Yes, you read that right. Our Plantable Seed Paper Hang Tags A fun and environmentally friendly way our brand is cutting down waste is by using plantable seed paper for our clothing hang tags. At Ameera, we strive for sustainability and innovation when it comes to the construction of our garments ... Read more
Botanical PaperWorks provided sheets of plantable seed paper to Tessa Zeng from Rhode Island School of Design to make a plantable dress. This plantable dress was made with sheets of plantable paper embedded with seeds.
All natural chemical free Spray Starch. Leaving no residue or harmful chemicals behind while leaving your clothes wrinkle free. All Organic Chix products work on a refill program to help reduce and reuse bottles. Look for the convenient refill pouches and leave your bottle at home.
From rivers turning black to carcinogenic chemicals, here’s the real cost of the cheapest colourful clothes—and how to avoid those toxic dyes from now on.
Restaurants in Japan are serving coffee in edible biscuit cups.
6,5 mln. weergaven · 254 d. reacties | In Japan, some cafés are ditching disposable cups for edible biscuit ones — enjoy your coffee, then eat the cup! A tasty way to fight waste.
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In Japan, some cafés are ditching disposable cups for edible biscuit ones — enjoy your coffee, then eat the cup! A tasty way to fight waste.
#JapanInnovation #EcoFriendly #CoffeeLovers...
Say goodbye to single-use plastic wrap and foil for good. The Reusable Stretch Wrap Set includes a 7x8", 10x11", and 13x14" rectangular wrap and was featured in TIME's Best Inventions of 2023 list.
Items regularly used in fashion, like hangers, buttons and plastic packaging wrap, are being replaced as the industry works to become more sustainable.
Alternative Leathers Co. is the world's leading supplier of plant-based materials. We offer easy access to the most innovative and sustainable materials on the planet. Piñatex pineapple leather. Desserto cactus leather. Vegea grape leather.
Experience the OGO™ ORIGIN: a waterless compost toilet designed for RVs, cabins, and off-grid living. Durable, efficient, and easy to maintain for sustainable waste management.
What is the Smart Solar Bench and what is the idea behind this new urban furniture? What is the cost and how cities can benefit using this product? These are the questions that we will try to address in this blog post. Do you lack 4G mobile internet access? Or you noticed that your smartphone […]
Discover the benefits of solar Wi-Fi in Datavalet's blog. Learn how this sustainable and cost-effective solution can improve connectivity in remote areas.
Indio Networks and its partners are giving residents near the town of Louis Trichardt, in South Africa's Limpopo province, affordable rural Internet connectivity.
Imagine a future in which disposing of a pair of worn-out shoes might mean simply adding them to the compost pile.Giri Nathan reports for National Geographic.In short:Romanian artisans and a South Carolina biotech company, MycoWorks, are innovating with mushroom-based textiles, offering an eco-frien... Read more
Grass block pavers, also known as turf block pavers or grow-through pavers, are made of concrete or recycled plastic with open cells to allow grass to grow through them. They’re a porous, eco-friendly option for driveways and parking areas. Here's everything you need to know:
Learn how CO2 absorbing cement tiles help reduce emissions while offering bold design and lasting durability. A perfect blend of sustainability and style.
Plastic-free chewing gum made with natural, biodegradable ingredients. Vegan, eco-friendly, and free from synthetic additives—better for you and the planet!
We have been chewing plastic in the name of chewing gum. Regular gums are made of plastic. Not just the packaging, but even the base is plastic, loaded with artificial colours, flavours & sweeteners. Gud Gum is India's first plastic-free chewing gum- free from all artificial colours, flavours & swee... Read more
There is a lot of waste paper in our life many of which are underutilized, resulting in a waste of resources. This product is capable of processing waste paper into pulp and then mixing it with epoxy resin liquid to form toy parts. The pressed parts are quickly cured under the ultraviolet light, and... Read more
Many countries around the world are making a strong effort to promote sustainable tourism.
Greece, Denmark, Germany, China, Portugal, Bhutan, Singapore, and South Korea Set the Standard for Sustainable Tourism in 2025, With Green Travel Practices That Benefit Both Locals and Tourists
Greece, Denmark, Germany, China, Portugal, Bhutan, Singapore, and South Korea are not just participating in sustainable tourism—they are setting the benchmark for the industry.
A PARADISE Mediterranean island has had a fall from grace after it became a rat-infested, litter-strewn “disaster zone”. Comino, a tiny outcrop off the coast of Malta famous for its tur…
Researchers at ITT Delhi have developed an automated biogas upgrading and bottling system. The device makes biogas available as a practical fuel for vehicles.
Growing up, I always dreaded to enter my grandmother’s kitchen in the village. She used firewood to cook: There was such a dark, thick smoke in the room that I couldn’t breathe or keep my eyes open. I really don’t know how my grandmother could spend hours and hours in ...
Each year people are consuming more and more sushi. And it's clear that's not going to change. But according to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, plastic waste will outnumber fish by the year 2050. So, clearly something has to change. And that's exactly what Yavez Anthonio is trying to do. For his gra
Explore Cropmade's sustainable bamboo products! Our innovative Cropsticks, with a built-in rest and showcased on SharkTank, offer convenience and style. Our biodegradable bamboo straws are the perfect eco-friendly alternative to plastic and paper. Join us in making a positive impact. Shop now for fu... Read more
The history of wind power and the growth of wind turbines, with key individuals and interesting stats. Let's follow the journey of using wind for power.
The blades of modern wind turbines are typically made from non-recyclable materials, which diminishes their sustainability. Substituting these materials with wood could significantly improve the environmental friendliness of wind turbines.
"The size of the faucet highlights the magnitude of the problem. It makes the problem impossible to ignore. We're used to throwing things 'away'--but when we're confronted with what happens when 'away' is not an option, I think it creates an emotional wake-up call," says Benjamin Von Wong.
Graviky Labs has developed KAALINK, a device that captures particulate matter from diesel generators. The startup, founded by Anirudh Sharma, an alumnus of MIT Media Lab’s Fluid Interfaces Group, then turns the soot into Air-Ink for artists around the world.
People love to connect with nature and that’s possible with vertical gardens on high-rise developments. But gardens need a gardener to keep things under control.
Few designers have done as much to popularize the modern trend of covering buildings in greenery as Stefano Boeri. Since his Bosco Verticale met with critical acclaim, the Italian architect's firm has been steadily producing lush tree-covered buildings around the world. Its latest will be adorned…
Yes, you've read that right! Our beloved hemp plant can be used as a natural insulation alternative and we'll explain to you how and why it's so great.
Until now, old clothes have mainly been incinerated. Using adapted processes from paper production, it is possible to recover the cellulose fibers from used clothing and use them to produce cardboard and other packaging materials.
Solar energy powers air conditioners with zero CO2 emissions. Clean energy replaces harmful gases, making your home eco-friendly and sustainable with solar ACs.
Air conditioning giant Gree has been recognised as joint winner of the 2021 Global Cooling Prize for creating an air conditioning prototype with five times less climate impact than a standard product. Gree UK’s Tim Boxall reveals the innovations behind its winning solution
HVAC systems are responsible for a huge portion of the global greenhouse emission. It’s time we moved towards more sustainable carbon neutral or carbon negative air conditioning systems!
Air conditioning causes around 3% of greenhouse gas emissions. How will this change in the future?
