Instead of Paper, These Sturdy, Biodegradable Plates Are Made From Leaves
Want to have an environmentally-friendly picnic? These disposable plates made out of leaves are waterproof, biodegradable, and sustainably sourced.
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Colombia's Top Court Orders Government to Protect Amazon in Landmark Case Initiated by Youth
In a historic gesture of justice, the Supreme Court sided with a group of youngsters who were suing the government for their failure to curb deforestation.
One of the World's Toughest Ivory Bans is Set to Be Approved With Overwhelming Support to Save Elephants
Over 88% of the public were in favor of the ivory ban designed to save elephants.
Solar Power Breaks Even More Records in 2017
According to this international report on solar energy, the world is headed towards a very bright future.
Company Recycles Cigarette Butts and Turns Them into Useful Things Instead
This New Jersey company specializes in "recycling the unrecyclable" – including cigarettes butts (and you can help them out, too).
This Pollution-Gobbling City Bench Can Absorb as Many Toxins as 275 Trees
The CityTree is so much more than just a park bench – and it has already been installed in five major cities.
Trio of Nations Sign Landmark Agreement to Protect World's Largest Tropical Wetland
Three South American countries have agreed to share the responsibility of preserving 42 million acres of wildlife habitat and biodiversity for years to come.
Rats Are Saving Elephants From Hidden Landmines on Their Migration Routes
These clever little critters are going to help save endangered species by sniffing out bombs across the densest minefield in Africa.
First Vending Machine For the Homeless to Launch in the UK
Depending on the success of this machine in Nottingham, Action Hunger plans on rolling out several more across the UK in the coming months.
Parents Now Spend Twice as Much Time With Their Children as 50 Years Ago
These ten countries all showed that moms and dads alike are spending more time with their kids – except for France.
Astronaut is First to Specifically Contribute to Wikipedia From Space
Italian astronaut Paolo Nespoli contributed a piece of content specifically for the online encyclopedia – all while he was aboard the ISS.
To Celebrate Year of the Dog, Google's Street Perspective Adds 'Pup View' Feature
The city workers responsible for "Pup View" hope that the fun feature will help bring in more tourism.
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