The Public Interest Network’s Environment America and U.S. PIRG are working on multiple campaigns to help America get through the coronavirus pandemic as quickly and safely as possible.

Of course there's nothing like the real thing, but BioUrban - an artificial tree -can suck up to as much air pollution as 368 real trees. Follow the van as we road trip to California! Electric vehicle technology experiences a breakthrough: Researchers in China recently announced a breakthrough in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Let's end the year with a bang and begin 2020 on a positive note. This biodegradable plastic serves as a great sustainable alternative to plastic.

Scientist In Mexico Created Biodegradable Plastic From Prickly Pear Cactus, The new plastic created from Prickly Pear Cactus breaks down within a month of being in soil and disintegrates in water after only a few days! •  resources to help you create a cleaner, greener future.

While the purpose of the agreement is to reduce waste and litter, the new regulation could potentially save the E.U. The increase is due to on-the-ground conservation efforts also making the mountain gorilla the most protected species on the planet. “Then, global emissions dropped immensely for a year,” says Pongratz.

This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. On January 18, the European Union voted on and confirmed and agreement to introduce restrictions on the use of single-use plastics like cutlery, plates and straws.

The black melanistic cat, characterized by a surplus of pigment (think the opposite of albinism), was seen on camera. Current Biology. The drones shoot pre-germinated seed pods to the ground and are estimated to cost around the same as an average sapling. Endangered pygmy hippo born in Boston zoo: Boston’s Franklin Park Zoo announced the birth of a pygmy hippopotamus this week. Ethiopia's Massive Tree Planting Initiative.

The World's Oldest Fossil Forest Discovered in New York.

Local transportation and climate measures win big on 2020 ballot. The company is aiming to develop a zero-emissions plane that could enter commercial service by 2035.... Linggas tanks have begun capturing and purifying waste nitrous oxide gas from the Henan Shenma Nylon Chemical Company in central China. Friday, November 6, 2020 .

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Today, GSK has announced ambitious new environmental sustainability goals in both climate and nature, aiming to have a net zero impact on climate and a net positive impact on nature by 2030. This is the only great ape population that is growing. The proposal, which received the support of 67 percent of the votes cast, comes at a time when the company is under scrutiny for its tissue sourcing from the Canadian boreal forest. 9 min read.

We're happy to hear more of them are out and about! The fuel that is made from the FastOx technology is reportedly 20 times cleaner than California fuel standards. Historically, the corporation’s high-profile Charmin, Bounty and Puffs brands have relied on virgin wood fibers in their product, which leads to unnecessary logging in the Canadian boreal forest, an important carbon sink and home to caribou, lynx and more.

The Grantham Environmental Trust and Ocean Visions Announce: Scientists Turn Plastic into Hydrogen by Microwaving It, 17 States Sue to Stop Trump Admin Attack on Endangered Species Act, Trump’s Offshore Oil-Drilling Plan Sidelined Indefinitely, As Democrats Unveil Ambitious Climate Goals, House Lawmakers Press For Green Stimulus, World’s local governments rally in California to fight climate change.

Playing In A Natural Environment Boosts A Kid’s Immune System Within... New York Will Finally Enforce Its Plastic Bag Ban, Japan vows to become carbon neutral by 2050, Maryland Will Be First State to Ban Foam Food Containers, TREESON: An Eco-Musical Written to Help Inspire People Toward Action. The hackers demanded that the band pay a $150,000 ransom or else they would release the recordings online. However, a study from the University of Washington’s School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences which was published in November revealed that the species’ population has now rebounded to 25,000 once more. New legislation in the Big Apple known as the "Climate Mobilization Act" was passed in April to radically change what the city is doing to fight climate change. That ballot measure gives the green light to Project Connect, a major investment in public transportation.

For Immediate Release. This  technology would drastically reduce charging wait times, which would make it much easier for these vehicles to overcome their current common range of 300 miles -- a factor that’s been seen as a barrier to EVs’ widespread adoption. This website uses cookies to improve your experience.

