#environmental-impact
#environmental-impact

Cars

Yes, Lego car!': why small electric cars could be about to break the grip of SUVs

Microlino electric car by Micro stands out among SUVs, highlighting the demand for larger cars despite environmental concerns. [ more ]

#climate-change

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US news

Vermont becomes 1st state to require oil companies to pay for climate change damages

Vermont enacts a law where fossil fuel companies must pay for climate damages, even as the Governor voices concern about the costs. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

OMG science

Dead Monkeys Are Falling From Trees Amid Brutal Heat in Mexico

Global temperatures endanger wildlife, as shown by howler monkey deaths in Mexico. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Winters in UK and Ireland are becoming even wetter due to climate crisis

Human-induced climate change intensifies rainfall in the UK and Ireland, leading to severe storms, floods, and damages. [ more ]

ProPublica

OMG science

Climate Crisis Is on Track to Push One-Third of Humanity Out of Its Most Livable Environment

More than 600 million people are already living outside a crucial climate niche due to shifting environmental conditions towards the poles. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

California

California's water tunnel to cost $20 billion, state officials say the benefits are worth it

California administration estimates a $20.1 billion cost for a single water tunnel project, aimed at improving water storage for longer droughts caused by climate change. [ more ]

Mail Online

California

America's 'climate warrior' state is home most polluted cites

California, home to climate leaders, faces high pollution levels due to multiple sources like agriculture and oil industry. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

Vermont becomes 1st state to require oil companies to pay for climate change damages

Vermont enacts a law where fossil fuel companies must pay for climate damages, even as the Governor voices concern about the costs. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

OMG science

Dead Monkeys Are Falling From Trees Amid Brutal Heat in Mexico

Global temperatures endanger wildlife, as shown by howler monkey deaths in Mexico. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Winters in UK and Ireland are becoming even wetter due to climate crisis

Human-induced climate change intensifies rainfall in the UK and Ireland, leading to severe storms, floods, and damages. [ more ]

ProPublica

OMG science

Climate Crisis Is on Track to Push One-Third of Humanity Out of Its Most Livable Environment

More than 600 million people are already living outside a crucial climate niche due to shifting environmental conditions towards the poles. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

California

California's water tunnel to cost $20 billion, state officials say the benefits are worth it

California administration estimates a $20.1 billion cost for a single water tunnel project, aimed at improving water storage for longer droughts caused by climate change. [ more ]

Mail Online

California

America's 'climate warrior' state is home most polluted cites

California, home to climate leaders, faces high pollution levels due to multiple sources like agriculture and oil industry. [ more ]

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Harvard Business Review

Marketing

The Strategic Advantage Omnichannel Retailers Have Over Amazon

Omnichannel retailers could gain $100 billion market share from Amazon by informing consumers about delivery impacts. [ more ]

#electric-vehicles

TESLARATI

Left-wing politics

Tesla's Elon Musk calls out President Joe Biden for caring about the wrong thing

Elon Musk criticizes President Biden's emphasis on unionization over environmental benefits in the electric vehicle sector. [ more ]

Futurism

Cars

Electric Cars Are Twice as Likely to Hit Pedestrians, Researchers Find

Electric and hybrid vehicles, though beneficial to the environment due to fewer emissions, are more likely to hit pedestrians than fossil fuel vehicles due to their quieter engines in urban areas. [ more ]

InsideEVs

Cars

2024 Volkswagen ID.4: EPA Range, Energy Consumption And Price Comparison

The 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 lineup includes various versions with different battery capacities and driving ranges, showcasing improvements in efficiency and range compared to the previous model year. [ more ]

TESLARATI

Left-wing politics

Tesla's Elon Musk calls out President Joe Biden for caring about the wrong thing

Elon Musk criticizes President Biden's emphasis on unionization over environmental benefits in the electric vehicle sector. [ more ]

