Researchers from the University of Valle de Atemajac in Zapopan, Mexico have created a biodegradable plastic from the juice of the prickly pear cactus. Continue reading Mexican Scientist Creates Biodegradable Plastic Straw From Cactus
MYRTLE BEACH, South Carolina — As the summer temperatures heat up, many families will be looking for ways to keep cool. They will also want to entertain, make memories and keep their kids active. One good way to do that is to visit WonderWorks Myrtle Beach, where parents can find four levels of indoor nonstop fun, offering plenty of opportunities for people of all ages.
Continue reading 10 Things Not to Miss at WonderWorks Myrtle Beach
37% of U.S.-based companies surveyed expect to hire new employees in 2019 Continue reading Good News for the Oil and Gas Industry
Energy efficiency added more new jobs than any other industry in the entire U.S. energy sector in 2017 and now employs nearly 2.25 million Americans, according to a new jobs analysis from E4TheFuture and the national, nonpartisan business group E2 (Environmental Entrepreneurs). Continue reading Energy Efficiency Takes the Lead in Job Growth
Local “Salonprenuer”, Cyber Streets, and Inner City Cultural League (ICCL) team up to #RecodeTheCommunity and #MakeI.T.Happen in Dover with state’s first Robotic Community Garden! Continue reading Dover’s First Robotic Community Garden
In anticipation of National STEM/STEAM Day (November 8, 2018), STEMconnector’s National Day of Design returns with a Mission for students of all grade levels to design solutions for eliminating food waste in their school’s cafeteria. Continue reading Students Clean Up Garbage Problem For 2018 National Day of Design
Using the space around the solar panels as sites for 48 hives, the Eagle Point solar farm is using its land to save pollinators and help local agriculture. Continue reading This new solar farm combines clean energy and beehives
Brother-sister duo from Colgate University pitched a novel idea in 2015 to Jessica Alba, Jennifer Hyman, Neil Blumenthal, and MC Hammer, panelists at an entrepreneurship program: swimwear made out of recycled plastic bottles. They didn’t know much about the technology then to convert old, used plastic bottles into clothing, but as children who grew up on the beach, they knew plastic was becoming a problem. Continue reading How Two Young Entrepreneurs Are Tackling The Plastic Problem With Swimwear
To try to create more of a circular economy in the fashion industry, the outdoor gear company is launching a new line called Renewed, made up of old garments cleaned up so well that they’re like new. Continue reading North Face is cutting waste by selling refurbished old coats
FRESNO, Calif., June 5, 2018 –Sunrise Medical is a company committed to protecting the environment throughout its global facilities. Our environmental pledge was established years ago and guides our business practices, “Sunrise Medical is committed to environmental responsibility and our mission is to further promote green thinking throughout the global organization and our supply base.” Continue reading Sunrise Medical Celebrates World Environment Day
