Sustainability

Key Bottlenecks Hindering Biochar Carbon Removal Projects
Limited Access to Consistent Feedstock Feedstock stability remains one of the most persistent challenges in scaling biochar-based carbon removal initiatives. Biomass supply chains, especially in rural or forest-adjacent regions, often operate with seasonal availability and fluctuating cost structures. Agricultural residues may be abundant during harvest months but scarce during other periods. Forestry waste can vary dramatically in moisture, density, and contamination levels. Such inconsistency disrupts operational continuity and undermines predictable carbon removal output.
By Wayne Shen2 months ago in Earth
Australia Bioplastics Market: Sustainable Materials, Packaging Innovation & the Future of Eco-Friendly Polymers. AI-Generated.
According to IMARC Group, the Australia bioplastics market reached USD 389.20 Million in 2024. Looking forward, the market is projected to reach USD 1,187.38 Million by 2033, expanding at a strong CAGR of 11.80% during 2025–2033. This surge reflects the country’s shift toward sustainable materials, rapid growth in eco-friendly packaging, and increasing pressure on industries to reduce reliance on fossil-based plastics.
By Kevin Cooper2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov on the Role of Natural Gas in Today’s Green Economy
In a global landscape increasingly shaped by climate goals and sustainable ambitions, the place of natural gas within the green economy has become a subject of both pragmatic discussion and ideological debate. While some advocate for a complete departure from all traditional fuels, others see natural gas as a bridge — a transitional energy source that can carry the world toward a cleaner future without triggering widespread economic disruption. Among the voices navigating this nuanced terrain is entrepreneur Stanislav Kondrashov.
By Stanislav Kondrashov2 months ago in Earth
Aquarium Algae Types Explained (With Fixes for Each)
Most aquarium owners fight algae with the wrong tools because they're attacking the wrong enemy. Algae is one of the most misunderstood problems in fishkeeping. Beginners panic when they see it. Experienced keepers know it's just part of managing a healthy ecosystem.
By Arjun2 months ago in Earth
Sage, Cedar, Sweet Grass, and Chaga
Our people got religious freedom back in 1978. Some of the practices went underground and were not ever talked about. Families in certain communities continued those practices, the best they could.
By Denise E Lindquist2 months ago in Earth
Love in the Time of Wildfires
The summer the sky first turned the wrong color, Maya and Daniel had just decided they were ready to build a life together.
By Tewodros Alemayehu2 months ago in Earth
Why I Started Incorporating Banana Flower Tea into My Diet
Recently, I have had an abundance of plantains and bananas. Naturally, I went down the rabbit hole to research what I could do with the banana leaves, flowers, and trunk. Usually, I cut it up and put it in my compost, or mulch the remaining banana trees.
By sara burdick2 months ago in Earth
Stanislav Kondrashov on the Kardashev Scale: Humanity’s Next Step Into the Cosmos
In a quiet lecture hall filled with murmurs and notebooks, Stanislav Kondrashov stands in front of a digital whiteboard, sketching out what looks like a distant future. The lines he draws don’t map nations or continents — they trace something far larger. The energy of stars, the scale of civilisations, and the long trajectory of humanity’s climb into the universe.
By Stanislav Kondrashov2 months ago in Earth
Australia Hydrogen Generation Market: Clean Energy Growth, Industrial Demand & the Future of Zero-Carbon Fuel. AI-Generated.
According to IMARC Group, the Australia hydrogen generation market was valued at USD 3,450.00 Million in 2024. The market is projected to grow to USD 5,444.53 Million by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.20% between 2025–2033. This growth reflects robust momentum behind hydrogen production as Australia accelerates its energy transition, seeks cleaner fuel alternatives, and positions itself as a renewable-energy exporter to global clean-energy markets.
By Kevin Cooper2 months ago in Earth
Why Is My Aquarium Water Turning Green? (Causes, Fixes, and Prevention)
You walk up to your aquarium expecting to see your beautiful fish swimming peacefully, but instead you're greeted by murky, pea-soup green water. You can barely see your fish anymore, and panic starts to set in.
By Arjun2 months ago in Earth
Your Backpack Is (Literally) Made From Plastic Bottles—And That’s Awesome
Hey you—yes, you, the one scrolling this while sipping oat-milk latte from a reusable cup (heroic), but also just tossed a crumpled water bottle into the “maybe recycling?” bin because the lid was still on (we’ve all been there). Take a breath. Put the guilt down. Grab your favorite snack (preferably unpackaged—or at least in compostable wrapper, no judgment if it’s slightly squished). Because today, we’re talking about something quietly revolutionary happening on your back: your backpack. Yep—the one you’ve had since 2021 that somehow survived three internships, a spontaneous road trip, and that one time you tried to fit an entire library into it. That backpack? It might be made from your old water bottle. Or your neighbor’s. Or that beach-hopper’s plastic bag that floated into the ocean and then got rescued, washed, shredded, melted, spun, and reborn as a sleek, water-resistant, Instagram-ready shoulder companion. Wild, right?
By Sumkbags2 months ago in Earth
From Materials To Manufacturing - How Designer Furniture Embraces Sustainability
There’s no doubt that we need to look after our planet. Sustainability is one of the hallmarks of luxury furniture, a trait that is essential to producing high quality designer furniture as well as keeping our forests healthy. In this article, we'll take a look at how sustainability in the design world is so important and so beneficial to your home’s style.
By Designers Mark2 months ago in Earth