Futurism

Cars

Electric Cars Are Twice as Likely to Hit Pedestrians, Researchers Find

InsideEVs

Cars

2024 Volkswagen ID.4: EPA Range, Energy Consumption And Price Comparison

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SFGATE

Education

Thousands of students trashed a California lake last weekend

College students from UC Davis and the University of Oregon left a significant amount of trash at Shasta Lake, impacting fish, wildlife, and the recreation experience for others. [ more ]

#water-pollution

SFGATE

OMG science

Troubled California lake turns so green it's visible from space

Toxic blue-green algae blooms are increasing in Clear Lake, California, posing health risks to humans and animals. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

Blue-green algae get a bad press but we owe a debt of gratitude

Cyanobacteria are ancient organisms that played a crucial role in creating the oxygen-rich atmosphere and enabling life on Earth to flourish. [ more ]

SFGATE

OMG science

Troubled California lake turns so green it's visible from space

Toxic blue-green algae blooms are increasing in Clear Lake, California, posing health risks to humans and animals. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

Blue-green algae get a bad press but we owe a debt of gratitude

Cyanobacteria are ancient organisms that played a crucial role in creating the oxygen-rich atmosphere and enabling life on Earth to flourish. [ more ]

morewater-pollution

www.mercurynews.com

Cars

What is a catalytic converter and why do people keep stealing them?

Theft of catalytic converters remains stunningly frequent, with valuable metals like platinum, palladium, and rhodium inside attracting desperate criminals. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Cars

Larry Magid: How to manage an EV battery

Understanding the battery chemistry of EVs, like Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) and different configurations such as nickel, manganese, and cobalt (NMC) vs. lithium iron phosphate (LFP), is crucial for maintenance and longevity. [ more ]

futurism.com

Science

Japanese Scientists Show Off World's First Wooden Satellite

The world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, made of magnolia wood, could revolutionize space sustainability efforts by burning up entirely upon reentry, reducing environmental impact. [ more ]

#data-centers

ITPro

Data science

Why efficiency lies at the heart of business success

Efficiency leads to success in sports and business, emphasizing attention to detail for improvement. [ more ]

The Verge

Artificial intelligence

Google plans to to reuse heat after expanding a data center for AI

Google invests €1 billion in Finland data center expansion to support AI and address environmental impact by reusing server heat. [ more ]

ITPro

Data science

Why efficiency lies at the heart of business success

Efficiency leads to success in sports and business, emphasizing attention to detail for improvement. [ more ]

The Verge

Artificial intelligence

Google plans to to reuse heat after expanding a data center for AI

Google invests €1 billion in Finland data center expansion to support AI and address environmental impact by reusing server heat. [ more ]

moredata-centers

#conservation

www.mercurynews.com

OMG science

Pelicans are starving. We might know why

Emaciated brown pelicans are turning up far from their ocean home due to a broken link in the food chain, with wildlife centers treating them at a high cost. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

OMG science

Bay Area nature challenge with California Academy of Sciences turns into global competition

City Nature Challenge is an international competition to photograph and identify plant and animal species, promoting community science and conservation efforts. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

OMG science

Pelicans are starving. We might know why

Emaciated brown pelicans are turning up far from their ocean home due to a broken link in the food chain, with wildlife centers treating them at a high cost. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

OMG science

Bay Area nature challenge with California Academy of Sciences turns into global competition

City Nature Challenge is an international competition to photograph and identify plant and animal species, promoting community science and conservation efforts. [ more ]

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#research-findings

Austin Monitor

Austin

Leaking city pipes appear to be drought-proofing some Austin trees - Austin Monitor

Leaks in Austin's water system are benefiting trees along Waller Creek, making them more drought-resistant. [ more ]

Futurism

OMG science

Whoever Figures Out How to Remove Microplastics From the Human Body Is Going to Make a Fortune

Microplastics are increasingly found in human bodies and could have harmful effects, prompting the need for effective removal methods. [ more ]

www.scientificamerican.com

OMG science

Human and Dog Testicles May Be Full of Plastic. Could That Affect Fertility?

