What’s Going On Here? It’s in our own hands. That’s the theme of Recycling Week 2019, the annual celebration of recycling organised by WRAP, which is taking place this week between 23-29 September. What Does This Mean? After big Dave hit us with Blue Planet 2, 2018 was the year Britain opened its eyes to plastic pollution. After Greta inspired the world, 2019…
What’s Going On Here? Relationships can be tough and tricky to navigate. But just when you thought you’d got it nailed, did you ever stop to think about the third party (or fourth, or fifth – whatever you’re into) in your relationship? The planet? Yep. From the contraception you use (or don’t), to the lingerie you choose to don or even your…
What’s Going On Here? On Friday 20th and 27th of September there is a call for everybody to take part in the Global Climate Strike, joining children in the #YouthStrike4Climate movement. This aims to be the biggest mobilisation yet, calling for climate justice for all. What Does This Mean? Greta Thunberg rose as a global phenomenon in August 2018 with her school strikes for the…
What’s Going On Here? This week, the British Army admits that it must become environmentally friendly if it wants to win future wars. What Does This Mean? Navy ships powered by algae. Landmines that biodegrade. Barracks heated by horse manure. Even lead-free bullets that don’t harm the water table. No, we aren’t joking. Speaking at the Defence and Security Equipment International event in London, the Chief of General Staff Sir Mark…
What’s Going On Here? ‘Right to Repair’ has been gaining traction in recent months, as big businesses and presidential candidates get on board. At its core, the movement is fighting for a reduction in electronic waste— known as E-waste—by giving more options to the consumer to repair their goods. What Does This Mean? Think about the various gadgets you own. How many items could…
What’s Going On Here? Supermarket chain, ‘S-Market’ has started a grocery happy hour across their 900 stores in Finland. What Does This Mean? Every evening at 9pm, food that needs to be sold by midnight and would otherwise be thrown away is reduced in cost by a whopping 60%.It’s pretty much like the beloved reduced section of most supermarkets except that S-Market…
What’s Going On Here? Scientists have made a massive break-through in ensuring our crops are resistant to future climate change, isolating the drought resistance gene in barley. What Does This Mean? Scientists have analysed over 39,000 genes within the barley over five years, and their findings show that plants with a certain gene (HvMYB1 to be precise) are more resistant to droughts…
What’s Going On Here? Excess heat from the London Underground could be used to keep homes warm and toasty this winter. What Does This Mean? In a move that should get a warm welcome, over 450 homes and businesses in Islington (North London) are going to be kept cosy this winter by harnessing surplus heat from the Underground’s Northern line. If it…
What’s Going On Here? Thousands of forests in Brazil are on fire. As a result, a lot of smoke is being pumped into the skies across the country and releasing alarming amounts of carbon into the Earth’s atmosphere. What Does This Mean? You’ve heard about it. You’ve seen the pictures. But what is actually happening and why? There are so many threads…