A new battery made from crab shells and zinc promises to be fully biodegradable and recyclable. The safe, eco-friendly battery can be recharged at least 1,000 times, making it suitable for storing wind and solar energy for the power grid.Lithium-ion is today the most widely used battery technology f... Read more
Researchers have found that concrete can be made 30% stronger by replacing a percentage of sand with spent coffee grounds, an organic waste product produced in huge amounts that usually ends up in landfill. The method also reduces the use of natural resources like sand, further contributing to a…
With a fervent dedication to supporting a more sustainable future, it wouldn't be Material Source Studio launch week without us interviewing a trailblazing biomaterials designer.
Zhekai Zhang is...
Discover sustainable travel mugs made from recycled coffee grounds. Our eco-friendly mugs offer an environmentally friendly alternative for your daily coffee on the go!
Designed by our gynae expert, HANX Condoms are ultra-thin, sensitive, vegan and CE certified - and contain no harsh spermicide which can cause soreness or UTIs.
Tony Robbins uses the terrace of his oceanside mansion in Fiji as a driving range, and he uses biodegradable golf balls made of fish food when he practices.
Eco Sports is home to eco friendly, biodegradable, vegan, non-toxic, & recyclable material for all your sporting goods. We are a non leather company and replacing it with an eco friendly material that gives you the same quality and feel as all your best sporting equipment.
Shop the NOTE Classic Bamboo Pen featuring recycled paper refill in blue ink. An eco-friendly choice for sustainable writing and perfect for gifting. Buy now!
Practices like eco-friendly mining techniques and waste recycling can help make mining more sustainable, thus reducing the industry’s carbon footprint.
Five Ways to Make Mining More Sustainable - Future Bridge Mining
As the world becomes more overpopulated, mining companies must find new ways to contribute to sustainability. Alternative low-impact mining techniques can reduce pollution and consumption of natural resources. Mining companies can also create better living conditions for mine workers by using eco-fr... Read more
Concrete is one of the most common materials on Earth, thanks to its high strength and low cost – but it’s also one of the largest single sources of carbon dioxide emissions. Engineers at Washington State University (WSU) have developed a new method for making concrete that absorbs more carbon t... Read more
World’s first fully recycled concrete developed by Holcim Innovation Center Construction of 220-unit social housing complex outside Paris Advancing circular...
MIT students have developed a form of concrete using recycled plastic water bottles. The new material is 20 percent stronger than traditional concrete and could help cut the cement industry’s carbon emissions.
Following the successful take-up in markets where building materials company Holcim is present, local subsidiary Lafarge South Africa (SA) on July 18 launched its lower-carbon cement ECOPact to the domestic market.
Compared with CEM I – Portland cement containing a maximum of 5% of other material... Read more
Maersk are a Danish shipping company with a fleet of over 6oo container ships. They’re a major enterprise, and they are dependent on two commodities that have seen steeply rising prices in recent y…
A small group of parents and staff from Canary Wharf College came together to find ways that we could enhance the school and raise money for outdoor activities. I was lucky enough to be part of this group.One person said “how about building a boat, to use to clean our docks”.This was the birth o... Read more
A research team headed by Prof. Karl Leo at TUD Dresden University of Technology have developed an innovative, nature-inspired solution that could revolutionize the electronics industry: "Leaftronics." This innovative approach leverages the natural structure of leaves to create biodegradable electro... Read more
A study introduces biodegradable, flexible nanocomposites made from starch and MXene, showcasing their potential for various electronic and sensing applications. These materials degrade within a month in soil.
Engineering science and mechanics researchers at Penn State developed the ability to control the dissolve rate of biodegradable electronics by experimenting with dissolvable elements, like inorganic fillers and polymers, that encapsulate the device. The work has implications for advancing drug deliv... Read more
The United Nations (UN) defines e-waste as any discarded product with a battery or plug, and features toxic and hazardous substances such as mercury, that can pose severe risk to human and environmental health.
The initiative started as a way to deal with the large quantities of waste glass that are produced on the island and stay untreated, ending up into the natural...
New buildings are among the largest contributors to carbon emissions. Using recycled materials can significantly reduce the construction industry’s carbon footprint!
Inspired by glowing jellyfish, young Spanish scientist Rubén Costa has developed BioLEDs that could help save the planet – as well as sufferers of Seasonal Affective Disorder.
A recent Harvard study finds that greenery in the office makes people more productive. It joins a number of previous studies highlighting similar findings, but are facilities managers going green as a result?
Green-certified office space stock have increased 36 per cent to 342 million square feet across six major cities in the last three and half years, according to a CBRE-CII report.
From this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix, the Official FIA Safety Car and Medical Car of Formula 1 will be powered by sustainable fuel, as the sport continues the journey to 100% sustainable fuels being used by F1 cars from 2026.
AUGA group presents the first technology aimed at powering the “green” food chain: a newly introduced environmentally friendly tractor that will set new standards in sustainable farming and help reduce agricultural pollution.
The world is running out of oil and gas, making the case for solar-powered electric tractors an easier one to sell to traditional consumers. Originally published as “Electric Tractors” April/May 2002 MOTHER EARTH NEWS.
A first-of-its-kind tractor completely powered by cow manure has been developed by a British company. The groundbreaking design is could mark a turning point in providing an efficient energy supply for farms in the UK. This footage shows the liquid methane gas-powered T7 vehicle in action as the tea... Read more
Progressive state legislators often find themselves in a David-and-Goliath battle against the conventional ag industry. One organization is helping them to support producers using regenerative practices instead.
Growing Paper produces 100% hand-made, recycled, plantable and biodegradable paper products that grow into beautiful living herbs, vegetables or flowers when planted. It’s a labour of love that employs 35 people in the poor Swartland community.
Nikon Group has held an “environmental photo contest” that employees could partake in, every year since 2004. From this fiscal year, in order to increase employees’ understanding and interest in sustainability, the name of the contest was changed to the “Nikon Group Sustainability Photo Cont... Read more
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The Earth Prize is the environmental sustainability competition for teenage students. The Earth Prize will recognize the students and schools with the best solutions to accelerate positive change towards environmental sustainability, as judged by The Earth Prize Adjudicating Panel.
NSF’s mission is to advance the progress of science, a mission accomplished by funding proposals for research and education made by scientists, engineers, and educators from across the country.
Norway has installed the world’s northernmost ground solar panels in its Svalbard archipelago, despite the region being plunged into darkness from early October until mid-February every year.
Solar energy has become so accessible that new farms are being switched on in the most unexpected places – including in the depths of the Alaskan winter.
Norwegian researchers have conducted a study to assess the technical feasibility of solar parks in polar regions. They found out that snowdrifts may be a major issue but they also believe that snow accumulation can be reduced through snow fences and proper system design.
In this article, we explore how solar can and is being used in the Arctic & Antarctica to help power essential research and keep those conducting that research comfortable and able to survive.
This shower head restrictor is made of copper and ABS materials, and practical in use. - This water shut off valves can be in hoses, purifier sprayers or shower heads, and fits standard size. 1 x Shower Head Shut Off.
It was a promise since we decided to launch URGE bike products brand with South Shore Bicycles and it has been one of the sensations during Eurobike show.
A commute to work by ebike that involves hopping on and off trains or buses during the journey can be a whole lot easier if you can fold your ride. Madrid-based mobility company Ossby has introduced what’s sure to be an attention-grabbing pedal-assist ride that does so in a second.
Roads in which waste plastic is melted down and mixed with paving materials are becoming more common around the world. Although for now they remain a niche technology, experts say the roads could become one of a diverse array of uses for discarded plastic.