Microplastics from plastics we use daily impact human health, including reproductive organs like testicles and placenta, potentially leading to harmful health effects. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

OMG science

Light pollution is a risk factor for various illnesses: We're facing a global threat'

Light pollution is a growing environmental problem impacting visibility of the night sky. [ more ]

Austin Monitor

Austin

Leaking city pipes appear to be drought-proofing some Austin trees - Austin Monitor

Leaks in Austin's water system are benefiting trees along Waller Creek, making them more drought-resistant. [ more ]

Futurism

OMG science

Whoever Figures Out How to Remove Microplastics From the Human Body Is Going to Make a Fortune

Microplastics are increasingly found in human bodies and could have harmful effects, prompting the need for effective removal methods. [ more ]

www.scientificamerican.com

OMG science

Human and Dog Testicles May Be Full of Plastic. Could That Affect Fertility?

Microplastics from plastics we use daily impact human health, including reproductive organs like testicles and placenta, potentially leading to harmful health effects. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

OMG science

Light pollution is a risk factor for various illnesses: We're facing a global threat'

Light pollution is a growing environmental problem impacting visibility of the night sky. [ more ]

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#sustainability

Exchangewire

Marketing

Global Sustaintech Platform IMPACT+ Hires Converteo's Severine Loeuille to Lead Marketing Team - ExchangeWire.com

Digital advertising contributes significantly to global GHG emissions. [ more ]

www.npr.org

Writing

What's better for the climate: A paper book, or an e-reader?

Traditional print book publishing has a high carbon footprint, with the industry focusing on improving sustainability but still causing significant environmental impact. [ more ]

Earth911

OMG science

Earth911 Inspiration: We Can Do Something About Ignorance

Plastic pollution in seawater is a pervasive issue needing awareness and action for restoration and a sustainable future. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Design

Recyclable stool made from potato scraps and sawdust can be used for firewood - Yanko Design

Sustainability in design often overlooks end-of-life product management. Circular economy design considers reusing materials in new products, reducing waste. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

2 months ago

Digital life

From saving money to being more environmentally friendly: five reasons to buy a refurbished smartphone

Choosing a refurbished smartphone can help reduce carbon footprint and support sustainability. [ more ]

Earth911

Food & drink

Cutting Carbon From Your Vegetarian Diet

Eating vegetables is beneficial for health and the environment. [ more ]

Exchangewire

Marketing

Global Sustaintech Platform IMPACT+ Hires Converteo's Severine Loeuille to Lead Marketing Team - ExchangeWire.com

Digital advertising contributes significantly to global GHG emissions. [ more ]

www.npr.org

Writing

What's better for the climate: A paper book, or an e-reader?

Traditional print book publishing has a high carbon footprint, with the industry focusing on improving sustainability but still causing significant environmental impact. [ more ]

Earth911

OMG science

Earth911 Inspiration: We Can Do Something About Ignorance

Plastic pollution in seawater is a pervasive issue needing awareness and action for restoration and a sustainable future. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Design

Recyclable stool made from potato scraps and sawdust can be used for firewood - Yanko Design

Sustainability in design often overlooks end-of-life product management. Circular economy design considers reusing materials in new products, reducing waste. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

2 months ago

Digital life

From saving money to being more environmentally friendly: five reasons to buy a refurbished smartphone

Choosing a refurbished smartphone can help reduce carbon footprint and support sustainability. [ more ]

Earth911

Food & drink

Cutting Carbon From Your Vegetarian Diet

Eating vegetables is beneficial for health and the environment. [ more ]

moresustainability

#tech-industry

Truthout

Black Lives Matter

US's Electric Vehicle Boom Is Deepening the Suffering in the Congo

Exploitation of miners in the Congo for cobalt used in tech industries exposes human rights abuses and environmental impact. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

Artificial intelligence

Why data centers want to have their own nuclear reactors

AI industry's energy consumption will lead to an energy crisis, requiring advancements in sustainable power sources like nuclear energy. [ more ]

