“The Ocean Cleanup, a nonprofit organization, aims to rid the world's oceans of plastic. It recently debuted a device it said collected 20,000 pounds from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
Once it's brought to shore, the plastic gets recycled. For now, the Ocean Cleanup is using the plastic to make $200 pairs of sunglasses, funneling the proceeds back into the cleanup efforts. Eventually, the organization hopes to partner with consumer brands to make more recycled products.”
2. Pandemic lockdowns improved air quality in 84% of countries worldwide, report finds
“Coronavirus lockdowns led to air quality improvements in most countries, but the level of pollutants will likely rise as governments lift restrictions and economies swing back into gear, according to a new report.
IQAir's 2020 World Air Quality Report said human-related emissions from industry and transport fell during lockdowns, and 65% of global cities analyzed experienced better air quality in 2020 compared to 2019. Some 84% of nations polled reported air quality improvements overall.”
3. France to ban plastic packaging for most fruit and vegetables from January 2022
“France will ban plastic packaging for nearly all fruit and vegetables from January 2022 in a bid to reduce plastic waste, the environment ministry said on Monday.”
This is an example of what can be achieved if all the nations come together to fight environmental issues like these. If only all nations could come together to fight off climate change…
“This stone knife, shown in this handout image, dating from 2,500 - 4,000 years ago, is thought to have been used by the Algonquin people. It was discovered by archaeologists on Parliament hill during the renovation of the Parliament buildings in Ottawa. It is to be returned to the stewardship of local First Nations, and put on show when Parliament reopens. “
“Scientists are collecting egg cases from recently caught pregnant sharks, raising the babies and releasing them into the wild”
Or, alternative headline “Bull elk incredibly pissed off wildlife officers stole his bling because it really attracted the fine cows” :D
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