The World Economic Forum is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. Incorporated as a not-for-profit foundation in 1971, and headquar... Read more
Startup Twelve broke ground on a commercial-scale facility in Washington state, which it says will be the first in the country to make sustainable aviation fuel from CO2.
An efficient new process can convert carbon dioxide into formate, a material that can be used like hydrogen or methanol to power a fuel cell and generate electricity.
The Hallberg-Rassy 50 is now, as first ever world wide, available with solar panels fully integrated with the sails. 160.7 square meters of sail area that at the same time works as solar panels, generating up to 410 A charging at 24 V. Even a grey March day, the sails generated 27 A positive charg... Read more
In the 400 years or so leading up to the adoption of steam power in the 19th century, sailing ships ruled the waves. In an effort to cut increasing fuel costs and reduce emissions, sails are set to once again prove their worth. But unlike the sails proposed by B9 Shipping and the Wind Challenger…
That glass of wine at the end of the day might be good for your soul, but is it good for the planet? Many consumers are starting to ask themselves this question as we learn more about how wine packaging and waste products impact the survival of the environment. The packaging needed to safely transpo... Read more
Swimwear designer Natasha Tonić spoke with Bustle about her evolving brand, why plant-based materials are essential, and why swimwear is sustainable fashion’s next frontier.
The European Parliament adopted its position Wednesday (22 November) on legislation to reduce packaging waste, after a tense debate on the role of reuse, recycling and bans.
Reusable packaging and retail tech start-up no-boxx is working to reduce single-use packaging waste, drive down carbon emissions, and optimise traceability in e-commerce with its reusable pouch packaging and tracking application.
Amazon teams around the world continuously work to improve packaging using a science-based approach to have a lower environmental impact, including investing in new materials, processes, and technologies.
AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there. The widespread adoption of returning and reusing plastic packaging could help to cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 69 per cent, a s... Read more
If you’re trying to live a more eco-friendly life, there are plenty of things you can do. But did you know shoes are one of the most harmful items in your closet? That’s why we talked to experts to find the most sustainable — and comfortable — shoes out there.
Balena, the material science company aimed at making advanced biodegradable polymer materials for a more sustainable fashion industry, today announced an exciting partnership with acclaimed designer Kitty Shukman to create a unique 3D-printed concept slide with a natural kick: ROOTS.
Since most shoes contain non-degrading, toxic chemicals and materials, making biodegradable shoes is a step in the right direction for the environment.
Are Biodegradable Shoes the Future of Footwear? - EcoWatch
At Reebok’s Innovation Lab in Boston, engineers are working to create the sustainable footwear. The shoes will be made 100% from plants with zero plastic, and, hopefully, be fully biodegradable so you can bury them in your backyard. Currently, many shoes are made of leather and petroleum-based ma... Read more
Swedish start-up Minesto has been for years trying to float the idea of having underwater turbines that generate power for use on-shore. These would be anchored to the seafloor by a long tether and…
French company Airseas has developed the Seawing, a kite to help propel cargo ships, which it says could cut their carbon emissions by an average of 20%.
This 3D-printed concept wheel by tyre manufacturer Goodyear uses living moss to absorb moisture from the road, before converting it into oxygen through photosynthesis
For design enthusiasts worried about forests being axed for furniture, this may come as a bit of a surprise: buying a table made of wood instead of metal or plastic could significantly help cut carbon emissions, according to a U.N. agency.
OPINION: Unless we acquire greater knowledge about what happens at the atomic and molecular scale during materials recycling, progress towards a truly circular economy will grind to a halt.
A Formula E racing car made from iPhones, chargers, batteries and single-use vapes has been built in the UK to highlight the increasing problem of electronic waste
Hong Kong-based start-up company Hydroplast is fighting the chronic plastic pollution problem plaguing the oceans around the world through its new water-soluble technology. Plastic pollution is especially prevalent in Hong Kong where excessive packaging is commonly used in supermarkets and stores an... Read more
The Spanish University of Alicante’s Waste, Energy, Environment and Nanotechnology (REMAN) research group has developed a process to obtain a water-soluble plastic material based on potato st…
A group of researchers at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in Brazil have grown microalgae under controlled conditions in a laboratory in order to use their metabolites, especially lipids, with the prime purpose of producing biofuel. The study is reported in an article published in the jou... Read more
DNV’s latest white paper Biofuels in shipping has highlighted how the flexibility of biofuels can enable the shipping industry to accelerate its journey towards decarbonisation while maintaining operational efficiency. Its paper added that current limitations in production capacity could impact sh... Read more
TIOFLOSS is a new environmentally friendly and sustainable tooth floss and plant-based vegan dispenser which has launched via Kickstarter this month to
Single-use plastics are a major environmental problem, polluting everything from the Mariana Trench to Mount Everest. Many experts say the solution is to create a circular system whereby plastics are reused instead of discarded. A Tokyo-based research team has developed a way to convert bio-based pl... Read more
Stephen Techtmann, a biologist at Michigan Technological University, and collaborators from Michigan Tech and the University of Illinois, are in the midst of a project that seems half-miraculous: turning plastic waste into edible protein.
Plant-based meat can be a better alternative to animal meat, but most of the products currently in the market are unhealthy due to their heavy processing.
Plant-based meat industry on a mission to rebrand itself as healthy option
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The passenger experience through air travel has changed a lot over the course of a century. While the golden era of flying is often thought of as a luxury relegated to the past, there have been a number of significant developments in recent years aimed at enhancing passenger comfort. September marks... Read more
A survey for the Clean Cities Campaign published on 22 September found that 62% of residents in Barcelona, Paris, London, Brussels and Warsaw supported banning cars from cities on some days of the week to reduce dependence on oil. #ThisWillImpactYourLife
By 2030, the company aims to have at least 25% of all beverages globally across its portfolio of brands sold in refillable/returnable glass or plastic bottles, or in refillable containers
The ice is melting; the waters are rising. Vast spirals of plastic shampoo bottles, lipstick tubes, and innumerable razors are whirling through the seas. It’s high time to get serious (very serious) about beauty waste.
Throughout Africa, the supply of secondhand clothing from Western countries far outpaces the demand, and the trade’s environmental hazards extend into river, ocean, urban and forest ecosystems across the continent.
They don’t carry guns. There’s no police academy for training them. But they can walk up your driveway and give you a $100 ticket -- for not recycling your trash properly.
Tomorrow Water, a California-based water treatment company, has just received funding to optimize a new technology that uses only water, heat, and pressure to extract keratan from packing house waste and livestock carcasses.
An Indonesian company is making shoe leather out of leftover chicken feet, providing fashion lovers with an ethical alternative to shoes made from exotic animal leather.
Hong Kong’s legislature has approved plans to impose a garbage levy, charging households for rubbish disposal according to the volume they produce. The new scheme, approved on Thursday, means Hongkongers will have to pay for designated bags in which to dispose of their rubbish. The bags will come ... Read more
It’s been done! Several state authorities and local authorities in the U.S have a trash tax system, which can be effective at encouraging recycling and discouraging waste production.
TRASH TAXES, SUCH AS the $4 per ton tipping fee tax increase approved last June by the Pennsylvania legislature, are being touted as a new revenue stream for state governments. They are promoted for various reasons. One reason is that garbage is Tax it and people will make less garbage and recycle m... Read more
The growing presence of these rental companies in cities has inspired a booming business for companies selling personal e-scooters and increased pressure on city regulators to adapt their infrastructure policies for micro-mobility vehicles, or those that weigh under 500 kilograms.