Truthout

Black Lives Matter

US's Electric Vehicle Boom Is Deepening the Suffering in the Congo

Exploitation of miners in the Congo for cobalt used in tech industries exposes human rights abuses and environmental impact. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

Artificial intelligence

Why data centers want to have their own nuclear reactors

AI industry's energy consumption will lead to an energy crisis, requiring advancements in sustainable power sources like nuclear energy. [ more ]

moretech-industry

#climate-crisis

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

Humanity's survival is still within our grasp just. But only if we take these radical steps | David King

Climate crisis escalating: Polar ice loss accelerating, extreme events intensifying, urgent action imperative. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

I am starting to panic about my child's future': climate scientists wary of starting families

Some female climate experts have chosen to have no children or fewer children due to environmental crises. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

Humanity's survival is still within our grasp just. But only if we take these radical steps | David King

Climate crisis escalating: Polar ice loss accelerating, extreme events intensifying, urgent action imperative. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

I am starting to panic about my child's future': climate scientists wary of starting families

Some female climate experts have chosen to have no children or fewer children due to environmental crises. [ more ]

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#marine-life

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OMG science

Mysterious Surge in Bay Area Sea Lion Pup Deaths Stumps Researchers

The mysterious deaths of sea lion pups along the West Coast are concerning scientists, who are exploring potential causes such as toxins, diseases, and environmental shifts. [ more ]

Natural Health News

Alternative medicine

Eco-friendly plastics not working: Biodegradable substances still harming ocean life

Biodegradable plastics may not be the ultimate solution to plastic pollution, as they still harm marine life. [ more ]

sfist.com

OMG science

Mysterious Surge in Bay Area Sea Lion Pup Deaths Stumps Researchers

The mysterious deaths of sea lion pups along the West Coast are concerning scientists, who are exploring potential causes such as toxins, diseases, and environmental shifts. [ more ]

Natural Health News

Alternative medicine

Eco-friendly plastics not working: Biodegradable substances still harming ocean life

Biodegradable plastics may not be the ultimate solution to plastic pollution, as they still harm marine life. [ more ]

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Fast Company

OMG science

California 'cloud brightening study' isn't a health risk, a new report confirms

The study on cloud brightening in Alameda, California, was halted but later deemed safe for the community, focusing on studying saltwater particles' atmospheric movement. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

OMG science

Delta pumps likely killed over half a million fish in two decades. This year was extra deadly

John E. Skinner Delta Fish Protective Facility aims to save fish drawn into danger by water pumps in California since 1968. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

Canada news

Ottawa removes regulatory red tape for Trans Mountain pipeline | CBC News

Canada is changing management of Trans Mountain pipeline to facilitate Indigenous ownership and economic participation. [ more ]

#microplastics

www.npr.org

US news

Plastic junk? Researchers find tiny particles in men's testicles

Microplastics found in human testicles raise concerns about potential health effects. [ more ]

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OMG science

Microplastics found in every human testicle tested in new study

Microplastics found in human testicles, impact on health and fertility raises concerns. [ more ]

www.npr.org

US news

Plastic junk? Researchers find tiny particles in men's testicles

Microplastics found in human testicles raise concerns about potential health effects. [ more ]

PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

OMG science

Microplastics found in every human testicle tested in new study

Microplastics found in human testicles, impact on health and fertility raises concerns. [ more ]

moremicroplastics

TESLARATI

Cars

Tesla police fleet is saving taxpayers $80k per year on fuel costs: report

The town of Bargersville's fleet of Tesla police cars is saving taxpayers money through significant fuel cost savings. [ more ]

High Country News

Dining

Caminos ilegales alrededor del Lago Mead plantean nuevo peligro para el medio ambiente - High Country News

Illegal roads have been a longstanding issue around Lake Mead due to dropping water levels and challenges in establishing new official access points. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

London

Dunkirk spirit': convoy of Ulez scrappage scheme vehicles arrives in Ukraine from London

