Plywood is a manufactured composite material consisting of multiple wooden sheets layered on top of one another and glued together. To assess its sustainability, one needs to assess that of its constituent parts, both the wood sheets and the glue in between them
The American Climate Corps by the Biden administration.
The American Climate Corps (ACC) marks a significant step in the U.S.’s approach to climate change. It aims to engage young Americans in conservation and climate resilience projects, contributing to both ecological protection and job creation.
Hope of an international treaty to ban or cut back significantly on plastic waste?
The global plastic waste crisis has reach alarming proportions, prompting widespread calls for global action. Some 300 million tons of plastic are produced worldwide each year, with a significant portion ending up in oceans and waterways.
What percentage of U.S. currency today is actually in dollars and coins versus digital?
As the digital transformation of our economy accelerates, it is vital to examine not just the economic ramifications but the environmental impacts associated with both physical and digital currencies.
How are the world’s rhino populations faring these days?
The rhinoceros, famous for its impressive size and striking horns, is one of the biggest land mammals in the world. Once widespread, the species has now become a symbol of catastrophic population decline within conservation discourse.
EarthTalk Q&A: May 8, 2022: Cargo Ships & Sail Power
“This rewiring of sailing matters because of the immense emissions that cargo ships produce. Because they consume fossil fuels, much of our supply chain is riddled with emissions problems.”
EarthTalk Q&A: May 1, 2022—Too Late To Turn Back Sea Level Rise?
Dear EarthTalk: What are the most recent projections about sea level rise around the world as a result of climate change? And is there any hope of turning back the tide if we rein in emissions as planned under the current iteration of the Paris agreement? –
EarthTalk Q&A: April 24, 2022—Is China Leader or Laggard on Climate?
Is China’s government committed to fighting climate change or just making the problem worse?
EarthTalk Q&A: April 17, 2022—Climate Change Making Allergies Worse?
Could climate change really be making my allergies worse?
EarthTalk Q&A: April 10, 2022—Environmental Impacts of Ukraine War
What kind of environmental toll is Russia’s war on Ukraine taking?
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