Huge amounts of plastic ends up rivers and oceans every year, harming the environment and potentially also human health. But what if we could pull it out of water with magnets?
Besides sand, salt is another great alternative to lithium-ion batteries. And the best part, both materials are available in plenty, and can be harvested with minimal harm to the environment!
More and more people, especially the younger generations, are becoming conscious of what they wear. Therefore, in the next few years, sustainable practices such as recycling and “circular economy” will be the next big thing in the fashion industry.
Some people think biodegradable glitter is just as bad as the plastic one. Maybe they are right, and we should consider banning glitter, or they are just spoilsports who don’t love fun.
While it is true that glitter is harmful, the problem lies with the plastic ingredients used to make it, which is why we should switch to eco-friendly biodegradable glitter.
Here’s one from Amazon that can be pretty hardy in emmergency situations.
Walkie Talkies for Adults Rechargeable, FM/NOAA Emergency Radios with Weather Alerts, LED Flashlight & SOS Alarm, Solar Powered Hand Crank Long Range 2 Way Radios Walkie Talkie with USB Charged
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With Amazon, Ikea, Unilever and major movers of ocean cargo seeking ways to meet net-zero carbon goals, the oldest source of ship power, wind, may be back.
Brands like TWOTHIRDS are the future; they make clothes using recycled materials and sustainable processes that save instead of harming the environment
What is Organic fabric?
Organic farming is the greenest approach to produce high quality organic fibre which is then converted into fabric. Natural fabrics when manufactured using organic production systems right from fibre to fabric stage is called organic fabric. In organic farming method, f…
Recycling clothes is another way the fashion industry can become sustainable and more environmental-conscious. Check out this video here on clothes recycling https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7i0QMnz4ExY
Apparently, designers are also growing clothes from plants.
Garment bags, too!
Some fashion brands are embedding seeds in clothing tags.
Already done! There’s a designer who created a plantable dress from seed paper.
Check out this guide on making your own natural spray starch at home.
https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-make-spray-starch-4155709
There’s this from Amazon!
Using plants for fabric dyes is an ancient practice in China that dates back thousands of years.
Take a look at this Indian designer who conducts natural dye workshops!
https://thebetterindia.com/313885/hyderabad-manya-cherabuddi-makes-natural-dyes-conducts-workshops-sustainable-living/
Wow! It’s so easy to make natural dyes using fruits and vegetables.
It’s astonoshing that textile companies still use toxic synthetic dyes when safer, eco-friendly alternatives are available.
Air New Zealand tested edible coffee cups on board a few years ago.
Australia too!
Restaurants in Japan are serving coffee in edible biscuit cups.
Check out this website that sells edible coffee cups, spoons, and straws.
https://ediblecup.coffee/en/
You can get them on Amazon!
These are amazing!
You can also get stretchable silicone lids on Amazon.
They exist!
https://wandp.com/products/reusable-stretch-wrap?
This is a fantastic idea for reducing plastic use in the fashion industry.
Coconut shell buttons are one of the several sustainable practices being employed by the Saudi fashion industry.
This company makes custom-branded buttons from various natural shell materials.
https://acctrims.com/shell-buttons/
They are readily available on most online stores.
I found a site that sells them.
I found a website selling the alternative plant leathers!
https://alternativeleathers.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopSiuSGhgwWrWx-TPv5LBj_KBuBnAZ96dODh4RHT0J3ysnSz8_V
Banana leather, too!
Take a look at this company that makes vegan leather from the agricultural waste of wineries.
https://www.vegeacompany.com/
There’s also a vegan leather in Mexico that is made from cacti.
This company sells faux leather made from waste pineapple leaves.
https://www.ananas-anam.com/
Compost toilets can also offer clean, renewable energy.
This toilet uses mushrooms to compost human waste!
https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/first-mushroom-powered-waterless-toilet
Take a look at this one from Amazon!
I found a company that sells them.
They can also be perfect for off-grid living.
Compost toilets are popular among eco-conscious individuals.
How about these Wi-Fi-enabled #solar trash bins in Singapore?
https://mashable.com/article/singapore-wifi-bins-bigbelly
Dubai has smart, artificial palm trees that provide Wi-Fi and charging solutions to the public.
Take a look at this smart solar bench that offers Wi-Fi access and free device charging.
Solar-powered Wi-Fi can be vital in providing internet connectivity to rural and remote areas.
The technology is being used in South Africa!
You can grow mycelium leather at home!
Take a look at this jacket crafted from mycelium leather fabric.
The best feature of mycelium leather products is that they can be composted at the end of their life cycle.
Mycelium-based leather is a highly promising sustainable alternative to animal leather.
I found this company that is making mushroom-based vegan leather.
Grass pavers can also be an excellent way of capturing CO2.
Carbon can also be captured and stored in concrete.
There’s also this company with paver blocks that actively absorb carbon from the air.
https://partanna.com/carbon-capture-concrete
This company has successfully developed concrete tiles that capture and sequester CO2 from the atmosphere.
You can also get some here!
https://www.peacewiththewild.co.uk/product-category/food-drink/chewing-gum/
I found an indian company that invented one!
https://www.gudgum.in/?srsltid=AfmBOopkwndKvEHOG4x31vVxoWBGQWiSibYnHlfXwCERYd1QM4TkWPRA
It has been done!
A group of Thai high school students created a wedding dress using plastic bags.
Take a look at these stylish wedding dresses made from toilet paper.
https://www.businessinsider.com/toilet-paper-wedding-dresses-annual-competition-2019-10?r=US&IR=T
Paper wedding dresses were once popular in the 1960s.
How about this wedding dress made from upcycled face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic?
https://jerseyeveningpost.com/morenews/uknews/2021/07/19/wedding-dress-made-entirely-of-face-masks-unveiled-to-celebrate-freedom-day/
Here’s another one that turns waste paper into pencils.
This machine recycles old paper into toys.
Here’s the Epson PaperLab at work.
Epson has a machine that can convert waste paper into new paper, right in your office.
Here is another one.
Check out this video review of the straw. It looks handy.
It’s been done.
Check this out! A Portuguese designer has created a guide for making cork and algae-based flip flops at home.
These scientists have developed biodegradable, algae-based shoes.
https://today.ucsd.edu/story/sustainable-sneakers-uc-san-diego-scientists-create-the-worlds-first-biodegradable-shoe
They are on Amazon!
This company uses overgrown algae to make shoes.
Eco-friendly tourism is certainly achievable. Check out these beautiful villages in India with zero-waste policies.
Other destinations are taking a different approach, rewarding tourists instead of fining them for good behaviour.
Some countries have introduced tourist taxes to encourage sustainable tourism.
Many countries around the world are making a strong effort to promote sustainable tourism.
Overtourism and the resulting environmental damage is turning into public outrage in several tourist hotspots.
Tourism is a ticking time bomb; it can turn any beautiful place in the world into a disaster.
Bottled biogas is used as fuel for rickshaws in Nepal.
Bottled biogas provides an affordable and sustainable fuel source suitable for many applications, including cooking and transportation.
Take a look at this video of a biogas compression system.
It’s already been done in Kenya!
Bottled biogas
(5 upvotes)Portable biogas plants
(5 upvotes)There’s also a company that transforms used chopsticks into furniture.
These chopsticks contain seeds; plant them when you are done eating, and they will sprout new plants.
These Chinese chopsticks are edible! Talk about zero waste.
These chopsticks are made from damaged baseball bats! It’s such a cool idea.
