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Fungi in Foundations: The Eco-Friendly Future of Home Construction

Fungi in Foundations: The Eco-Friendly Future of Home Construction
While most of us tend to envision towering steel structures and sprawling concrete jungles when imagining urban landscapes, there is an unusual and promising material gradually emerging on the horizon: fungi. As surprising as it sounds, architects and scientists are fervently exploring the potential of mushrooms and their by-products to shape our future cities. The…
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Estonia’s Green Odyssey: From Fossil Fuels to Renewable Pioneers

Estonia’s Green Odyssey: From Fossil Fuels to Renewable Pioneers
TALLINN, Estonia – Estonia, a country known for its vast reserves of oil shale and intense carbon footprint, is experiencing a transformative green renaissance, making it Euronews Green's Country of the Month for September. A Transition Carved Out of Necessity and Vision Despite ranking third globally for cumulative emissions per capita, this Baltic gem has…
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Green Burial Funeral Home Under Investigation for Improper Body Storage

Green Burial Funeral Home Under Investigation for Improper Body Storage
In a shocking turn of events, police are investigating the Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose, Colorado, after receiving reports of an overpowering foul odor emanating from the premises. The establishment, which prides itself on offering "green" burial services with biodegradable caskets, is now under intense scrutiny following the discovery of hundreds of decaying…
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Medicines in Our Waterways: The Invisible Threat and the Path Forward

Medicines in Our Waterways: The Invisible Threat and the Path Forward
In the hustle of everyday life, the simple act of popping a painkiller for an aching head is a thoughtless routine. But behind this mundane act lies a much larger, more complex problem. Today, the drugs we ingest, both voluntarily and unknowingly, are having a cascading effect on our ecosystems and possibly our health. How…
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Ecocide: The Urgent Need to Criminalise Environmental Damage

Ecocide: The Urgent Need to Criminalise Environmental Damage
As the planet faces unprecedented environmental challenges, the call to criminalise ecocide gains momentum. But will it be enough to prevent our environment from reaching the point of no return? A Planet in Peril It is undeniable that the environment is undergoing massive and accelerated degradation. July 2023 has been marked as the hottest month…
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Ampol Faces $700k Fine for Devastating Diesel Spill in Sydney

Ampol Faces $700k Fine for Devastating Diesel Spill in Sydney
In a significant blow to its reputation, petrol behemoth Ampol is set to pay a hefty fine following a massive diesel spill in Sydney's Kurnell region last year. A Disaster Unfolds April 2022 was a dark month for the residents of Kurnell, Sydney. An Ampol fuel transfer terminal failed catastrophically, spilling a staggering 9,000 litres…
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El Nino and the Looming Threat to Global Cocoa Production: A Deep Dive

El Nino and the Looming Threat to Global Cocoa Production: A Deep Dive
As the world continues to grapple with the consequences of climate change, one industry stands at a precipice: cocoa production. The threat is palpable, with cocoa crops hanging in the balance due to extreme weather events brought about by the El Nino phenomenon. Understanding the Climate-Cocoa Conundrum Cocoa, an essential ingredient for everything from confectioneries…
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Defending the Green Code: How the EU Responds to Environmental Non-Compliance

Defending the Green Code: How the EU Responds to Environmental Non-Compliance
In the labyrinth of European Union regulations and directives, environmental legislation holds a place of paramount importance. With the increasing global urgency surrounding climate change and environmental conservation, the EU's focus on ensuring that member states maintain the highest standards is more crucial than ever. However, not all states always walk the green line. So,…
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Nature’s Answer to Oil Spills: The Power of Biosurfactants

Nature’s Answer to Oil Spills: The Power of Biosurfactants
The haunting memory of the Deepwater Horizon disaster in 2010 has emphasized the need for effective strategies to address the aftermath of oil spills. Now, recent studies from an international consortium suggest we might find solutions within nature itself, thanks to biosurfactants. These organic compounds offer a promising, environmentally-friendly substitute to traditional chemical dispersants. The…
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