Do you usually notice trees and other plants when walking on a city street? What is the name of the tree? Why have they chosen to plant this particular tree right here? Most of us rush past different trees, shrubs, …
Environmental impact
In April 2020 Humans Have Spent All Resources for the Year
In April 2020, humans exhausted the earth’s resources for the year. While some Western countries may lead the way in environmental initiatives, their consumption patterns paint a different picture. They are among the worst offenders, consuming much more than the …
Every Fifth Garment is Returned – How is the Environment Affected?
Online shopping. We can do it anytime—when we watch TV, on the subway, maybe even at work. It goes smoothly and quickly—maybe too fast. Can we take the time to carefully think about what we need before “clicking” home another …
Why is it so Difficult to Recycle Clothes?
“Clothes made from recycled materials”, “XX releases a new collection of recycled clothes”, and “Recycled clothes become new again”.
Headlines about recycled textiles and clothes are overflowing the internet. But in fact, only 1% of everything handed in for recycling …
Cotton Plantations Consummation of Vital Water
Plants, animals and all life on land depend on freshwater to survive. The earth’s freshwater is an essential resource that must be sufficient for the needs of households, agriculture, industries, and all the species linked to the freshwater ecosystem.
But …
Do You Know Where Your Drinking Water Comes from?
In Sweden, about half of all drinking water comes from groundwater sources. Groundwater is the water that is stored underground, including in large water-filled cavities called aquifers. It is formed by rain, snow, and meltwater precipitation, slowly penetrating through the …
