As summer approaches, supermarkets fill their shelves with fresh strawberries, tempting us with their juicy sweetness. Yet, a recent government analysis has revealed that 95% of strawberries contain traces of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), toxic chemicals often referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the body and environment. This discovery raises […]
In the global push towards environmental sustainability, the quest for eco-friendly alternatives to traditional single-use plastics has led to the emergence of PHA-based straws. These innovative solutions offer a resounding answer to the challenges posed by conventional plastic and paper straws. Let’s explore the remarkable features of PHA straws and their potential to transform the […]
According to a recent report by the United Nations, drastic measures could lead to an impressive 80% reduction in global plastic pollution by the year 2040. The findings highlight the urgent need to address this pressing environmental issue and provide hope for a cleaner and more sustainable future.
There’s talk of a spring drought, and while it was intermittent (meaning not quite every day) in February, the rain fell incessantly during the whole of March. That’s Cumbria (or, after the local government reorganisation up here, more correctly Cumberland, and Westmorland and Furness) for you. Despite a short, sunny, and very welcome respite recently, […]
Journalist and activist George Monbiot highlights the devastating impact of our reliance on fossil fuels. Monbiot states that “our use of fossil fuels is causing 10 million deaths per year, equivalent to a genocide every 8 months.” This statement is a sobering reminder of the catastrophic consequences of our continued dependence on non-renewable energy sources.
Plastic Particles From Production Adding to Ocean Pollution
We have the ability to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and sequester it in the ocean as sodium bicarbonate, according to new research.
Selon un rapport de Forbes, une entreprise durable et innovante appelée BIOFASE, basée à Morelia, au Mexique, est leader dans la production de plastique biodégradable à partir de déchets agro-industriels. L’entreprise utilise des noyaux d’avocat pour fabriquer des couverts et des pailles qui sont composés à 70 % de biomasse, sont particulièrement solides, conviennent pour […]
Einem Bericht von Forbes zufolge ist ein nachhaltiges und innovatives Unternehmen namens BIOFASE mit Sitz in Morelia, Mexiko, führend bei der Herstellung von biologisch abbaubarem Kunststoff aus agroindustriellen Abfällen. Das Unternehmen verwendet Avocadokerne zur Herstellung von Besteck und Strohhalmen, die zu 70 Prozent aus Biomasse bestehen, besonders stabil sind, sich für heiße und kalte Speisen […]
A sustainable and innovative company based in Morelia, Mexico, called BIOFASE, is leading the way in creating biodegradable plastic from agro-industrial waste, according to a report by Forbes. The company is utilizing avocado pits to create cutlery and straws containing 70 percent biomass content, which are extra strong, suitable for hot and cold food, and […]