Take a look at these chopsticks made from ocean plastic waste.
https://spoon-tamago.com/umi-hashi-chopsticks-made-from-ocean-plastic/
They sell reusable chopsticks!
I found this store that sells eco-friendly bamboo chopsticks and straws.
Recycled plastic is another excellent sustainable material for wind turbines.
Here’s another one!
I found this German company that is developing sustainable wooden wind turbines.
The idea of wooden wind turbines isn’t new; older models were made from wood.
The blades of modern wind turbines are typically made from non-recyclable materials, which diminishes their sustainability. Substituting these materials with wood could significantly improve the environmental friendliness of wind turbines.
I came across this company that makes fog-harvesting nets.
Fog nets are used to collect water in the desert regions of Peru.
Watch this video of the technology in action in the Sahara Desert.
It’s called atmospheric water harvesting (or fog harvesting) and is primarily used in areas with limited water resources.
Carbon neutrality is a growing trend in the cosmetics industry. Check out these brands that are leading the way.
How about these fragrances made from captured carbon?
This company has carbon-neutral packaging for cosmetics that is infused with carbon capture resins.
I came across a UK-based company that has developed a carbon-negative black pigment for use in cosmetic products.
Check out this company claiming to have launched the first #carbonnegative skin care product.
https://theindustry.beauty/bybi-launches-worlds-first-carbon-negative-skincare-product/
These artists are using plastic to make art and raise awareness about plastic pollution.
Well, you can make art using ink made from environmental pollutants.
Green buildings are cool, but they require effort to maintain. Plus, they can lead to significant pest issues.
A perfect idea for improving productivity in the workplace.
Check out this building, which features over 2.5 acres of plants! Imagine the impact on climate change if all buildings were designed like this.
Green buildings are a popular trend in Singapore.
Buildings covered in plants can also help cool the air, particularly during very hot seasons.
This is perfect! Being surrounded by all that greenery and fresh air would feel like living in an urban forest.
There are several types of insulation materials made from plants.
Hemp fibres are an excellent, eco-friendly insulation material.
What about sheep’s wool?
Bird feathers are a good source of insulation, but one could argue that they are not cruelty-free.
We could also make paper from textile waste, thus saving thousands of trees from destruction.
I found this company that produces paper using food and agricultural waste.
https://paperwise.eu/en/
There’s a Ukrainian company that makes paper out of fallen leaves.
It can be done! Check out this guy’s DIY leaf paper experiment.
What an amazing idea! It can help put millions of tons of fallen leaves to use.
Several companies are now producing lab-grown, cocoa-free chocolate.
It could help make chocolate more affordable.
Cocoa-free chocolate is the future of sustainable chocolate.
How about solar-powered air conditioners? These can significantly reduce the HVAC industry’s carbon footprint.
Check out this story of an air conditioning prototype with five times less climate impact than standard units.
HVAC systems are responsible for a huge portion of the global greenhouse emission. It’s time we moved towards more sustainable carbon neutral or carbon negative air conditioning systems!
Sand can also be used to make green batteries that don’t harm the environment.
There’s another one in France made from paper.
Already done! These scientists have developed a biodegradable battery from crab shells.
https://www.anthropocenemagazine.org/2022/09/battery-made-with-crab-shells-is-biodegradable-and-recyclable/
We need this yesterday! This could finally make electric vehicles fully sustainable.
Used coffee grounds have many uses; these researchers are adding it to concrete to make it stronger.
How about this designer who is turning coffee grounds into decorative interior design pieces.
Check out these eco-friendly coffee cups made from used coffee grounds.
https://www.kaffeeform.com/en/
It’s been done! Scientists in Japan are making biodegradable plastics from used coffee grounds.
Millions of tons of used coffee grounds are produced annually, providing an abundant source of sustainable bioplastics.
Also in the UK.
They are being used in Turkey.
This has great potential in areas with vast road networks and a lot of traffic.
Check out this video on how they work!
Apart from condoms, you can also make your sex life more eco-friendly by investing in sustainable lubricants, toys, and other sex products.
Check out this list of organic condoms that are friendly to the environment.
https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/love-sex/sex/g46325364/organic-vegan-condoms/
I found these sustainable, vegan condoms.
https://www.hanxofficial.com/products/vegan-natural-condoms
Like these?
If you play tennis, this company that make sustainable tennis balls that are 100% biodegradable.
https://4design.co/project/asb-sustainaball/
You can buy the golf fish balls on Amazon!
Check this out: Golf enthusiasts can use eco-friendly golf fish balls when playing for fun close to water bodies.
Wow! This company that invented a compostable pickleball – the first of its kind.
https://kansascitymag.com/smash-hit-the-worlds-first-compostable-pickleball-hits-the-market-and-its-made-here-in-kc/
I found out this company that makes a range of sustainable balls using a biodegradable synthetic leather.
https://ecosports.com/
Here is another zero-plastic pen made from 100% biodegradable materials.
https://thenote.earth/product/bamboo-pen-classic/
I found this sustainable pen made from bamboo!
These companies are leading in the quest for sustainable mining practices, which is very encouraging.
Practices like eco-friendly mining techniques and waste recycling can help make mining more sustainable, thus reducing the industry’s carbon footprint.
The mining industry causes up to $5 trillion in environmental damages annually, which is very concerning.
These researchers discovered a way to manufacture concrete that absorbs CO2!
https://newatlas.com/materials/carbon-negative-concrete-treated-biochar/
This company has developed an eco-friendly concrete mix made from 100% recycled materials.
https://www.holcim.com/media/company-news/seqens-first-fully-recycled-concrete-building
You can add recycled plastic to concrete, creating stronger structures while reducing plastic pollution.
Plastic-reinforced concrete
(5 upvotes)Green concrete
(7 upvotes)This low-carbon concrete by a South African company can significantly improve the sustainability of the global construction industry.
https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/lafarge-launches-ecopact-cement-with-as-much-as-100-less-embodied-carbon-emissions-2022-07-19
This company is making recyclable ships that can be dismantled and re-used after they are decommissioned.
Check out this boat fom the UK made from recycled materials and plastic rubbish from London Docks and UK waterways!
https://www.citysailing.com/post/poly-mer-the-world-s-first-vessel-built-from-recycled-plastic
This sailing boat from Kenya is made from recycled plastic waste!
You could also save the environment by recycling or upcycling your old phone case.
You can find so many eco-friendly phone cases on the market, which can help you reduce your carbon footprint.
This phone case is infused with seeds; you can plant it instead of throwing it away, giving you some nice flowers.
https://thursd.com/articles/igreen-cover-plantable-phone-case
They are pretty common. You can buy them on Amazon.
Check out this one-of-a-kind 3D-printed biodegradable battery!
https://www.techbriefs.com/component/content/article/39837-3d-printed-biodegradable-battery
Scientists are currently researching how to use paper to make biodegradable electronics.
These scientists have also developed eco-friendly electronics from leaves!
https://techxplore.com/news/2024-11-nature-leaftronics-pave-biodegradable-electronics.html
Check out these researchers who are developing biodegradable electronics from starch nanocomposites.
https://www.technologynetworks.com/applied-sciences/news/starch-nanocomposite-films-pave-the-way-for-greener-biodegradable-electronics-392791
Biodegradable electronics can be used for implantable medical devices, allowing them to safely degrade in the body after use.
Biodegradable electronics can be an excellent way to tackle the environmental threat posed by the ever-growing e-waste crisis.
