Grist

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Stanley, a founder of the environmental organization Upland Grassroots, recalls telling Silliboy, vice chief of the Aroostook Band of Micmac Nation, “This will be worth it someday.”. Their farm, once part of the Loring Air Force Base, is also a Superfund site — an area so polluted it’s marked high-priority for federal cleanup.

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Soil Pollution Energy Monitor Building Energy Monitoring 141

GreenBiz

JUNE 29, 2021

However, the planet is experiencing a great loss of biodiversity due to overfishing, deforestation and pollution. We realized that we could estimate the health of the overall environment by using birds, as they are an indicator of biodiversity. Groundwater health, both in quality and quantity, is also greatly affected by vegetation.

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Biodiversity Health Soil Sustainability 458

Grist

JUNE 10, 2022

Almost 2,000 times more particle pollution is produced by tire wear than is pumped out of the exhausts of modern cars, tests have shown. Air pollution causes millions of early deaths a year globally. These are also emitted from exhausts and are of special concern to health, as their size means they can enter organs via the bloodstream.

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Pollution Microplastics Organic Soil 110

Clean Energy Trust

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Here’s why Clean Energy Trust is excited about our investment in Continuum Ag , an Iowa-based startup run by farmers, for farmers, to drive the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices that improve sustainability, increase profits, and sequester carbon in the soil. Plowing or tilling soil has been done for thousands of years.

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Soil Carbon Carbon-negative Agriculture 52

GreenBiz

MARCH 5, 2021

More than 100 billion tons of resources enter the economy every year — everything from metals, minerals and fossil fuels to organic materials from plants and animals. The circular economy concept is all about making better use of natural resources such as forests, soil, water, air, metals and minerals. David McGinty.

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Plastics Fossil fuels Recycled materials Recycling 507

EDF + Business

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Nitrogen is essential for life, but excess nitrogen can pollute the atmosphere and water. This has a huge impact on human and ecosystem health, and means farmers spent money on fertilizer — which is at a record high price — that crops didn’t use. Food and agriculture companies are looking for clear paths to achieve climate goals.

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Pollution Agriculture Soil Health 52

GreenBiz

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Similar to carbon credits, these reef credits are sold by farmers or project developers to organizations and companies looking to offset their environmental footprints. Unlike carbon credits, which are focused on helping companies or individuals make removal claims, reef credits are about the abatement of pollution at the edge of the system.

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Investment Agriculture Pollution Climate change 513

Business Green

AUGUST 1, 2021

Our food system is driving climate change, biodiversity loss and poor health - government leadership is needed to change course, argues Pukka Herbs' co-founder Sebastian Pole. It's no secret that our current food system is driving climate change, biodiversity loss and poor health. Reward sustainable farming.

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Soil Health Agriculture Biodiversity 93

The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

However, they’ve been known to produce large volumes of chemicalized wastewater, consequently polluting drainage systems when disposed of. Organic Fabrics. A key goal in sustainable fashion is switching towards using natural and organic materials and fabrics when making clothing.

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Ethics Fashion Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring 195

The Environmental Blog

MARCH 20, 2023

This type of waste can be hazardous to human health and the environment if not managed properly. When this waste is not disposed of properly, it can cause pollution of soil, water, and air. Additionally, it can pose health risks to humans and animals.

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Waste Waste Health Carbon-negative 221

Green Market Oracle

OCTOBER 26, 2019

The 7th Global Summit and Expo on Pollution Control will take place in Paris, France on December 03-04, 2019. This summit is subtitled: Advanced Technologies and Brilliance of New Era in Pollution Control. Thia event offers well organized scientific program including keynote presentations, workshops and networking opportunities.

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Pollution Global warming Climate change Waste 40

Green Living Guy

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Over the years, anything “organic” is associated with something healthy. This explains why organic labeled food sells at a higher price compared to others. As more people learn about the benefits of organic herbal farming, it is becoming popular. Not only is organic herbal farming beneficial to humans alone but.

