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** Last Minute Gifts that Give Back Instead of Going Into Landfills
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** December 15, 2022
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We all hope that the gifts we give will be cherished by the recipient, but the truth is that many are not. Whether they toss it or return it, unwanted gifts are likely to end up in a landfill. As if this isn’t bad enough, all the resources and climate emissions that went into producing and shipping the object are wasted.
Of course, there are many ways to buy more sustainably - making purchases that help people reduce waste day-to-day or support their sustainability objectives. But instead of buying objects this year, consider giving back instead. As a bonus, these are great last minute gifts!
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** Is the Future of Meat Production Really in the Lab?
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** December 14, 2022
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Lab-made meat may sound like a science-fiction concept. But it’s soon-to-be big business. Sixty companies worldwide are racing to perfect the technology for lab-made meat and to gain approval to sell it. Advocates see cultivated meat as a perfect solution to feed the world more sustainably, without requiring the death of any animals. But skeptics highlight key questions around the technology’s cost, scalability, and available market demand. Here, we dive into this faux meat’s production as well as its progress.
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** Want to See More People Cycling to Work? Safe Infrastructure is Key
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** December 7, 2022
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Cycling seems like a natural solution to the challenges caused by sedentary lifestyles and greenhouse gas-emitting transport. But getting people to bike requires investment from cities. Safe infrastructure is crucial to help as many people cycle as possible. Building this infrastructure can be challenging, however, without adequate budgeting and strong community buy-in.
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