Lab-grown meat could soon be used to make sustainable pet food
One fifth of all meat worldwide is given to pets. What if it could be grown in labs? It will soon be available in the UK “As fit as a… food scientist’s dog,” said nobody, ever. But soon they might do – this week a company launched to bring lab-grown pet food to market in the […]
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Pets have big carbon paw prints. Lab-grown meat is about to change that
Pets account for around one fifth of all global meat production. What if it could be grown in labs? It will soon be available in the UK “As fit as a… food scientist’s dog,” said nobody, ever. But soon they might do – this week a company launched to bring lab-grown pet food to market in […]
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Four reasons to be hopeful about the planned global plastics treaty
Is this the beginning or the end of plastic pollution? A global treaty proposal is a challenge to us to dream. We should be optimistic because of this. 175 states endorsed a landmark resolution that has triggered negotiations for a first-ever treaty to end plastic pollution. It is expected to be completed before 2024. This […]
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The six businesses vying to be crowned Europe’s most promising circular startup
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How to become news-resilient – FFA
Submerging yourself 24/7 in dreadful news doesn’t help anyone, least of all Ukrainian refugees. Instead of focusing on the news, put boundaries on it and instead focus on concrete actions you can take. History, apparently, doesn’t believe in pacing itself these days. As if Covid was finally falling into the past, Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine, […]
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In pictures: the secret life of the UK’s seas – FFA
A series of underwater photographs celebrating sea creatures that live in UK waters. It was released in support of endangered ecosystems Scrapping crabs, stealthy catsharks and curious humpback whales are among the stars of a photo series that celebrates the secret life of the UK’s seas. The Marine Conservation Society (MSC), curated these images. The […]
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What went right this week: rewilding London, plus more positive news
In Wales, a community-owned windfarm went online A community-owned windfarm in Wales is a great example of the spirit of putting the power in the people’s hands. More than 900 people from across the UK clubbed together to buy the £2.2m Graig Fatha wind turbine in Coedely. Even though not all stakeholders live near the […]
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Seesaws are out, saws are in: the (welcome) rise of risky playgrounds
Research has shown that risky play is good for kids, and tools, cars, and even prickly shrubs are being added to adventure playgrounds. Can you imagine your kid’s frustration, when you tell them they can’t go to an Adventure playground? The foot stomp. The immortal: “But all my friends are going!” The Yard in New […]
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How to host Ukrainian refugees arriving in the UK
Thousands of people have signed up to the UK government’s Homes for Ukraine scheme. You might be interested in joining them. This is what you should know Within five hours of launching yesterday, some 44,000 people had registered their interest in the UK government’s Homes for Ukraine scheme. The program allows people to take in […]
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The lamps made from old umbrellas, plus other eco homeware designs
1. Desk accessories made from food packaging bFRIENDS by BeneThis collection of accessories for desktops is made from discarded food packaging. The collection includes pen pots and trays as well as a stand for mobile phones. The 3D-printed products are made from 100% recycled PLA, which is a cornstarch-derived bioplastic. At the end of the […]
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