Synthetic chemicals saturate modern food systems. They hide in pesticides, packaging, soil, water, and air. Their health and ecological costs are rising fast. A recent Systemiq-Grantham Foundation report links chemicalContinue Reading
Forests have long served as humanity’s first pharmacy. Scientists still mine forests for compounds that save lives. Around 11 percent of essential medicines listed by the World Health Organization originateContinue Reading
The world has entered a period of “global water bankruptcy,” according to the United Nations. Water demand now exceeds sustainable supply in many regions. Scientists say climate change, population growth,Continue Reading
The global shift to clean energy is urgent to fight climate change. Renewable energy reduces emissions and cuts fossil fuel use. However, rapid renewable build-out can affect nature and communitiesContinue Reading
A growing number of people are seeking environmentally friendly funeral options as awareness of human impacts on the planet rises. Traditional burial and cremation can have significant environmental impacts. ForContinue Reading
Tea is one of the world’s most popular beverages, second only to water in global consumption. In 2022, billions of cups were enjoyed daily in homes and cafes worldwide. AtContinue Reading
The world’s oceans absorbed more heat in 2025 than at any time in recorded history. New research shows that the upper 2,000 meters of the ocean took in an estimatedContinue Reading
Rural areas often rely on village ponds for irrigation and groundwater recharge. However, these vital resources are increasingly threatened by untreated greywater – wastewater from kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry. TheContinue Reading