Support to Ukraine through London's Ulez program with donated vehicles is aiding medical and humanitarian efforts near the frontline. [ more ]

#freeway-widening

Streetsblog

California

CA Will Continue to Undermine its Climate Goals by Widening Highways - Streetsblog California

Approval of the freeway widening project despite objections underlines a focus on reducing congestion over other environmental impacts. [ more ]

Streetsblog

California

Midweek Call to Action: Stop More Freeway Widening, Stop Cuts to Bike/Walk Projects - Streetsblog San Francisco

Advocacy groups urge action to stop freeway widening and prevent cuts to active transportation funds in California. [ more ]

Streetsblog

California

CA Will Continue to Undermine its Climate Goals by Widening Highways - Streetsblog California

Approval of the freeway widening project despite objections underlines a focus on reducing congestion over other environmental impacts. [ more ]

Streetsblog

California

Midweek Call to Action: Stop More Freeway Widening, Stop Cuts to Bike/Walk Projects - Streetsblog San Francisco

Advocacy groups urge action to stop freeway widening and prevent cuts to active transportation funds in California. [ more ]

morefreeway-widening

www.mercurynews.com

Education

Trees, not asphalt: The $1 billion effort to build cooler' California school playgrounds

Providing more green spaces on school playgrounds can help lower temperatures and prevent burns, positively impacting students' health. [ more ]

#regulations

The Cool Down

Marketing

Woman calls out 'strange' Shell video ads using tobacco marketing techniques: 'So dystopian'

Big oil companies like Shell use influencer marketing and emotional appeals to disguise environmental impacts, drawing parallels to tobacco advertising regulations. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Cars

Air regulators ding California Tesla factory over air pollution

Tesla's manufacturing plant in California has faced over 110 air quality violations since 2019, highlighting concerns over public health risks and environmental impact. [ more ]

The Cool Down

Marketing

Woman calls out 'strange' Shell video ads using tobacco marketing techniques: 'So dystopian'

Big oil companies like Shell use influencer marketing and emotional appeals to disguise environmental impacts, drawing parallels to tobacco advertising regulations. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Cars

Air regulators ding California Tesla factory over air pollution

Tesla's manufacturing plant in California has faced over 110 air quality violations since 2019, highlighting concerns over public health risks and environmental impact. [ more ]

moreregulations

#sustainable-design

Medium

Web design

Is the planet the missing member of your project team?

Setting a climate budget for website projects can guide towards a smaller carbon footprint through optimizing page weight and design choices. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Web design

Trashboard is a more sustainable skateboard that uses recycled aircraft carbon - Yanko Design

Sustainable skateboard design involves innovative use of recycled materials like the Trashboard, crafted with upcycled carbon and compressed recycled cardboard. [ more ]

Medium

Web design

Is the planet the missing member of your project team?

Setting a climate budget for website projects can guide towards a smaller carbon footprint through optimizing page weight and design choices. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Web design

Trashboard is a more sustainable skateboard that uses recycled aircraft carbon - Yanko Design

Sustainable skateboard design involves innovative use of recycled materials like the Trashboard, crafted with upcycled carbon and compressed recycled cardboard. [ more ]

moresustainable-design

#water-supply

Sacramento Bee

California

Price tag for California's controversial Delta tunnel project increases by $4 billion

The cost of California's Delta Conveyance tunnel project increased by over $4 billion to $20.1 billion. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

California

Newsom administration unveils new $20-billion cost estimate for delta water tunnel

The estimated cost of building the water tunnel beneath the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta has risen to $20.1 billion. [ more ]

SFGATE

California

A huge California reservoir just hit 100% of its total capacity

Lake Oroville in California is at full capacity due to a stormy spring, benefiting water supply for millions and the environment. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

Price tag for California's controversial Delta tunnel project increases by $4 billion

The cost of California's Delta Conveyance tunnel project increased by over $4 billion to $20.1 billion. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

California

Newsom administration unveils new $20-billion cost estimate for delta water tunnel

