A thoughtfully curated collection of articles on innovative solutions, brought together to inspire and inform.
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What air pollution does to the human body
The EPA is changing how it assesses proposed regulations by dropping the monetary value of health benefits from its cost-benefit analyses. That misses a big piece of the picture.
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Researchers turn avocado toast into biodegradable food packaging
A strong yet degradable bioplastic made from avocado peels and stale bread tackles two global challenges: food waste and plastic pollution
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Pollution Doesn’t Stand a Chance Against This Living Technology
An early experiment at a city landfill showed how algae and sunlight can repair environmental damage.
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Hotels and Tour Operators are Eliminating Plastic Straws
It’s a growing trend: Hotels, resorts, safaris, and cruises are increasingly banning plastic straws.
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VA city most affected by mercury pollution from Rayon production feels slighted in settlement
Mercury Pollution from Rayon Fabric Production at Dupont
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Report: Shenandoah River polluted with unsafe levels of E. coli
According to a new study, much of the Shenandoah River is polluted with unsafe levels of E. coli.
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The Costs of Bottled Water on the Environment—and Your Health
Billions of bottles are added to the world’s growing plastic pollution problem each year. The article below shows the lowlights for water bottles.