Just Pinned to Renewable Energy: There is no doubt that we have to do a huge amount more to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. However, there are signs of hope. In 2017 50% of the UK's energy came from renewable sources. (ref Imperial.) #trvst #renewablenergy #climatechange #fossilfuelfree …

Just Pinned to Renewable Energy: Bio-energy is carbon neutral energy that we generate from agricultural residues and waste. In the past, we put this waste in a landfill or burnt it. However, when we burn it or allow it to ferment, it releases energy. It's not perfect as there are emissions. But…

Just Pinned to Environment: 1 in 7 people would choose not to fly because of climate change, Ipsos-World Economic Forum poll shows Travellers around the world are looking at the impact of their journeys, a new report shows. #environment #biodiversity https://ift.tt/2HNYfmt

Just Pinned to Climate Change: Why does the UN focus on climate-related security risks? | UNDP Climate-related disasters and extensive conflicts are on the rise and they affect human security and sustainable development. #renewableenergy #climatechange https://ift.tt/32yu1LQ

Just Pinned to Sustainable Living. Eco-Travel, Sustainable Fashion and Zero-Waste Living: Gift buying can be a challenge for anyone. Coming up with eco-friendly, plastic-free gift ideas is even more tasking once you attempt the search. As we celebrate special events and seasons with the people in…

Just Pinned to Renewable Energy, Our Transition to Clean Energy, Solar, Wind, Hydro and More: How climate change caused the world’s first ever empire to collapse Variations in stalagmite chemistry in an Iranian cave have now linked the collapse of the Akkadian Empire to climate changes more than…

Just Pinned to Mind & Body. Mindset, Mental Health, Wellbeing and the Pursuit of Purpose: ‎Alyssa Milano: Sorry Not Sorry: Dr. Sanjay Gupta: Marijuana, Mental Health, and Eliminating Stigma on Apple Podcasts ‎Show Alyssa Milano: Sorry Not Sorry, Ep Dr. Sanjay Gupta: Marijuana, Mental Health, and…

Just Pinned to Civil Society, Philanthropy, Social Innovation and Giving Back: In the UK, more than 320,000 people – equivalent to a city the size of Newcastle – are now sleeping rough (source Shelter). That’s a 134% increase since 2010. TRVST featured changemaker "Greater Change" has created a…

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: Canada has the worst fuel economy in the world. Here's why Average fuel consumption has actually risen since 2013 in Canada.  #environment #biodiversity https://ift.tt/2PLsron

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: Senegal is planting millions of mangrove trees to fight deforestation Senegal is home to around 185,000 hectares of mangrove estuaries in the Casamance and Sine Saloum regions. #environment #biodiversity…

Just Pinned to Civil Society, Philanthropy, Social Innovation and Giving Back: "If my fans want to do something for me when that time comes, I say, don't waste your money on me. Help the homeless. Help the needy... people who don't have no food... Instead of some big funeral, where they come from…

Just Pinned to Civil Society, Philanthropy, Social Innovation and Giving Back: "I always knew that I would give back. My mother and my father both believe you have to work hard and give back. That's why I was a volunteer firefighter, that's why I worked in a homeless shelter. I always knew I'd give…

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Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: Although exact numbers are hard to determine it is thought that there were over 200K wild lions in Africa 100 years ago. Today it is thought that there are less than 20,000. Lions have disappeared from around 16…

Just Pinned to Renewable Energy, Our Transition to Clean Energy, Solar, Wind, Hydro and More: In the U.S coal contributes 80% of the nations global warming emissions from power plants and still provides nearly half of the nation's electricity. Source: Union of Concerned Scientists …

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: The environment is now paying the price for our lack of care and consideration. Greenhouse gases are causing significant problems such as an increase in temperatures and melting ice caps. Since the industrial revolution, there has been an increase in the temperature…

Just Pinned to Renewable Energy, Our Transition to Clean Energy, Solar, Wind, Hydro and More: For the first time in 140 years, on the 21st April 2018, the UK didn’t burn coal 📷dominik_photography on unsplash #trvst #renewableenergy #cleanenergy #climatechange #greenenergy #cleanenergy #energy…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: Of all the renewable energy sources which currently exist, only solar exceeds any likely future demand. As long as the sun continues to burn, we can tap energy from it without depleting the source. Therefore, we cannot ignore the sun’s contribution to our energy…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: Most of us have heard of Bioenergy or biofuel. However, the majority of us might think that this is a modern form of energy. This could not be any further from the truth because the history of bioenergy dates back centuries #bioenergy #renewableenergy #cleanenergy…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur? If you are, then you’re probably already aware that there’s increasing pressure on businesses to up their game when it comes to sustainable practices. Good, reliable service is still expected, but it’s no longer enough…