Here’s another company making bricks from waste glass!
https://www.thestructuralengineer.info/news/a-small-scale-company-in-zanzibar-transforms-waste-glass-into-bricks
Check out this company that is building houses using recycled plastic waste!
https://www.forbes.com/sites/scottsnowden/2019/08/27/canadian-construction-company-builds-house-from-600000-recycled-plastic-water-bottles/
Recycled materials can build some very cool-looking houses.
New buildings are among the largest contributors to carbon emissions. Using recycled materials can significantly reduce the construction industry’s carbon footprint!
Check out this video on how to make a DIY firefly lantern.
These researchers in Denmark are considering lighting up streets with glow-in-the-dark trees!
https://theweek.com/articles/763908/glowinthedark-trees-could-someday-replace-city-street-lights
In the future, bioluminescent animals like jellyfish might be the main lighting source in buildings.
There’s no denying it. Green buildings are the future of commercial and residential construction.
Besides being eco-friendly, green office spaces can improve employee wellness and productivity.
Green office buildings can greatly boost the fight against climate change.
Green office spaces are the latest sustainability trend in the corporate world.
Cars that run on biofuels or hybrids (biofuel + electric) are more sustainable and are the future of green transportation.
Check out this sleek sports car from Koenigsegg that can run on biofuel!
https://www.autospies.com/news/GIMSSWISS-Koenigsegg-Jesko-Shreds-The-Past-With-A-1600HP-E85-Biofuel-Super-Car-98631/
King Charles has a sports car that runs on biofuel made from wine and cheese byproducts.
This car runs on biofuel created from whiskey residue!
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-40523546
Check out this race car, made from plant fibres and powered by biofuels from chocolate factories’ waste.
From 2026, Formula 1 will switch to 100% sustainable biofuels!
Bentley has a race car that runs on biofuel, and its performance is amazing.
This hybrid electic tractor that runs on biomethane and electricity is the future of sustainable farming.
https://www.foodengineeringmag.com/articles/99721-auga-group-introduces-first-ever-environmentally-friendly-tractor
Farmers can also charge electric tractors using off-grid solar systems.
Solar power is another excellent option for environmentally friendly tractors and farm machinery.
This tractor in Italy runs on methane produced from farm waste and byproducts.
https://grist.org/food/this-tractor-runs-on-bs-but-its-the-real-eco-friendly-deal/
This green tractor is powered by farmyard manure!
https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/lifestyle/tractor-cow-manure-climate-technology-b2256895.html
Electric tractors can help to reduce the carbon footprint of agricultural farms.
Eco-friendly tractors have been popping up all over the world, and they are helping make farming more sustainable.
Light bulbs made from upcycled plastics are more sustainable. Plus, they can reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends in landfills or the ocean.
Solar plastic bulbs are so easy to make!
Check out these solar-powered bulbs made from plastic bottles.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2011/dec/23/sunlight-bulbs-plastic-bottles-light
Biodegradable coolers are perfect for outdoor adventures in the summer.
You can actually buy them from Amazon.
This company has already invented a biodegradable cooler!
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210111005132/en/DS-Smith-Partners-With-Brrr-Box-to-Deliver-First-Commercial-Sustainable-Cooler-Alternative-to-Styrofoam
Check out this venture capital firm that has set up a regenerative #agriculture fund.
https://agfundernews.com/targeting-50m-mad-capital-unveils-new-fund-to-de-risking-regenerative-organic-farming
Sustainable agricultural practices have already attracted the interest of big business brands like Walmart and Pepsi.
Government policies and funding are some top ways to kickstart regenerative agriculture initiatives.
Plantable paper products can be excellent advertising items for an eco-conscious business.
Check out these plantable cutlery products that can grow into new plants.
https://www.intelligentliving.co/plant-biodegradable-plates-cutlery/
You can also make your own seed paper products at home; it’s a very simple process.
I found these plantable seed paper cards on Amazon!
Check out these plantable papers from Cape Town that turn into flowers and herbs!
https://www.capetownmagazine.com/special-stationery
Plantable paper is a huge craze that is popular with environment enthusiasts.
Check out this photography sustainability contest for Nikon employees! This is an amazing idea for increasing employees’ awareness of environmental issues.
https://www.nikon.com/company/sustainability/latest_updates/20240207/
Here’s another one: Campus Race to Zero Waste, which raises awareness for recycling and composting waste materials.
https://campusracetozerowaste.org/
I found one – The Eart Prize, an environmental sustainability contest for teen students.
This is a great idea, but sadly, we are still a few years away from realizing a truly environmentally friendly glitter.
Glitter, even eco-friendly brands, can still cause harm to the environment, especially aquatic life.
You can buy it on Amazon!
You can expect to see more eco-friendly glitter now, especially as more countries crack down on microplastics.
Environmentally-friendly glitter is a great option for people who are eco-conscious.
Wind energy farms are another excellent idea for green energy production in the polar regions.
Check this out: Norway has installed a solar power plant in one of the Arctic’s most remote regions.
https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/09/19/solar-panels-installed-in-remote-arctic-community-to-power-green-energy-transition
The polar environment might seem like an unlikely place to install solar farms, but it is actually perfect for solar energy production.
It might be challenging, but large scale solar farms are very much a possibility in the polar regions.
It is a great idea, but you would have to overcome a number of challenges like the endless hours of darkness in some seasons.
Solar energy can make a huge difference in the polar regions, especially in remote communities or research facilities.
Buckinghamshire Council in the UK is giving low-income households four-minute shower timers to help them conserve water and energy.
https://uk.movies.yahoo.com/council-issuing-4-minute-shower-113000329.html?
Check out this Wi-Fi-controlled shower timer shut-off valve!
I found one on eBay!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/115791732474
A #showerheadtimer is an excellent idea! Billions of gallons of water are wasted every year due to long showers.
We could also use plant fibers to make e-bike accessories like helmets.
This electric bike is so sturdy that it is almost impossible to believe it is made from plant fibers.
Here’s another e-bike made from plant resins and recycled fibers.
https://newatlas.com/bicycles/ossby-geo-folding-ebike-lightweight/
Check out this foldable electric bike with a frame made from plant fibers.
https://www.inverse.com/input/tech/hummingbird-flax-folding-e-bike-plant-fiber-design-carbon-fiber-strength
Check out this road in India that was constructed using recycled plastic bottles.
https://tribune.com.pk/story/2424499/karachi-gets-its-first-road-made-with-recycled-plastic
Besides roads, people can also pave using plastic, which can help address the global plastic waste crisis.
Building roads with plastic can offer a way to upcycle billions of pounds of plastic waste currently polluting our environment.
This NASA technology that can turn CO2 into fuel using solar power is the ultimate solution to sustainable energy.
https://technology.nasa.gov/patent/TOP2-160
It looks like companies are already commercialising this technology. There’s a company that is turning CO2 into green jet fuel.
This catalyst can make fuel from sunlight and CO2 in the air!
https://www.science.org/content/article/cheap-catalysts-turn-sunlight-and-carbon-dioxide-fuel
Check this out: researchers at MIT and Havard have discovered a way to make fuel from captured carbon dioxide.
https://news.mit.edu/2023/engineers-develop-efficient-fuel-process-carbon-dioxide-1030
Turning CO2 into fuel and other useful products can provide a lasting solution to global warming and climate change crisis.
Besides the maritime industry, solar sails can also be a revolutionary technology for space travel.
