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COVID-19 101: How to stay safe, healthy, and eco-friendly
Even in the face of such extraordinary times, we can make a conscious choice to make the most of this situation – especially for those of us privileged enough to safely stay indoors at a place we can call home. Take advantage of this time to do some much-delayed house cleaning, expand your culinary mastery,…
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8 films to watch while in Coronavirus self-isolation
If you’re at home and are looking for ways to learn more about the environment, here are a few suggestions of the films we are watching. In addition to being incredible stories with beautiful visuals, you can learn more about our amazing world and why it’s so important to continue fighting for a just and…
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Covid-19: Compassion, Cooperation, Courage, Choice
We are witnessing many acts of courage, compassion, and community that provide inspiration and underline the power of people. We can see all around a resolute desire to not only survive but to thrive. Let us continue to join the chorus of collaboration and celebration of the best of humanity in the face of adversity.
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Health and the Reuse Revolution: Zero waste living in a time of crisis
In recent weeks, the coronavirus pandemic has sparked a wider conversation about how people who want to continue to avoid disposables, support reuse and refill alternatives, and push for zero waste solutions can proceed, while being mindful of health.
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Why I join ‘Oplan Hatid’ instead of staying home
as governments around the world struggle with the magnitude of the pandemic, we are seeing citizens rising up and braving the challenges to let fellow human beings—especially those from the most vulnerable sectors who have the least means to cope with the crisis—know that no one should be left behind!
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Who is FCF? Taiwan’s biggest tuna trader linked to forced labour & illegal fishing
Clear links between a Taiwanese seafood trading company and appalling cases of forced labour involving vulnerable migrant workers from Southeast Asia, as well as illegal fishing practices have been highlighted in a new report by Greenpeace East Asia
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How to protect your home from the virus and still be eco-conscious
It’s inevitable for us to be exposed to all sorts of germs as we go through our day, be it at the office, school, restaurant, grocery store, and what with…
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The fossil fuel industry’s “genderwashing” exposes another layer of their hypocrisy
Fossil fuel companies have for years tried ‘greenwashing’ – presenting themselves as concerned about the environment, saying fossil gas is a climate-friendly fuel, or investing a tiny percentage of their money in renewables to pretend they are part of the energy transition. Many of them even just change their logos or branding to look more…
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What I learned from the women fighting to save our planet
Looking back on the work I’ve achieved so far, I’ve not only learned ways to carry forth my mission, but also to give myself enough credit for it, so that I can inspire myself just as much as the women in my life have.
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Here’s how people power is tackling air pollution
We are in a public health emergency. An estimated 4.5 million people around the world die each year from causes directly attributable to air pollution from burning fossil fuels a recent study shows. Meanwhile, the leading contributors to air pollution – coal, oil, and car companies – are profiting while we pay the price with…