In the ongoing battle to reduce waste and promote sustainability, single-use injectable medication devices, such… The post How to Dispose of EpiPens and Single-Use Injectable Medication Devices appeared first on Earth911.
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Found in cold waters along a quarter of the world’s coasts, kelp forests are the foundations of many marine ecosystems. They also absorb enormous amounts of pollution, help sequester planet-warming gases and underpin coastal fisheries and the seafood industry—benefits valued at $500 billion a year. Found along 25% to 30% of the world’s coastlines, kelp […]
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Worldwide, electronic waste makes up more than 5% of all municipal solid waste. Commonly called… The post What Happens to E-waste When It Gets Recycled? appeared first on Earth911.
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Over the centuries, humanity’s relationship with wilderness has becoming increasingly fraught, as we continue to diminish natural green spaces in favor of roads, buildings, and manicured lawns. For Vashon Island-based artist Ariana Heinzman, our connection—or disconnection—to nature plays a central role in her vibrant ceramics practice. For her current solo exhibition, Habitat for a Fake […]
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Recycling plastic lawn furniture and playground toys can be a challenge, but with a little… The post How to Recycle Plastic Lawn Furniture and Playground Toys appeared first on Earth911.
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Tune in to a special Earth Day 2024 episode about accelerating the path to a… The post Best of Earth911 Podcast: Mapping A Smart Path To The Circular Economy At The Ellen MacArthur Foundation REMADE Conference appeared first on Earth911.
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A bizarre botanical collection sprouts from the grounds at Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas. A tall, spindly specimen with a droopy head illuminates a walkway, while a sprawling tree lush with strawberries looms large in a gallery. Patinaed in an otherworldly blue, these cast bronze sculptures seem like they’ve emerged from a radioactive swamp or […]
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According to Greek mythology, Daphne was the descendant of river gods. Born with a surging hunger for freedom and autonomy, the nymph committed herself to living a life rooted in solitude as she poured herself into deep passions like nature and hunting. Although Daphne devoted a great deal of time to exploring her tranquil surroundings, […]
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Interested in a nature encounter exclusively in the company of women? An adventure where you can relax and be yourself, push your comfort envelope as much or as little as you wish, and learn from outstanding female naturalist guides in the world’s most wondrous wild places? Nat Hab is thrilled to announce the expansion of […]
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The production of wine has always been impacted by changes in the weather. Winemakers refer to a year’s vintage as hot and dry, for example, when conditions create higher sugar contents that result in a fuller bodied wine. That’s the way it’s always gone; some years were better than others. The global challenges facing the wine industry as a result of climate change are […]