Green Consumerism
Healthier plant-based diets are better for the environment
Different plant-based diets can have different health and environmental impacts.
Low-income people need renewable energy the most
As matters stand, many families are forgoing groceries, medicines and other necessities to power their homes.
Boosting food crops’ capacity for photosynthesis leads to higher yields
The research opens the way for bioengineering plants to improve their yields.
How centuries of self-isolation turned Japan into one of the world’s most sustainable societies
Japan was self-sufficient in resources, energy and food and sustained a population of up to 30 million.
Flexitarian, vegetarian, vegan? Which diet is best for the planet?
The food we consume has a massive impact on our planet. Meat and dairy accounts for some 15% of global GHGs.
Sweat could soon power our wearable electronics
Photo: Pixabay/yellowcat Wearable electronics like personalized fitness trackers and medical sensors are already a part of life for many people and soon they could become even more appealing. That is because scientists in the US have engineered a biofilm that