How about these traditional sails that have been fully integrated with solar panels!
https://www.hallberg-rassy.com/news/news/solar-panel-sails-2021-04
These futuristic rigid solar sails are making the shipping industry greener!
https://futurism.com/new-ship-rigid-solar-sails-harnesses-power-sun-wind-same-time
Solar sails can be the maritime industry’s future; they harness wind and solar power!
Biodegradable wraps are another excellent idea that can make wine shipping more eco-friendly.
Check out this cargo boat that uses wind sails to transport wine across the ocean.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90964605/this-sailboat-carries-luxury-wine-and-chocolate-across-the-atlantic
Sustainable shipping can help reduce the wine industry’s carbon footprint, conserving the environment.
How about these luxury swimsuits made from plant rubber?
https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/fashion/113855236/kiwi-woman-is-making-the-worlds-first-plantbased-swimsuits
This designer is creating swimsuits that are made from hemp fibres!
https://www.bustle.com/style/natasha-tonic-sustainable-biodegradable-swimsuits-hemp
Check out this #swimwear that is made from plant-based neoprene material!
https://endurance.biz/2023/industry-news/zone3-launches-yulex-open-water-swimwear-made-from-plant-based-neoprene/
Plant-based swimwear is exactly you need to have a fun and eco-friendly summer.
Plant-based swimwear is very common nowadays as more and more brands are going the eco-friendly route.
Top brands, especially those whose products are sold in vending machines, should start investing in carbon removal technology.
This has already been done! Japan is planning to roll out vending machines that can suck carbon out of the air.
Vending machines, especially smart ones, are actually a great way to reduce the carbon footprint in the retail industry.
Why are governments walking back on efforts to end packaging waste? Someone tell EU we need tougher regulations!
https://www.euractiv.com/section/energy-environment/news/parliament-votes-to-water-down-eus-packaging-waste-law/
Single-use packaging has no place in our envrionment!
Check out this shipping package that can be re-used for up to 20 times!
https://packagingeurope.com/news/reusable-e-commerce-pouch-and-tracking-application-developed-by-no-boxx/9929.article
Brands should be the leading in innovation for reusable packaging.
Reusable packaging can be more effective than recycling in protecting the environment from plastic waste.
Reusable packaging is a huge hit with eco-conscious consumers.
Biodegradable shoes might not yet be mainstream, but you can find many eco-friendly alternatives.
How about these 3D-printed biodegradable shoes?
https://www.azom.com/news.aspx?newsID=61636
This is unbelievable: you can now wear compostable vegan shoes!
https://plantbasednews.org/lifestyle/fashion/biodegradable-vegan-shoes-blueview/
Biodegradable plastic is the ultimate sustainable material for making green shoes!
This is an amazing concept. You can now throw away your old shoes without fear of polluting the environment.
Since most shoes contain non-degrading, toxic chemicals and materials, making biodegradable shoes is a step in the right direction for the environment.
How about these underwater kite turbines that can generate energy from tidal waves?
https://hackaday.com/2023/11/15/underwater-kites-buoying-the-prospect-of-more-tidal-power-generation/
We could also install wind turbines in high-flying kites to increase efficiency.
This kite can harness wind energy to power maritime vessels, reducing their reliance on fossil fuels.
https://edition.cnn.com/2023/06/30/travel/airseas-giant-kites-ships-slash-carbon-emissions-scn-climate-spc/index.html
Kites can fly higher than wind turbines, thus harnessing more energy.
These futuristic-looking tires use moss to convert carbon to oxygen as you are driving.
https://www.dezeen.com/2018/03/09/goodyear-oxygene-tyre-converts-carbon-dioxide-into-oxygen-geneva-motor-show/
This car can also absorb carbon as you are driving, but with its front grill not tires.
https://www.cnet.com/science/this-car-cleans-the-atmosphere-while-driving/
Wooden treadmills are more sustainable than those made from metal or plastic.
This DIY wooden treadmill looks cool and sophisticated.
Found one on Amazon!
Scrap metal and parts from old cars can also be used to build new vehicles.
We could also make cars out of plastic waste.
This formula E car was made from recycled iPhones, chargers, batteries, and vape pens.
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2384959-formula-e-unveils-racing-car-made-from-electronic-waste/
Check this out! Dutch students built an electric vehicle out of recycled materials.
https://e360.yale.edu/digest/students-build-electric-car-made-entirely-from-recycled-materials
This Chinese guy built a sports car from metal and an old vehicle!
How about an edible plastic wrap?
It’s already been done! Hong Kong scientists have developed a water-soluble plastic film.
https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/hong-kong-startup-develops-ingenious-water-soluble-film-to-fight-plastic-waste/
Why aren’t brands using these sustainable packing wraps?
https://www.chemistryworld.com/future-of-plastics/now-you-see-it–wrapping-that-dissolves-in-water/4011830.article
Dissolving packing wrap
(4 upvotes)Dissolvable Food Packaging
(2 upvotes)This potato starch plastic wrap might not dissolve, but it is 100% compostable and biodegradable.
https://www.potatonewstoday.com/2023/03/13/researchers-pioneer-new-eco-friendly-plastic-alternative-made-from-potato-starch/
Dissolving packing wraps can reduce a lot of plastic waste that is generated by the packaging industry.
Algae looks like a more promising (and eco-friendly) source for bioenergy.
https://phys.org/news/2023-04-cultivate-microalgae-biofuel-production.html
Biofuels from crops are not eco-friendly; they only put pressure on the agricultural industry and food production.
Biofuels can be a major resource in the developing countries.
https://african.business/2022/11/energy-resources/africa-faces-challenges-in-developing-bioenergy
The maritime industry is another sector that can significantly benefit from eco-friendly biofuels.
Several airlines are switching to biofuels made from corn to reduce their carbon emmision.
Here are a few more options for biodegradable dental floss.
https://www.treehugger.com/best-biodegradable-dental-floss-5111947
Like this from Amazon?
Plant-based dental floss is a fantastic idea for eco-friendly oral care.
We could also turn plastics into fertilizer and use them to grow crops.
It’s a novel idea, but it will be pretty hard to convince people that food made from plastic is safe.
Scientists are researching how plastic can be turned into food during deep space missions.
https://www.axios.com/2023/04/04/plastic-space-food-3d-printing
Check out this ice cream made from plastic waste.
Plant-based meat products are the perfect solution for vegans looking for animal meat substitutes.
Plant-based meat can be a better alternative to animal meat, but most of the products currently in the market are unhealthy due to their heavy processing.
Check this out! A plant-based chicken that promises to deliver a real chicken taste.
https://www.theguardian.com/food/2023/oct/19/tastilux-animal-free-fat-unveiled-sxsw-sydney-realistic-meat-alternative
Plant-based meat is the future of the food industry. It’s more sustainable and nutritious than animal meat.
Check out these eco-friendly reusable napkins made from upcycled waste fabric.
https://earth911.com/home-garden/make-cloth-napkins-upcycled-fabric/
Reusable cloth napkins are more sustainable than paper napkins, which you can’t recycle; hence, they end up as waste.
You can find them on eBay!
Like this?
I’d love this for my kids! They’re fascinated by stars and constellations.
Using recycled materials is a step in the right direction. Our planet needs more of such innovations.
It looks like someone has already built a plastic road.
A canopy that mimics the night sky sounds dreamy. It’s like sleeping under the stars.
“I’d love to see more airports adopt these practices. It’s high time we prioritize our planet.”
A better idea would be to encourage using cleaner and more eco-friendly cars.