Just Pinned to TRVST Projects: We transform refugees into entrepreneurs using FinTech. We custom-designed alternative finance-based services to support refugee communities to take ownership of their own lives. We are winners of the Infosys Challenge for Financial Inclusion at the UNICEF FinTech Jam…

Just Pinned to TRVST Changemakers: Zufi is the Co Founder of BizGees - a Social Impact Fintech transforming refugees into entrepreneurs. He was a member of the judging panel for the 2014 Sirius Programme organised by the UKTI. A Mass Challenge Business Mentor and a Judge on NYU Stern Entrepreneurs…

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: Philosophically considered, the universe is composed of Nature and the Soul. Strictly speaking, therefore, all that is separate from us, all which Philosophy distinguishes as the 'Not Me,' that is, both nature and…

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: "Mountains are earth's undecaying monuments." Nathaniel Hawthorne 📷nitishm on unsplash #trvst #nature #whatabeautifulworld #quote #wanderlust #landscape #outdoors #beauty #naturelovers #naturephotography…

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: The Amazon River Dolphin, also known as the pink dolphin, unusually only lives in fresh water. As of November 2018, the Dolphin has been listed as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. …

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: Many species of sea lion are endangered. In some areas, the population has been in recovery since around the year 2000. However due to changes in climate affecting the fish they eat they remain vulnerable. They can…

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: Around half a million Rhinos are said to have lived at the beginning of the 20th century. The Javan and Sumatran Rhino's in Asia are critically endangered. Poaching for their horns is the biggest threat. …

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: One in four species are now at risk of extinction - IPBED / UN #trvst #biodiversity #extinction #conservation #savetheplanet https://ift.tt/2ObdMka

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: "If the current destruction of the rainforest continues, then I have absolutely no hope that any orangutans will remain in the wild" - Alan Knight, Chief Executive, International Animal Rescue 📷sanderwehkamp on…

Just Pinned to Environment and Climate Change. Biodiversity, Nature and Our Planet: Today it is estimated that only about 3,800 tigers are left in the wild. Their population has declined 97% over the last 100 years. 📷 singh_ratanj on unsplash #trvst #biodiversity #extinction #nature…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: Any new parent will be keen to get their kids off to the best start. Yet if you look around many of the baby products out there plastic is everywhere. Being a parent and fighting plastic pollution as it turns out is not all that easy. Plastic nappies, bottles and…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: In our pursuit of cleaner living and less plastic waste, one member of the family or household can often be forgotten. Thus we've compiled 14 plastic-free gift ideas for pets, both cats and dogs.  #plasticfree #zerowaste #climatechange #reduceplastic…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: Does the special person in your life enjoy creating in the kitchen? Even if they aren’t quite ready for master chef, we’ve compiled a bunch of plastic-free gift ideas for home and kitchen. Give the gift of plastic-free to help cut down on plastic waste. #plasticfree…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: At TRVST believe we should all be thinking of gifting plastic-free. For the women in your life that deserves treating or recognising or just because we’ve compiled our top selection of plastic-free gift ideas for her.  # https://ift.tt/2lRPKPx

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: When the leaves start to turn yellow and the weather begins to cool its the time of the year when we know we’re on the downward slope to Christmas. Or for those of you in the southern hemisphere the BBQs come out and the beach calls. As we approach this Christmas we…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: Gift shopping for the man in your life can sometimes involve defaulting to sports and DIY. Thus looking for unique and inspiring gifts can prove time-consuming at the best of times. Even more so if you’re looking for plastic-free gift ideas. Check out our…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: As kids grow up in today's age they’ll inevitably find themselves bombarded by messages from advertisers to grab the next trendy toy. And as they get a little older, join our hyper-connected world where our phones have become ever-present means to connect, socialise…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: Around 10 per cent of the plastic that we produce ends up in our oceans. However, science and innovation now present us with the choice to replace standard plastic bags with either degradable or biodegradable variants. Hence, let's take a look a look at what the…

Just Pinned to TRVST Inspiration: Plastic waste. It is everywhere. Our throw-away approach to plastic is causing us huge problems. With many alternatives now around, let’s consider bamboo. And ask ourselves,  “bamboo versus plastic - is bamboo an eco-friendly alternative?”. #plasticwaste…