other Flooring?

How Sustainable Is Hardwood Flooring, Really?

Hardwood can be a sustainable flooring option when sourcing is verified and the floor lasts decades. Here’s how it compares to vinyl, laminate, tile, bamboo, and cork.

How to Live Below Your Means and the Benefits of Doing So

How to Live Below Your Means and the Benefits of Doing So

Living below your means and leading a sustainable lifestyle aren’t mutually exclusive. Follow these five tips to keep your bank account and the environment green.

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Eco-Chic Shopping Bags: What’s Actually Sustainable?

Eco-chic bags can cut waste—if they’re reused enough. Learn key features, material tradeoffs, and how businesses can choose durable branded bags.

The Cost of Going Green: Who Pays, and Who’s Left Behind?

The Cost of Going Green

The green transition can lower emissions and bills—but the costs and savings land unevenly. Here’s who pays, who benefits, and what a fair transition looks like.

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The Impact of ‘Ugly’ Vegetables on Sustainable Food Systems

Ugly vegetables are often excluded from the food system despite being perfectly edible. Understanding their role reveals a great deal.

Fashion

The Ultimate Guide to Buying Lab-Grown Diamond Tennis Bracelets

A Guide to Buying Lab-Grown Diamond Tennis Bracelets

If you’re thinking of picking up a lab-grown diamond tennis bracelet, we’ve put together a guide with some handy tips.

Sustainable Style: Fashion Choices That Support the Planet

Sustainable Style: Fashion Choices That Support the Planet

Here are some ways to embrace sustainable style without compromising quality or aesthetics.