How about replacing gas-powered vehicles with these solar-powered city cars/
https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/features/squad-solar-car-in-america
This is a fantastic idea! Cities should remove cars from their streets and replace them with bicycles or other eco-friendly options like scooters and e-bikes.
https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2022/09/22/how-spanish-cities-are-working-to-reduce-cars-and-encourage-bikes
Several cities worldwide have banned or are attempting to ban cars from their streets.
Here’s an electrical plug from Amazon with a timer function for auto-switching off devices.
It’s scary to imagine how much energy is wasted by not doing something as simple as switching your devices off when not using them!
https://hrnews.co.uk/offices-waste-thousands-a-year-on-unused-electricity/
Top brands like Coca-Cola are already embracing the idea of #refillablepackaging
Refillable packaging should be the standard for the beauty industry, given how much waste it produces.
Refillable packages are the most sustainable option; they have a smaller carbon footprint than recyclable and biodegradable packages!
https://sustainabilitymag.com/articles/refillable-packaging-providing-a-sustainable-solution
Most of them are often exported to third-world countries, where they end up in landfills, causing further pollution!
https://www.ncronline.org/earthbeat/justice/used-clothing-imports-africa-strain-local-ecosystems-waste-management
A great idea, but what happens to these plastic clothes after they are used?
Clothes from plastic waste have been popping up in fashion shows and in the mainstream fashion industry!
vhttps://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-43074644
Several brands are already using plastic waste to make clothes and fashion accessories.
You can get this remote on Amazon!
Check out this Samsun solar TV remote that you can charge with both indoor and outdoor light.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/samsung-tv-remotes-are-solar-powered-for-2021-neo-qled-models/
You can also find plenty of trash police in the U.S
Don’t go around littering in Swiss cities; they have garbage police on patrol.
Several areas in the U.K. have their own version of #trashpolice
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/mar/10/rubbish-police-check-bin-bags-drive-up-recycling-rates-swansea-fines
The world needs environmental police units to undo the damage caused by pollution.
Turns out you can make beauty products from your used cooking oil.
Check out this company that is using animal waste to make cosmetics!
https://www.cosmeticsdesign.com/Article/2021/05/24/Upcycled-keratin-beauty-ingredient-animal-rendering-waste
Several cosmetic products are made using recycled food waste, like coffee grounds and fruit peels.
Or you can use inks and paints to suck pollutants from the air.
You can find lots of street art painted using “air pollution” inks and paints.
This genius came up with the idea of turning car exhaust into ink!
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/ink-made-air-pollution-180972212/
Already done. Check out this lab that turns carbon soot into the paint.
https://edition.cnn.com/style/article/air-ink-painting-with-pollution/index.html
The mainstream fashion industry should start using food waste to create fabrics!
Check out these leather shoes that are made from chicken feet.
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3085882/leather-shoes-made-food-waste-chicken-feet-offer-fashion
What an inspiring way to reduce food waste!
Hong Kong is in the process of introducing a garbage tax that will tax households based on the amount of trash they produce.
The U.K. wanted to implement something similar a while back. Don’t know if it is in effect yet.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2007/oct/30/waste.recycling1
It’s been done! Several state authorities and local authorities in the U.S have a trash tax system, which can be effective at encouraging recycling and discouraging waste production.
Naturally biodegradable should be the international standard for every packaging material.
Watching this water bottle disintegrate is both fun and satisfying!
Check out this article about a #biodegradablebottle that falls apart when it enters a water body!
https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/water-bottle-dissolves-in-water/
It’s an excellent idea, but maybe make the scooters solar-powered, so they are completely sustainable.
Rental scooters are a great idea, but there needs to be more regulation to guarantee the safety of the rides and other individuals.
We should not stop at rental scooters! More people should jump on the bandwagon by purchasing personal scooters.
https://morningconsult.com/2019/11/13/shared-scooter-rentals-cities-fueling-market-personal-e-scooters/
#rentalscooters can help ease congestion and create a more environmental-friendy means of mobility in cities and urban areas.
Check out this article about capturing plastic waste using magnetic nanoparticles.
https://www.materialstoday.com/polymers-soft-materials/news/nps-hold-magnetic-attraction-for-plastic-waste/
This is a cool idea that can end microplastic pollution one day!
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20210825-how-to-fight-microplastic-pollution-with-magnets
Microplastics are everywhere now. Any solution to fight them is a good one.
How about these carbon-absorbing murals and graffiti that are popping up in various cities across the world?
https://www.swlondoner.co.uk/life/08072021-video-painting-south-bank-green-via-a-carbon-absorbing-graffiti-mural
CO2 absorbing paints are becoming increasingly popular as people look for more innovative ways to combat carbon emissions.
Check out this article about a type of cement-based paint that can absorb and lock in CO2 from the air.
https://www.springwise.com/innovation/science/carbon-capturing-celour-paint/
Other companies and brands in the world need to follow this example!
Packaging is one of the biggest causes of environmental pollution. Adopting net zero carbon packaging can thus offer a huge boost to
Besides sand, salt is another great alternative to lithium-ion batteries. And the best part, both materials are available in plenty, and can be harvested with minimal harm to the environment!
Sand batteries are the energy industry’s future, especially if paired with other green energies such as solar power.
Sand has the potential to be one of the most eco-friendly energy storage mediums.
Recycling and circularity are already dominating the fashion world, with some big brands adopting these practices.
More and more people, especially the younger generations, are becoming conscious of what they wear. Therefore, in the next few years, sustainable practices such as recycling and “circular economy” will be the next big thing in the fashion industry.
There is so much waste in the fashion industry. Imagine the number of clothing items that could be made if we recycled the old ones.
Some people think biodegradable glitter is just as bad as the plastic one. Maybe they are right, and we should consider banning glitter, or they are just spoilsports who don’t love fun.
Check out this plant-based bio glitter – what a way to have fun and not harm the environment!
While it is true that glitter is harmful, the problem lies with the plastic ingredients used to make it, which is why we should switch to eco-friendly biodegradable glitter.
Glitter is made of microplastics, which find their way into the environment and the oceans, where the damage caused is pretty extensive.
https://www.thedailystar.net/environment/glitter-could-be-bad-environment-1498570
Here’s one from Amazon that can be pretty hardy in emmergency situations.
Dynamos might be an old technology, but they are very effective when everything else fails, making them perfect for emergency radio communication.
There are more green options for the maritime industry besides wind, such as liquid natural gas, electricity, liquid hydrogen, methanol, and solar power.
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/27/how-ocean-shipping-goes-green-from-wind-power-to-liquid-hydrogen.html
There are wind turbines that can turn your traditional boat green with a few modifications
Wind power might be the only viable solution to making the maritime industry green and reducing greenhouse emissions.
Before the advent of carbon-based fuels, people used winds to sail across the world, so why not continue using them?
Someone already has this amazing idea – recycling plastics to make roofing tiles.
Solar roof tiles are another excellent idea if you want to make your building eco-friendly.
Check out this living green roof. I don’t think you can get any more environmentally friendly than this!
Brands like TWOTHIRDS are the future; they make clothes using recycled materials and sustainable processes that save instead of harming the environment
Making clothes using organic fabrics can help prevent pollution from pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals used in the fashion industry.
Check out this article on how brands are turning to sustainable practices to reduce the harm to the environment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7wBiG34CuE
Recycling clothes is another way the fashion industry can become sustainable and more environmental-conscious. Check out this video here on clothes recycling https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7i0QMnz4ExY
The fashion industry has a massive impact on the environment. Making clothes more sustainable can help save the ecosystem.