The scientists reported they’ve developed EV batteries capable of being charged in less than 10 minutes. 1 Trillion Trees Could Save the Planet Scientists have always speculated about how trees can help end the current climate crisis, but the question has always been how many.

Single Foster Dad Adopts 5 Siblings So They Won’t Have to Be Apart Like He Was in His Childhood, Grave of 9,000-Year-old Skilled Huntress Found in the Peruvian Andes, Changing the Stereotype of “Man the Hunter”, Man Gets Engaged to Woman He Traveled 4,000 Miles to Meet–After She Liked a Photo of His Chubby Cat, Global Program Dramatically Cuts Childhood Hepatitis B Cases By 80% Worldwide–With Less Than 1% to Go, Watch Teen’s Graduation Advice For The Class of 2020 That Won 1st Prize in Global Competition: ‘We got this!’, Tim Shriver Debuts 24-Hour Streaming Show to Unite the World – Good News Gurus Ep. Students will learn about the U.N.

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Prince William and the Earthshot Prize – The Happy Eco News Blog, West Coast Salmon planning 50,000 MT land-based salmon farm in Nevada, USA, How To Have Your Solar Farm And Keep Your Regular Farm, Too, Falcons, the ‘Top Gun’ of the Skies, Are Helping Farmers Scare Away Pests, Electric cars ‘as cheap to manufacture’ as regular models by 2024, Car design is about to change forever. And while we all know that there is much to be concerned about when it comes to nature, it's worth taking stock of the GOOD things too. Additionally, all of the gases that are generated by the chemical process are captured for reuse—for instance, to replace fossil fuels that power airplanes or for use as fertilizer, hydrogen, or ethanol. Environment America is part of The Public Interest Network, which operates and supports organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change. Going into effect in early spring 2022, the new law will ban single-use plastics bags and polystyrene; restrict straws to on-request only; and phase out paper bags at larger grocery stores. Millions of people gathered (and are still gathering) around the world to urge government leaders to start taking action towards reducing fossil fuel emissions and creating more sustainable economies.

Intense pressure from the whaling industry in the early 1900s saw the western South Atlantic population of humpbacks diminish to only 450 whales, after approximately 25,000 of the mammals were hunted within 12 years. Good News. When I think about my journey to sustainability awareness, the word “teacher” springs forth. The park not only boasts beautiful scenic lands it also features the most fossilized footprints from the Ice Age in the world.

With more than 2 billion catholics around the world, the Pope's reach and influence is undeniable, and having him as an ally of climate activism is more than welcome. In 2019, we've helped improve orca habitats, empower women in Rwanda, regrow California, and complete or initiate many other powerful projects.

“Transportation and climate action won big on the ballot this election,” said Matt Casale, U.S. PIRG’s Environment Campaigns director. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.

Back in January 2018, I had no idea whether I’d even find enough positive stories for this to actually survive. Between eye opening new studies, record breaking reforestation initiatives, worldwide climate action, and major strides for wildlife, there is a lot to celebrate if you're an optimist. Over the course of the next 25 years, the thermal energy tank is expected to save $100 million in air conditioning costs and dramatically reduce the school’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to school representatives. After 40 years of research and conservation efforts, the Tanzanian government has created a new national park that will protect the habitat of numerous rare species of plants and wildlife, including the endangered Udzungwa Red Colobus monkey and Verdcourt’s Polyalthia tree. Touring for the better part of a year means a lot flights, driving, and waste, so the members of Coldplay are looking into how they can eliminate plastic waste and use renewable energy to power their shows.

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After President Joko Widodo issued a permanent extension, new permits cannot be issued for logging, timber, or palm plantations. Back in January 2018, I had no idea whether I’d even find enough positive stories for this to actually survive. We are thrilled that New Jersey can be a national leader in reducing single-use waste.”.

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For Immediate Release. According to a historic study that was published by the Crowther Lab of ETH Zurich back in July, around 0.9 billion hectares (2.2 billion acres) of land worldwide would be suitable for reforestation, which could ultimately capture two thirds of human-made carbon emissions.