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when was asbestos banned

When Was Asbestos Banned and Why?

For decades, products containing the material asbestos were widely used until scientists discovered the devastating health effects of prolonged asbestos exposure. When exactly was asbestos banned and more importantly why? Read more


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How a Digital Detox Can Cure Your Technology Addiction

All day long, our smartphones, laptops and tablets are turned on. But when is it too much, and how can a digital detox help? Read more


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What Causes Ocean Acidification? Can It Be Reversed?

Do you know what causes ocean acidification and if it can be reversed? Here's what you need to know about its impact on marine life and how it affects US waters. Read more


Performative Activism

Are You Guilty of Performative Activism?

Are you guilty of engaging in performative activism? Find out what a performative activist is and how to be a better ally without putting yourself front and center. Read more


Controversial foods.

Would You Eat These 14 Controversial Foods?

What we eat significantly effects our health and the world around us. Here are 15 controversial foods that provoke debate. Read more


where does trash go

Where Does Your Trash Go? The Ugly Truth

Where does trash go? The answer is more complicated than you think. Learn more about where garbage ends up and the environmental implications. Read more


non renewable resources examples

Non-Renewable Resources: 5 Examples Explained

These five examples of non-renewable resources will give you an idea of how destructive the use of them can be, and why experts insist that we must transition to renewables. Read more


Are fireworks bad for the environment

Are Fireworks Bad for the Environment?

Fireworks are a popular festive pastime. But, are fireworks bad for the environment? Here, we look at how sustainable fireworks are and their impact on the planet. Read more