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Organic Global warming Soil Biodiversity 52

Green Business Bureau

JULY 5, 2021

Other important environmental issues facing this industry are water use and water pollution. Additionally, specifically for greenhouses, they can use an excessive amount of energy to heat outside of planting season which can contribute to pollution. Improve Cultivation Techniques to be Organic . Compost Where You Can.

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Sustainability Business Energy Monitoring Building Energy Monitoring Organic 148

The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 17, 2023

When constructed properly, it can help lessen pollution and allow you to enjoy savings on water and energy usage, and it can increase the value of your home. These conditions, in turn, can boost your health and well-being. A well-designed lawn can also prevent soil erosion and water runoff. Buy Energy-Saving Appliances.

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Home Energy Monitoring Building Energy Monitoring Cool roof Solar Energy Monitor 195

Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2022

HVAC refrigerant, often freon, leaks as a gas, making it difficult to detect and imposing a serious health hazard to humans and the environment the longer the leak persists. These products may also contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs), making breathing in these chemicals a potential health risk.

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Home Energy Monitoring Sustainability HVAC Soil 148

Green Business Bureau

JULY 21, 2022

The main challenges with building sustainability involve reducing overall impact to human health the and the environment. Reducing emissions, pollution, and environmental degradation. Creating healthy indoor environments with low pollution. Some of the main challenges include: Responsible and efficient use of natural resources.

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Building Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor Business Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor 147

Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Large pieces of plastic can break down into nanosized particles that often find their way into soil and water. It’s unclear how nanoplastics impact human health, but animal studies suggest they’re potentially harmful. Therefore, it could be helpful to know the levels of airborne nanoplastic pollution in the environment.

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Plastics Energy Monitor Carbon Health 130

Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 14, 2023

However, they must be carefully handled, since even small spills into soil, groundwater or seawater can be harmful to human, animal and environmental health. Regular environmental monitoring is critically important to minimising water pollution, enabling swift action when the presence of pesticides is detected in water samples.

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Pollution Soil Agriculture Health 147

AGreenLiving

JANUARY 7, 2022

Each travel, duffle, shopping and computer bag that hits the stores adds to the ongoing use of synthetic fibers, environmental pollution and waste. In fact, the mission of the company “is to create the best Fairtrade certified organic cotton bags by always being sustainable , ethical, traceable and transparent.”

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Organic Ethics Carbon-neutral Soil 28

GreenBiz

JULY 17, 2020

Agricultural waste from food crops either is traditionally left to rot or is burned, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. The effluent is actually perfect organic fertilizer, and we take it back to the farms to build soil fertility and further sequester carbon — just like the sheep does. Nicole Pamani.

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Fashion Innovation Recycling Recycling 428

DeSmogBlog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In recent years, the biggest agricultural polluters and food corporations have embraced this term, which refers to a wide range of farming techniques that improve the environment. No-till and organic farming fall under the banner of regenerative agriculture, as well as the use of cover crops.

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Agriculture Methane Carbon-neutral COP 145

Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 30, 2019

According to the press release , “Chlorophyll Water has integrated a proprietary organic additive into the bottle mold of their 100% recyclable, BPA-free and non-toxic 20 fluid ounce bottle that accelerates the natural biodegradation of their bottle in biologically active landfills and anaerobic digesters.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 5, 2021

Other important environmental issues facing this industry are water use and water pollution. Additionally, specifically for greenhouses, they can use an excessive amount of energy to heat outside of planting season which can contribute to pollution. Improve Cultivation Techniques to be Organic . Compost Where You Can.

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Sustainability Business Energy Monitoring Organic Building Energy Monitoring 78

The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Electronics have filled with harmful substances and chemicals that can affect the environment and the health of the people in the community as well. It has chemicals such as flame retardants, persistent organic pollutants, and toxic metals that can contaminate the water supply through leachate and contaminate landfills.

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Recycling Recycling Waste Waste 195

Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

The quality of your working environment can have an effect on your productivity, health, and happiness. We often use lighting, ergonomic office furniture, and organization as tools to enhance our workspaces. They can remove several harmful compounds from the air and break them down into their soil. About the Author.

