Fashion & Protection: 3 Fashionable Bags that Make a Difference

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

Fashion is one of the most destructive industries in the world. The manufacture of fabric-based fashion items uses so much water when some parts of the world really need water. The water crisis was an important discussion during the World Economic Forum this year. According to the forum, 25% of the world’s population is on the brink of facing a water crisis.    Fashion is one of the most destructive industries in the world. The manufacture of fabric-based fashion items uses so much water when some parts of the world really need water. The water crisis was an important discussion during...

How Large is the Animal Trafficking Problem?

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

There is a market for wildlife, which is why animal trafficking is a large industry managed by organized criminals. It takes a lot of money as well as will to circumnavigate the law, and allow the movement of wild animals from one country to another.    Animal trafficking is a billion dollar industry. Wild animals provide an interest among people that go beyond seeing them as cute or adorable. Fashionistas crave the feel of real chinchilla on their skin. They love to touch the crocodile skin of their bag and the comfort of mink slippers on their feet. Practitioners of traditional...

5 Simple Ways to Prevent Indoor Air Pollution

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

Some people are conscious of outside air pollution, which compels them to use masks when they venture out in the real world. It is good that there is awareness. Hopefully, that awareness also reaches ... Some people are conscious of outside air pollution, which compels them to use masks when they venture out in the real world. It is good that there is awareness. Hopefully, that awareness also reaches out to indoor air pollution. Pollutants are not limited on the streets where vehicle fumes and dust and other toxins abound. Pollutants are also present at home.  Indoor air pollutants are...

Wildlife Needs Room to Breathe—Or to Just Breathe

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

The alarming coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan, China that is also considered a global problem has been traced to endangered animals slaughtered for human consumption. The Huanan seafood market in Wuhan h... The alarming coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan, China that is also considered a global problem has been traced to endangered animals slaughtered for human consumption. The Huanan seafood market in Wuhan had been closed down as it is believed to be the source of the virus, which had since killed 132 people in China. Some 6,000 people have also been infected with Wuhan having the most number of victims. The...

Sustainable Erosion Control Measures

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Nancy Whitman

Erosion is a problem that is just getting worse. Many people and companies are the cause of erosion, but nature has also a big part of erosion. We should not just let erosion takes its course, we should do our part in preventing and treating erosion because it can have devastating effects for us all. This is where sustainable erosion control methods comes in. But what is sustainable erosion control and what is new about it? Sustainable erosion control explained Sustainable erosion control is the practice of installing environment-friendly products to prevent or to treat erosion. Things that come from...

5 Interesting Animal Courtship Displays

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

Women may fall in love with men who bring them flowers, chocolates, and teddy bears. Well, for animals, material things are not always very exciting. Sometimes, it will take a whole performance for fe... Women may fall in love with men who bring them flowers, chocolates, and teddy bears. Well, for animals, material things are not always very exciting. Sometimes, it will take a whole performance for female animals to actually cave into the males. Here are five exciting courtship displays among animals:   Birds Birds are beautiful—with their colorful plumage and graceful wings, who wouldn’t fall in love with a...

Is Palm Oil Worth Losing Our Tropical Forests?

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

The palm oil industry is doing really well. This is because palm oil has so many uses. Primarily, it is used for cooking, particularly in tropical countries where palms thrive. But in developed countr... The palm oil industry is doing really well. This is because palm oil has so many uses. Primarily, it is used for cooking, particularly in tropical countries where palms thrive. But in developed countries, palm oil is more popular for its byproducts: cosmetics, detergent, and food products like ice cream. Palm oil is also present in biofuel.  The palm oil industry is thriving because the product...

Is Someone Too Young to be an Environmentalist?

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

What Greta Thunberg teaches us is that there is no such thing as too young to be an environmentalist. In fact, you should start teaching your children about how to protect the environment the moment they are born. They may not remember it but it will become part of their system—and yours! Also, teaching them is not always about verbal education. As they say, actions speak louder than words. If you, as parents, are natural environmentalists, then the children will naturally follow.    What Greta Thunberg teaches us is that there is no such thing as too young to be an...

3 Plastic Products that We Need to Stop Using

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

Plastics are convenient. That is just a fact. But if it costs us the environment, then it is high time that we stop using plastics. According to the United Nations, our oceans are dotted with chocolat... Plastics are convenient. That is just a fact. But if it costs us the environment, then it is high time that we stop using plastics. According to the United Nations, our oceans are dotted with chocolate wrappers, single-use plastics, and plastic straws. So while tourists visiting coastal areas to enjoy the pristine waters, fish, and corals, they also come across a lot of plastic. ...

The Evolution of the T-Shirt: From Undergarment to Making a Statement

Posted on: 24 February, 2020

Author: Jacob Lips

T-shirts are the most commonly worn garment in the world. It is simple and comfortable, which most people really like. It is the most no-fuss clothing item that you can wear. When you want to just sta... T-shirts are the most commonly worn garment in the world. It is simple and comfortable, which most people really like. It is the most no-fuss clothing item that you can wear. When you want to just stay at home, a T-shirt is the most comfortable clothing. When you want to get out of the house, a nice clean shirt will do the trick....