A plant-based diet or a plant-rich diet is a diet consisting mostly of foods derived from plants. The main idea is to make plant-based foods the central part of meals. This means focusing more on fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes, and avoiding animal-sourced foods. Interestingly, there are at least 4 types of plant-based diets: Flexitarian …
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Want to learn about sustainability, but don’t know where to start? Take these FREE Online Classes on Sustainability! UN SDG Learn Created by the United Nations, UN SDG: Learn is an initiative that aims to bring relevant and curated learning solutions on sustainable development. They offer facilitated e-learning courses, self-paced e-learning classes, and even book …
Minimalism and sustainability are two buzzwords we hear a lot. But what is minimalism exactly? Can minimalism help us achieve sustainability? Minimalism is a lifestyle that promotes living more by owning less. The idea is that by removing unnecessary clutter, we can focus more in building a life that truly matters to us. The practice of minimalism is incredibly eco-friendly. Choosing to buy less things and …
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The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live and work. It forced many of us to stay at home for our health and safety. As for the environment, researchers observed the mixed impacts of COVID-19. While the pandemic reduced greenhouse gas emissions, it was only temporary according to the United Nations Environment Programme. …
According to the UN’s Global E-waste Monitor 2020 report, there were 53.6 million metric tonnes (Mt) of electronic waste worldwide in 2019. E-waste is said to be the world’s fastest growing domestic waste stream given higher consumption rates of electric and electronic equipment (EEE) globally. By 2030, experts estimate that the amount of e-waste in …
Documentaries are a great way to learn about the environment. They tackle critical issues with varied and well-researched sources. They are in-depth and informative. They use powerful imagery to captivate a wide range of audiences. And they are stories told by real people – giving us a glimpse of a world beyond us. The good …
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The sun is a powerful energy resource. The Earth receives a lot of solar power. According to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a total of 173,000 terawatts (trillions of watts) of solar energy hit the Earth continuously. This amount is 10,000 times more power than the planet’s total energy use! There is so much potential …
Not all beauty products are created equal. They all differ in ingredients, the process of how they are manufactured, and who makes them. According to the Australian Academy of Science, we can find about 15 to 50 ingredients in a typical cosmetic product. With thousands of different brands on the market, it can be overwhelming …
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According to the United Nations Environment Program, buildings and their construction generate 39% of energy-related carbon dioxide emissions annually. Because buildings on average last for 50 to 60 years, this means that the buildings we have today will continue to generate a significant amount of emissions if we don’t change the way we build and …
