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Why building local communities is so important http://bit.ly/31eIWva

Why we need to think about reducing food waste http://bit.ly/2ZTBbtR

Becoming Smarter as we Learn to Save Energy http://bit.ly/2YMb3R7

Getting the most from our lives and being present in all that we do is an aspiration most of us share. However, to achieve this we need to pay attention and remain focused, which takes practice and the right guidance. Here are 5 mindfulness talks to inspire a great day. In our lives, we come across…

Estimates suggest that one-third of the food produced globally goes to waste 5 Sally V. Russell, C. William Young, Kerrie L. Unsworth, Cheryl Robinson, Bringing habits and emotions into food waste behaviour, Resources, Conservation and Recycling , Volume 125, 2017, Pages . With food waste as a…

Mass clothing production is a major source of ethical and environmental concerns. Thankfully, there are ethical clothing brands willing to bet against fast fashion. Like many other people, I enjoy wearing fashionable items. However, I’ve recently learned to act more consciously about where I buy my…

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 our lives, we should remember to consciously pick items which will eventually cause little…

Our Atmosphere now contains the highest levels of C02 ever 10 Climate Change: Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide . National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Rebecca Lindsey. August 2018. Climate.gov. . We know the threat of climate change is very real. We must all share the responsibility for…

Fossil fuels have powered us for many decades. As we all know, they are not particularly kind to the environment. Our reliance on fossil fuel is changing as we seek to reverse the damage caused to the environment. Following decades of Co2 emissions entering the atmosphere, there have been changes to…

In the modern world that we live in, going green is an important challenge for many companies across the globe. Some of the largest and most widely recognised companies are now realising that they must operate in a more responsible way. They must remain relevant and appeal to changing consumer…

Centuries ago, sailors used wind turbines at sea to propel their boats. Today, offshore wind turbines are used to generate clean energy for cities around the world. What is offshore wind energy and how has it helped to produce cleaner greener power? By October 1990, news publications in Denmark were…

Glitters are fun for everyone except the aquatic animals who eventually ingest them. Choose eco-friendly glitter this festival and summer season to do your bit to prevent plastic pollution. When we discuss the impact of plastics on our environment, it’s easy to think of the obvious guilts; plastic…

We have perfected the art of paying less attention to our internal and external environments. For some people, they have to listen to music while walking or taking the train. Some have to drink their morning coffee while scrolling through their phones. Others can’t eat a meal if they are not…

Electricity consumption is one of our biggest environmental concerns, and for good reason. While the introduction of renewable energy has reduced our dependence on fossil fuel for electricity, the latter is still our main source of energy. Saving electricity at home can not only help reduce our…

Recycling is a word that dominates almost every media outlet. While the focus is often on reducing the use of plastic and recycling more, it can be easy to forget the amount of E-waste that is generated on a global scale. E-waste consists of electrical devices such as computer equipment, mobile…

What are the Amazon Leadership Principles that have helped to make Amazon one of the most successful companies in the world? What Can We Learn From Jeff Bezos’ Leadership Style? As the creator of Amazon, the 18 th biggest company in the world (Forbes Global 500 2018) it is not surprising that lots…

Modern solar energy is something that many of us are now familiar with. Energy companies, homeowners and businesses are increasingly harnessing the power of the sun to produce electricity using solar power. Despite this, many people might not realise that the history of solar power dates back many…

Renewable energy is something that we hear about constantly and for good reason. What are the advantages of renewable energy as we are seeking to reverse the damage caused by green house gases? Wind turbines and solar panels are becoming increasingly common. They are dotted around the landscape and…

Food waste is a global issue and is becoming a sticking point for many. A significant portion of the food we grow is wasted. Whether that is at the point of production or after it has reached the consumer, whatever it might be, food is being wasted. So, is now the time to find out how to raise…

Amy Cuddy, a social psychologist at Harvard Business School, conducted a study to understand what people’s strongest influences on each other in the workspace might be. Cuddy’s data revealed that the top two answers were an individual’s perceived competence and an individual’s perceived warmth.…

Sustainability has become an increasingly important discussion as we hurtle towards breaching the limits of our planet and some say that fashion is the second most polluting industry in the world after oil and gas. Although this isn’t quite correct, as it is hard to estimate the impact of the…

In 2015, Elizabeth, a student from Stony Brook University, decided to consistently study for 100 days and blog about it on her Tumblr to document the experience. She tagged this challenge as her “100 days of productivity”. The challenge kept her on her toes; she was tackling one task a day and…

Erase All Kittens: Can Kittens Save The World By Teaching Girls To Code? http://bit.ly/2GcwGS6

Phoenix Cultural Centre http://bit.ly/2UYKxoh

The fast-growing Hamlets network will feed communities and educate people all over the world about organic production. A healthy and harmonious way of life is impossible without proper nutrition and pure food. The use of organic products improves the quality of life and ecological situation on the…

Here’s what we’ve learnt about plastic from running education programs in 9 countries around the world. After travelling for 20 years to 50 countries, it doesn’t take long to realise the big problems. It’s not climate change, sea levels rising, hunger, poverty, inequality or plastic – its behaviour.…