Sustainable City Solutions [Infographic]

February 24February 23Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged ecogreenlove, energy consumption, energy management, environment, go green, green cities, green infrastructure, greenhouse gases, infographic, net zero footprint, solar energy, sustainability, sustainable, transportation, water management2 Comments

A sustainable city is one designed to address social, environmental and economic impact through urban planning and city management. Many sustainable initiatives are achieved by building eco-friendly alternatives into city infrastructure, such as adopting walk and bike lanes. Regulations and fines can also achieve change: waste removal orders have proven to reduce landfill waste.

While finding ways to help the planet is essential to sustainability, reducing costs and creating a vibrant culture for citizens are equally important. Through planned infrastructure, public green spaces, smart waste removal and more, cities can leave behind a net zero footprint for a more sustainable world.

Cities who reduce their risk of climate effects and other naturally occurring disasters will see less property damage, insurance losses and even casualties, making sustainable city practices a necessity for long-term success.

To learn more about the characteristics of a sustainable city, check out the visual below.

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Coral Bleaching explained [Video]

January 17January 17Posted in MediaTagged climate change, coral bleaching, ecosystem, global warming, greenhouse gases, overfishing, pollution, protect the coral reefs, save the oceans, sea lifeLeave a comment

“There are underwater cities filled with beautiful fish, lively vegetation and wondrous sea creatures! They’re called coral reefs and they are extremely important. Let’s explore these amazing ecosystems and learn why we need to protect them!”

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Go Meat free at Work [Infographic]

August 11August 17Posted in FoodTagged buy local, Cancer, ecofriendly, food, greenhouse gases, guide, Health, infographic, lose weight, lunch, meat free, protein, recipe, recipes, save money, seasonal, vegetarianLeave a comment

How reducing the amount of meat you eat can be better for your health and the environment.

While many people eat meat every day in the office, there are definitely advantages in going meat-free. While I’m sure everyone is aware of the fact that cutting down on the amount of meat you have can save you money and help you lose weight, fewer people are as aware of the link between eating meat and cancer. The International Agency for Research on Cancer state that there is a causal link between eating processed meats and contracting cancer and that there is a strong correlation between eating red meat and cancer. This research is backed up by studies carried out by The Harvard School of Public Health, who found that unprocessed meat increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by 18% and of cancer by 10%. Processed meat, on the other hand, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease by 21% and of cancer by 16%.

Another reason to eat less meat is the effect rearing these animals has on the environment. Currently the rearing of livestock takes up 30% of the earth’s surface and the livestock sector produces as much global greenhouse gases as the exhaust emissions of every car, train, ship and aircraft on the planet.

The guide below covers all of this and also gives you information on how to make sure you get enough protein and other ways you can make your packed lunch more eco-friendly, including a seasonal eating guide. Euroffice also added some quick and easy vegetarian recipes for you to start with.

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Climate Change 101 [Video]

December 2December 8Posted in Green Science, MediaTagged cause, climate change, do your part, earth, fossil fuels, greenhouse gases, science, scientist, solution, tips2 Comments

“97% of climate scientists agree that this new tendency is not caused by the variations of the Earth’s orbit but rather very likely caused by human activities.”