The estimated cost of building the water tunnel beneath the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta has risen to $20.1 billion. [ more ]

SFGATE

California

A huge California reservoir just hit 100% of its total capacity

Lake Oroville in California is at full capacity due to a stormy spring, benefiting water supply for millions and the environment. [ more ]

morewater-supply

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Why Some New York City Residents Are Suing Over Congestion Pricing

Kathryn Freed, previously in support of congestion pricing, is now opposing a program that will charge tolls to drive into Manhattan below 60th Street, fearing increased traffic and pollution in neighborhoods. [ more ]

#tesla

Fast Company

Cars

Tesla sued in California again over plant's harmful emissions

Tesla is being sued for violating the Clean Air Act by emitting harmful pollutants from its Fremont, California plant. [ more ]

Futurism

Cars

Protesters Break Fence, Swarm Tesla Gigafactory

Protests erupted at a German Tesla Gigafactory over expansion plans, highlighting tensions between environmental concerns and commercial success. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Cars

Protesters attempt to storm Tesla's factory near Berlin DW 05/10/2024

Tesla faced protests for environmental impact in Germany. [ more ]

TESLARATI

Berlin

Tesla Giga Berlin protests impact production schedule

Protesters impact Tesla's Gigafactory Berlin production schedule, leading to a four-day closure and restrictions on site access. [ more ]

Fast Company

Cars

Tesla sued in California again over plant's harmful emissions

Tesla is being sued for violating the Clean Air Act by emitting harmful pollutants from its Fremont, California plant. [ more ]

Futurism

Cars

Protesters Break Fence, Swarm Tesla Gigafactory

Protests erupted at a German Tesla Gigafactory over expansion plans, highlighting tensions between environmental concerns and commercial success. [ more ]

www.dw.com

Cars

Protesters attempt to storm Tesla's factory near Berlin DW 05/10/2024

Tesla faced protests for environmental impact in Germany. [ more ]

TESLARATI

Berlin

Tesla Giga Berlin protests impact production schedule

Protesters impact Tesla's Gigafactory Berlin production schedule, leading to a four-day closure and restrictions on site access. [ more ]

moretesla

Los Angeles Times

Science

SpaceX plans to launch 90 rockets from Vandenberg Space Force Base by 2026. Could that harm the coast?

SpaceX plans to triple rocket launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base by 2026, raising concerns over environmental impacts and community disruptions. [ more ]

#california

www.mercurynews.com

California

California moves closer to requiring new pollutant-warning labels for gas stoves

California Assembly approved labelling gas stoves with health hazard warnings to address respiratory issues, facing opposition advocating for improved ventilation. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

OMG science

Use solar power, kill a tortoise? Climate change solution carries environmental costs

Solar power is essential for climate change but must be strategically placed to avoid harm to ecosystems. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

California

California moves closer to requiring new pollutant-warning labels for gas stoves

California Assembly approved labelling gas stoves with health hazard warnings to address respiratory issues, facing opposition advocating for improved ventilation. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

OMG science

Use solar power, kill a tortoise? Climate change solution carries environmental costs

Solar power is essential for climate change but must be strategically placed to avoid harm to ecosystems. [ more ]

morecalifornia

www.dw.com

OMG science

Can we make deadly roads wildlife friendly? DW 05/14/2024

Volunteers like Laurie Speakman play a crucial role in salvaging roadkill to prevent waste and help those in need. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Left-wing politics

Trump pledges to scrap offshore wind projects on day one' of presidency

Trump threatens to immediately halt offshore wind projects if re-elected as US president, citing false claims about impact on whales and environment. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

OMG science

Hundreds of factory farms set up in UK in 5 years creating living hell for animals'

More than 200 factory farms established in the UK in five years, increasing animal suffering significantly. [ more ]

RealAgriculture.com

Canada news

Over $5.7 million announced for crop science research cluster

Promoting diverse crop rotations for resilience and profitability in Canadian agriculture. [ more ]