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Pollution Medicine HVAC Health 174

Grist

APRIL 27, 2022

If these trends continue, experts expect growing disruptions to human health, food supplies, migration, and biodiversity loss driven by climate change, in what the authors calls a “confluence of unprecedented crises.”. organization, said that for too long, people have mined the earth, used its resources, and thoughtlessly discarded the rest.

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Global warming South America Agriculture Logging 125

AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Moreover, the health of humans, pets, wildlife , aquatic organisms, vegetation, soil and infrastructure are heavily impacted as road salts enter the environment, seeping into groundwater and draining via runoff into freshwater estuaries. Excessive road salt threatens public health and wildlife.

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Health Energy Monitor Soil Plastics 28

Green Business Bureau

JUNE 16, 2021

From interior to exterior, GreenTech Painting not only guarantees quality workmanship and custom solutions but promotes the health and safety of their customers, communities and environment too. In the workplace, they have also organized a cycling program to save energy, offset commute emissions and encourage exercising.

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Health Biotechnology Sustainability Biodegradable 97

Grist

APRIL 18, 2023

“No one would expect to find pollutants in such a place,” said Professor Ronnie N. The compounds were mainly used for building construction and electrical equipment but their health impacts only became clear decades after they were originally manufactured. In the ocean, as on land, they still pose a threat to living organisms.

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Pollution Soil Health Construction 65

Grist

DECEMBER 16, 2019

By the second day, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the county’s Air Pollution Control District had issued an air-quality warning, and local libraries and nonprofits urged residents to protect themselves from the harmful smoke and ash, offering free N95 respirator masks. A new lead crisis?

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Soil Health Pollution Climate change 98

Green Business Bureau

MARCH 23, 2022

Additionally, some of the nitrogen is washed away, where it pollutes waterways and causes algae blooms. Inorganic fertilizers also tend to lower soil pH making it more acidic, this causes the microorganisms in the soil to die, which leads to unhealthy soil and as a result unhealthy plants in the long run.

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Business Energy Monitoring Home Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor Sustainability 78

DeSmogBlog

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Responding to DeSmog’s findings, Natacha Cingotti, senior health and chemicals policy officer at Brussels-based policy and advocacy group, Health and Environmental Alliance (HEAL), said: “[W]hen working on chemicals- and pesticides-related policies, the imbalance of stakeholders in favour of industry interests is striking.”.

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Building Energy Monitoring Business Energy Monitoring Home Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor 98

Envirotec Magazine

JULY 11, 2023

A contaminant whose importance appears to have grown significantly in recent years, poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) present a challenge to pollution management given their apparent toxicity – although a clear picture is still emerging – and persistence. And there are many of them (more than 4,000 on the global market).

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Energy Monitor Building Energy Monitoring Waste Waste 100

DeSmogBlog

AUGUST 3, 2023

Agriculture generates 34 percent of the world’s anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, according to the UN’s own Food and Agriculture Organization. Industrial agriculture contributes to deforestation, water pollution, biodiversity loss, and considerable methane emissions. This data typically isn’t owned by farmers.

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Agriculture Biodiversity Fossil fuels Methane 93

AGreenLiving

JULY 8, 2020

” This goal will become reality “when everyone enjoys the same degree of protection from environmental and health hazards and equal access to the decision-making process to have a healthy environment in which to live, learn, and work.” times higher than the overall population.

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Organic Law Policy Health 36

Green Living Guy

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In addition to your health, it can help the environment. A plant-based diet can help keep you healthy. It also entails eating foods high in fiber that can reduce your risk of diseases, such as cancer. Here are some of the main reasons to switch to a plant-based diet today. It Lowers Your Carbon […].

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Health Carbon Global warming Soil 112

Business Green

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

BusinessGreen takes a tour around Riverford Organic Farms to explore how the veg box firm is contending with worsening climate impacts. Overall, soil degradation was calculated in 2010 to cost the UK £1.2bn every year. Overall, soil degradation was calculated in 2010 to cost the UK £1.2bn every year.

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Resilience Agriculture Soil Organic 68