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Eco-Conscious Even in Death: The Rise of Green Burials and Human Composting

The growing demand for eco-friendly burial alternatives has fueled the popularity of “green burials” or “human composting” practices, which have a low impact on the environment. Traditional burial procedures require toxic chemicals,

Karmactive Team

February 20, 2023

Energy·Mobility·Sustainability

The Rise of Low-to-No Emission Ships: Revolutionizing the Shipping Industry

Low-to-no emission ships are poised to revolutionize the shipping industry, reducing carbon pollution and offering a cheaper alternative to air freight. This industry accounted for 2% of global carbon pollution in 2021,

Rahul Somvanshi

February 20, 2023

Mobility·Technology

Blade Air Mobility’s Electric Vertical Aircraft: The Future of Air Transportation in New York City

Blade Air Mobility, a helicopter transportation company that caters to New York’s elite, recently tested its new electric vertical aircraft (EVA) at Westchester County Airport. The all-electric aircraft, manufactured by BETA Technologies,

Rahul Somvanshi

February 16, 2023

Pollution·USA

Negligence Allegations: Lawsuits Filed Following Train Derailment and Toxic Chemical Spill in Ohio

A toxic train derailment occurred near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border on Feb. 3, 2023, causing evacuations of the nearly 5,000 residents of East Palestine, Ohio. The train was carrying hazardous materials, including vinyl

Govind Tekale

February 16, 2023

Climate·Sustainability·USA

EPA Announces $27bn Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund to Finance Clean Energy Projects

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the creation of a Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund to finance clean energy projects aimed at reducing pollution and energy costs, particularly in low-income and

Rahul Somvanshi

February 15, 2023

USA·Water

Flexibility or Environmental Harm? California’s Water Management Debate Continues With Governor Newsom’s Executive Order

On February 12, 2021, Governor Newsom signed an executive order authorizing the modification of state requirements that govern the quantity of water flowing from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta into the San Francisco

Karmactive Team

February 15, 2023

Activism·Climate·Energy

Environmental Lawyers Take Shell Directors to Court Over Lack of Climate Action : Is Shell’s $40bn Profit at Risk?

The oil major, Shell, is being sued by environmental lawyers, ClientEarth, over the inadequacy of the company’s climate strategy. This lawsuit, the first of its kind, has been filed against 11 directors

Rahul Somvanshi

February 13, 2023

Climate·Energy·USA

California’s Climate Plan: Innovations, Opposition, and Implications

California is taking an ambitious new approach to climate change, with a plan to eliminate the state’s greenhouse gas footprint by 2045 and cut emissions beyond its borders. This goal will require

Govind Tekale

February 12, 2023

Climate·USA·Water

Great Salt Lake on the Brink of Collapse: An Emergency Call to Action

Great Salt Lake, a cornerstone of Utah’s ecosystem, is facing a dire threat. Without an immediate and significant increase in water flow over the next two years, the lake’s disappearance could have

Govind Tekale

February 11, 2023

Climate·Plastic·Pollution

Record High Single-Use Plastic Use Despite Increased Awareness: Report

The use of single-use plastic reached a record high in 2021, with an increase of one kilogram per person compared to the previous year. This is despite increased awareness, corporate responsibility, and

Govind Tekale

February 8, 2023