A thoughtfully curated collection of articles on innovative solutions, brought together to inspire and inform.
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The transition away from fossil fuels would offer a wide range of jobs.
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Global agreement boosts protection for 70 endangered shark and ray species | The Optimist Daily
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The surprising way fruit can protect your lungs from air pollution, according to science | The Optimist Daily
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Food as medicine: Fruit and vegetable prescriptions boost heart health | The Optimist Daily
A new study reveals the potential of “produce prescriptions” to battle diet-related diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and hypertension.
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India’s social experiment: how paying women directly reshapes welfare, autonomy, & politics | The Optimist Daily
India is testing one of the world’s largest unconditional cash transfer programs for women. Here’s how the payments work and what early evidence reveals.
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Breadcrumbs (literally) lay path away from fossil fuels
Bacteria munching on waste bread release hydrogen that could run chemical reactions, providing a carbon-negative way to produce drugs and food products.
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HydrogenXT secures $900 million to launch 10 zero-carbon hydrogen hubs across the US | The Optimist Daily
HydrogenXT signs a $900 million financing deal to build 10 zero-carbon hydrogen production and refueling facilities along key US freight corridors.
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San Francisco launches the world’s first fully hydrogen-powered ferry | The Optimist Daily
Sea Change: the dawn of zero-emission maritime travel with renewable hydrogen.
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How the Chicago River went from dumping ground to eco destination | The Optimist Daily
Floating wetlands, cleaner water, and even a snapping turtle: the once-polluted Chicago River is now home to fish, wildlife, and an open-water swim.
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How Not to Die: Dr. Greger’s Groundbreaking Film That Reveals What Your Doctor Never Learned About Food
Learn how not to die from diet-related disease. Dr. Greger reveals the food science your doctor never discussed.