Social Media Today

Marketing

Snap Launches Program to Measure Carbon Emissions of Digital Ads

Snapchat partners with Scope3 to assess carbon footprint of ads, ranks as most efficient in category. [ more ]

Streetsblog

Cars

'Electric' Slide: Four Companies Seek Exemptions from 1972 Anti-Idling Law - Streetsblog New York City

Companies like Brinks, Garda, and IBI request to partially electrify fleets for idling exemptions, following Loomis. DEP shows willingness to reward fleet electrification. [ more ]

SFGATE

Science

New telescope proposal on Hawaii sacred volcano sparks opposition

The Haleakala volcano summit in Maui houses research facilities and observatories, including the U.S. military's Maui Space Surveillance Complex. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

'Fatberg' weighing the same as three double decker buses unblocked from east London sewer

The removal of a massive fatberg by Thames Water highlights the ongoing battle against these obstructions in sewers. [ more ]

Streetsblog

California

California Leaders Celebrate Ten Years of Climate Action - Streetsblog California

California's Cap-and-Trade Program raised over $28 billion in climate investments, benefiting various projects and creating jobs while making significant progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

France politics

Olympic torch to make 400 stops on path to Paris opening ceremony

One of the longest Olympic torch relays in history will take place in France with diverse participants and unique locations, facing criticism over costs and environmental impact. [ more ]

Mail Online

OMG science

Doctor reveals why he NEVER drinks from a plastic water bottle

Dr. Saurabh Sethi advocates against using plastic water bottles due to toxic nanoplastics, suggesting stainless steel containers instead. [ more ]

ITPro

Tech industry

Enterprise sustainability efforts mean pre-used hardware could be the key to reducing e-waste

A majority of IT leaders foresee a significant increase in pre-used laptops in enterprises by 2032, emphasizing the shift towards sustainable practices. [ more ]

Time Out London

London

The real-life Clockwork Orange estate in southeast London could be knocked down

Housing activists resisting demolition of iconic estate from 'A Clockwork Orange' film [ more ]

Heybike

Bicycling

Earth Day: Ride for a Greener Planet with Heybike

Riding an electric bike is a sustainable and impactful way to support Earth Day and reduce environmental impact. [ more ]

#plastic-waste

Fast Company

DevOps

Inside Seattle's attempts to embrace reusable packaging

Tailwind Cafe's reusable cup program aimed to reduce plastic waste but faced challenges like explaining the return system and technical issues. [ more ]

Ars Technica

OMG science

Researchers make a plastic that includes bacteria that can digest it

Plastic waste persists due to the lack of natural degradation agents, but evolution is introducing bacteria that can digest plastics. [ more ]

Fast Company

DevOps

Inside Seattle's attempts to embrace reusable packaging

Tailwind Cafe's reusable cup program aimed to reduce plastic waste but faced challenges like explaining the return system and technical issues. [ more ]

Ars Technica

OMG science

Researchers make a plastic that includes bacteria that can digest it

Plastic waste persists due to the lack of natural degradation agents, but evolution is introducing bacteria that can digest plastics. [ more ]

moreplastic-waste

Fast Company

Marketing

How Gen Z's contradictory values will reshape the travel industry

Gen Z spends more on travel, influenced by social media and concerned about environmental impact. [ more ]

Theregister

JavaScript

Vitrimer-based plastics promise more recyclable PCBs

Vitrimer could replace thermoset plastics in PCBs, offering better repairability and recyclability. [ more ]

Discerning Cyclist

Bicycling

10 Inspiring Reasons to Cycle to Work

Cycling to work offers fantastic health benefits, boosts productivity, reduces environmental impact, and is cost-effective. [ more ]

Fast Company

Marketing

Patagonia wants you to stop buying crap

The rise of fast fashion has led to low-quality, disposable products. Patagonia's film exposes overconsumption's impact while promoting its well-designed, high-quality clothing. [ more ]

Modern Farmer