The Kerala Model: How Decentralized Waste Management Became a Success Story
When you think about waste management, you probably picture massive landfills and fleets of garbage trucks. But in Kerala, they’ve turned that idea on its head. The state operates on a simple yet powerful principle: My Waste, My Responsibility. This isn’t just a catchy slogan. It’s a complete shift away from relying on overburdened central […]
How to Start Composting in 3 Simple Steps
To start composting, first, choose your composter—this can be anything from a simple pile to a specialised bin. Second, gather your materials, balancing ‘greens’ like kitchen scraps with ‘browns’ like dried leaves. Third, start layering and maintain your pile by keeping it moist and turning it occasionally to aerate. As you prepare meals, you’ll often […]
Every Drop Counts: 10 Practical Ways to Save Water at Home
Ten ways to save water and fight drought include: 1. Taking shorter, 5-minute showers. 2. Fixing all household leaks immediately. 3. Installing water-saving aerators on taps. 4. Only running full loads of laundry and dishes. 5. Reusing ‘greywater’ from washing vegetables to water plants. 6. Upgrading to a dual-flush toilet. 7. Choosing water-wise, native plants […]
Small Swaps, Big Impact: Your Guide to Reducing Waste
The top 5 eco-friendly products to switch to today are: 1. Reusable Water Bottles, to combat single-use plastic. 2. Solid Shampoo and Conditioner Bars, to eliminate plastic bottle waste. 3. Reusable Silicone Food Storage Bags, as a durable alternative to Ziploc bags. 4. Bamboo Toothbrushes, which are biodegradable. 5. Reusable Coffee Cups, to reduce the […]
Three Heroes, One Planet: Stories of Climate Action
Three powerful stories of climate heroes making a difference today include Saul Griffith, an inventor decarbonizing homes with technology; Nemonte Nenquimo, an indigenous leader protecting the Amazon rainforest through legal action; and Jadav Payeng, a man who single-handedly planted an entire forest, showcasing that heroism can be technological, political, and deeply grassroots. In a world […]
The Truth About Renewable Energy: What You Need to Know Now
The truth about renewable energy is that it has become the cheapest and most scalable solution to the climate crisis, but it faces challenges of intermittency (not always available) and grid integration. Key technologies like solar and wind are rapidly expanding, supported by advancements in battery storage, making the transition away from fossil fuels more […]
From Grey to Green: The Rise of Urban Gardens
Urban gardens are transforming cities by creating local food sources, fostering community, and enhancing biodiversity. They cool the climate through the urban heat island effect mitigation, where plant transpiration lowers ambient temperatures, and by acting as carbon sinks, absorbing CO₂ from the atmosphere, turning concrete jungles into green, resilient spaces. As a city’s concrete and […]
5 Easy Habits to Slash Your Carbon Footprint This Week
Five easy habits to slash your carbon footprint this week are: 1. Go Meatless for Two Days, which significantly cuts emissions from agriculture. 2. Set your AC to 25°C, saving a surprising amount of electricity. 3. Unplug “Vampire” Electronics overnight to eliminate phantom power waste. 4. Plan a “Zero-Waste” Leftover Meal to fight food waste and methane […]
Beyond Recycling: The Real Plan to Fight Plastic Pollution
To fight plastic pollution, we must shift our focus from recycling to a three-tiered approach: first and foremost, REDUCE our consumption of single-use plastics. Second, champion systems of REUSE for containers and products. Finally, demand corporate and governmental REDESIGN of products and packaging to eliminate plastic from the source. After a heavy rain shower, as […]
6 Innovations That Could Help Save the Planet by 2030
Six cool climate tech innovations that could help save our planet by 2030 include direct air capture (DAC) for removing CO₂, green hydrogen for clean fuel, precision fermentation for sustainable food, next-generation geothermal energy, solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, and AI-powered climate modelling for better prediction and management. As we look towards the end of […]