Tires May Soon Be Made With Wood Instead of Oil in Bid for Sustainability
80% of tires are made up of oil-based ingredients, but this tire maker is working to change that with a more sustainable substitution.
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World's Toughest Climate Policy Poised to Be Passed With Widespread Political Support
The climate policy received enthusiastic support from all but one of the political parties currently represented in parliament.
California Slashes Emissions to 1990s Level, Reaches Climate Goal Years Early
Additionally, Califonia is currently maintaining the most ambitious carbon goal in North America.
Sweden to Reach Its 2030 Renewable Energy Goal This Year!
Thanks to a surge in wind power, the Nordic country is over a decade ahead of schedule for its renewable energy targets.
23-Year-old Invents Method to Break Down Unrecyclable Plastic Film into Valuable Liquids
Not a lot of this type of plastic is actually recycled – but a 23-year-old college student has found a simple way to turn it all into essential liquid.
In 'Unprecedented' Show of Responsibility, the Next Olympics Win Gold for Being Green
The 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games are going to be greener than ever before in an "unprecedented" push to be better for the planet and its people.
New Family of Enzymes Could Transform Common Plant Waste into Fuel and Biodegradable Plastic
The breakthrough means that we may soon be able to turn simple sticks and leaves into nylon and durable materials.
The City of London Will Be Powered By 100% Renewable Energy Starting in October
According to a statement from the city, London will be transforming the way that their infrastructure consumes and sources their energy.
Rooftop Panels of Tiny Plants Can Cleanse Polluted Air at 100 Times the Rate of a Single Tree
In a "world first," scientists are installing panels of microplants to clean up London air pollution with stunning efficiency.
Guinness is Ditching Plastic Packaging From Its Beer Packs
The beloved Irish beer brand will soon be eliminating all single-use plastic packaging from its beer packs in favor of biodegradable alternatives.
First Marathon to Swap Plastic Bottles for Biodegradable Pouches Made Out of Plants
Rather than handing out water bottles, a UK marathon handed out these cheap little pouches that are biodegradable and totally edible.
World's First Fully 3D-Printed Electric Motorbike Even Comes With Airless Tires
Apart from the electronics, this sleek new form of sustainable travel was created entirely using a 3D-printer.
Inexpensive 'First-of-its-Kind' Device Can Generate Electricity From Snowfall
Over 30% of the Earth's surface is covered in snow every winter - and now, this inexpensive new device could use it to generate electricity.
Researchers Create 'First-of-its-Kind' Roadmap for Saving Earth From Climate Change Years Before 2050 Deadline
This groundbreaking report is one of the first global roadmaps for how the world can stop climate change - and it's apparently quite cost-effective, too.
Renewable Energy Now Accounts for One-Third of Global Power Capacity, Says New Report
This exciting new international report says that all around the globe countries are shifting faster and faster towards sustainable renewable energy.
Patagonia is Now Making Sustainable Beer in Order to Show Other Brewers How It's Done
In addition to running a sustainable clothing company, Patagonia is now making sustainable beer as well – and they hope brewers will soon follow suit.
This is the First City in the World to Install Wireless Electric Charging System for Taxis
Rather than wasting time trying to find and use charging stations, drivers will soon be able to power up their vehicles without having to plug anything in.
One of the Largest Native American Tribes Has Just Voted to End Their 100-Year Dependency on Coal
Immediately after rejecting the acquisition of an Arizona coal mine, the Navajo Council announced their new dedication to renewable energy.
7-Year-Old Sea Turtle Activist Convinces L.L. Bean to Change Company Policy
When a little boy discovered he could only get a plastic straw at the LL Bean store, he wrote the CEO a letter and changed company policy.
City in England Has Finally Achieved its Goal of Becoming the World's First 'Sustainable Palm Oil City'
Over the course of the last few years, dozens of organizations have ensured that all of their products and goods come from sustainable palm oil sources.
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