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1. Why composting is more accessible than it seems (and getting easier)

   Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:43:00 -0000

   Read the full story at Trellis. Food waste accounts for 58 percent of landfill methane emissions, the greenhouse gas equivalent of 50 million passenger vehicles. Composting is a critical tool in the climate change toolbox because it diverts food and other organic waste from landfills. New research shows access to composting across the U.S. has … Continue reading Why composting is more accessible than it seems (and getting easier)

2. Potential health hazards associated with heat and hair care products ‘worse than expected’ say Purdue engineers

   Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:06:00 -0000

   Read the full story from Purdue University. A typical morning hair care routine can expose you to as much immediate nanoparticle pollution as standing in dense highway traffic, report Purdue University engineers. A Purdue research team led by Nusrat Jung, an assistant professor in the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering, and her PhD … Continue reading Potential health hazards associated with heat and hair care products ‘worse than expected’ say Purdue engineers

3. Struggling to get in your daily steps? It may be your city’s fault.

   Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:09:00 -0000

   Read the full story at Grist. Can urban design actually motivate people to walk more? New data says yes.

4. Changing the Game: Community Based Strategies and Climate Mitigation

   Tue, 12 Aug 2025 13:44:00 -0000

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5. This 10-minute ozone hack keeps mangoes fresh for 28 days

   Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:58:00 -0000

   Read the full story from Edith Cowan University. Mango lovers and growers alike may soon rejoice: scientists at Edith Cowan University have found that a simple dip in ozonated water can drastically extend the shelf life of mangoes by up to two weeks while reducing spoilage. This technique, called aqueous ozonation, helps prevent chilling injuries … Continue reading This 10-minute ozone hack keeps mangoes fresh for 28 days

6. Green spaces boost children’s cognitive skills and strengthen family well-being

   Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:53:00 -0000

   Read the full story from the University of Illinois. Access to nature promotes physical and mental health, and it is vital for children’s social and emotional development. Outdoor activities also influence family dynamics, helping to reduce stress and encourage connections. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign examines how green spaces and outdoor structures near … Continue reading Green spaces boost children’s cognitive skills and strengthen family well-being