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Green Documentaries: Food for Thought, Food for Life

February 9February 8Posted in MediaTagged agriculture, documentary, environment, farming, food, food for life, food for thought, green, sustainable, trailer, urban gardeningLeave a comment

“We want our food fast, convenient and cheap, but at what cost? As farms have become supersized, our environment suffers and so does the quality of our food. Food for Thought, Food for Life explains the downsides of current agribusiness practices, and also introduces us to farmers, chefs, researchers, educators, and advocates who are providing solutions. The film is both poetic and practical; its powerful examination of the connections between our planet and our well-being is accompanied by specific strategies that protect both. With an eye towards a sustainable and abundant future, it offers inspiration for communities that are ready to make a difference.”

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Where food begins [Infographic]

October 30October 29Posted in Food, Garden & NatureTagged agriculture, awareness, biodiversity, disasters, ecosystem, fao, food, fue, infographic, natural, resource, soil, Waste, water, world soil day, year of soilsLeave a comment

by FAO
(Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations)

Healthy soils are critical for global food production, but we are not paying enough attention to this important “silent ally,” FAO Director-General José Graziano da Silva said on the eve of World Soil Day, to be celebrated on 5 December.

Healthy soils not only are the foundation for food, fuel, fibre and medical products, but also are essential to our ecosystems, playing a key role in the carbon cycle, storing and filtering water, and improving resilience to floods and droughts, he noted.

The UN has declared 2015 the International Year of Soils. Help raise awareness and promote more sustainable use of this critical resource. Related links: http://www.fao.org/soils-2015/en/

How to combat Air Pollution [Infographic]

September 29October 5Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged agriculture, air pollution, air quality, change, combat, effects, examples, forests, green, greenhouse, Health, Home, how to, infographic, lights, natural, reduce, sources, trees, USA1 Comment

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Infographic by CustomMade

Air pollution has a variety of contributors from stationary sources, like factories and power plants, to natural sources, like forest fires and dust storms. Air pollution has been shown to have a direct link with health. Those living in areas with high levels of air pollutants have a 20% higher risk of death from lung cancer. It can also cause respiratory inflammation, asthma, and ear infections.

The good news is, air quality in the U.S. is improving, however there’s still a good amount of progress to be made. You and your family can help decrease air pollution by making simple changes in your home. From replacing a wood stove with an EPA-certified model to turning off the lights when you leave a room—you can have an impact on the quality of the air.

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Energy Consumption in Homes across Europe [Infographic]

September 21October 1Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged agriculture, carbon footprint, consumption, domestic, efficiency, energy, europe, household, industry, transport, united kingdomLeave a comment

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We are all being asked to shrink our carbon footprint by reducing energy consumption, but have you ever wondered how energy efficient the UK is compared with our European neighbours?

This infographic highlights the present and future targets for reducing energy consumption. It provides an insight into where the most energy is being used, and where the most effective savings are being made in average households.

The statistical breakdown emphasises current progress. It also indicates which countries are best at conserving energy. In the UK, we are not the best, but on a positive note we are not the worst either.

There remains a long way to go before targets are met. Nonetheless, little by little, positive steps are being taken across the European Union to reduce energy consumption.

How Monsanto took control of our Food [Infographic]

September 2September 16Posted in FoodTagged agriculture, control, crops, farming, food, food supply, genetically engineered, Health, herbicide, history, influence, infographic, monsanto, politics, seeds, USA1 Comment

Originally Published on Top Masters in Healthcare

From its early 20th century origins selling a suspect sweetener, Monsanto has long had its hand in our food supply. And that isn’t necessarily a good thing. Let’s take a look at the company’s history and its current practices.

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