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Unlocking the soil microbiome

Envirotec Magazine

How are data science techniques helping us better understand the microbial universe of the soil? Over-reliance on nitrogen fertilizers is leading to the collapse of soil biodiversity. Yet, some predictions warn that there are only 60 harvests left in the world’s soil because it is so depleted by nitrogen fertilizers.

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Ocean-based sequestration heats ups

GreenBiz

Over the past few years, as companies have come under steadily increasing pressure to tackle climate change, nature-based solutions have emerged as a particularly exciting method for shrinking corporate carbon footprints. Investing in forests can be a win-win that both sequesters carbon and regenerates nature.

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Ocean-based sequestration heats up

GreenBiz

Over the past few years, as companies have come under steadily increasing pressure to tackle climate change, nature-based solutions have emerged as a particularly exciting method for shrinking corporate carbon footprints. Investing in forests can be a win-win that both sequesters carbon and regenerates nature.

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Your Pet and Your Planet

Sustainability Consulting

From biodegradable toys to sustainable food and treats, the market for eco-friendly pet products is growing. It is their mission to revolutionize the industry by introducing plant-based pet food and treats that are both nutritionally balanced and crafted with a low carbon footprint. Most importantly, spay or neuter your pet.

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Renovations and Improvements for Sustainable Homes

Green Business Bureau

Responsible maintenance and budget-friendly renovations can go a long way towards minimizing your home’s carbon footprint. These products may also contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs), making breathing in these chemicals a potential health risk. Choose certified non-toxic and biodegradable fertilizers, pesticides and weed killers.

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Cariloha luxury textiles use organic, sustainable bamboo

AGreenLiving

All trees are organically grown with zero pesticides. It’s also used for soil stabilization to counter erosion. Like all plants , bamboo helps to filter carbon out of the air and releases oxygen back into the environment as it grows. Cariloha luxury textiles use organic, sustainable bamboo.

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Landfill and recycling both down, and incineration on the up: Scotland waste summary 2020 published

Envirotec Magazine

Carbon impact of household waste down 1.3 This includes waste incinerated, incinerator outputs recycled, and organic material recycled that does not meet quality standards. 2020 data reflects a continued downward trajectory since 2011 in Scotland’s household waste carbon impact. Household waste generated increased 0.3%

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