ecofriendly
In Denmark, the tradition of using granite for gravestones has posed environmental challenges due to its heavy importation from countries like India and China, contributing significantly to CO2 emissions. However, Nikolaj Tymm-Andersen, a visionary stonemason, decided to forge a different path by replacing granite with a local resource: clay. A change for Danish cemeteriesTymm-Andersen's innovative clay gravestones, which can be fired and hardened like roof tiles, have garnered acclaim, earning him multiple European design awards. Despite this success, he aims to further reduce carbon emission...
Euronews (English)
Lawmakers backed tougher rules to punish greenwashing companies claiming to be “eco-friendly” or “less polluting”, after a vote in the European Parliament in Strasbourg today (March 12). The report adopted in plenary today was prepared by the internal market and environment committees, building on the EU executive’s proposal for a Directive on Green Claims tabled in March last year, and established that non-compliant companies may face penalties, including temporary bars from public procurement tenders and fines worth at least 4% of annual revenue. Companies will be obliged to submit their gre...
Euronews (English)
A green lifestyle can sometimes seem overwhelming or costly. However, you can reduce your environmental impact without breaking the bank if you adopt a few simple andfrugal habits. Keeping that in mind, here are 20 frugal sustainable living tips to help you save money and start a more sustainable lifestyle today. 1. Reduce your energy consumption.What is one of the best ways to save money and reduce your environmental impact? Cut down on your energy usage around the house. According to reports, the average U.S. family spends more than $2,200 on home utility bills every year. If you reduce your...
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Trying to be sustainable with your book purchases? Read on for the best recommendations on how to find English books in Tokyo while still living that eco-friendly lifestyle. On a recent excursion to the Shinjuku Kinokuniya, a spot known for its wide selection of English and other foreign language books, I observed a new friend taking photos of covers that caught her interest. She saw me watching and simply replied, “I don’t buy new books anymore.” The sentiment struck me, I had been trying my best to adhere to a sustainable lifestyle, but I hadn’t really thought about my reading habits. After ...
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