September 15th, 2023 By Amelia Harris Staff Writer for Wake Up World In a world facing unprecedented environmental challenges and a growing disconnection from nature, community gardens have emerged...
Category - Sustainability
Fungi Unlock the Secret to Biodegrading Hard-to-Recycle Plastic: A Breakthrough for Sustainable Future
August 17th, 2023 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World In a world where plastic pollution has become a pressing global concern, researchers at the University of Sydney have embarked on a...
Unleashing the Future of Farming: Why Agroecological Natural Farming Triumphs Over Chemical-Intensive Methods
August 14th, 2023 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World In a ground breaking study that promises to reshape the future of farming, a pioneering analysis has unveiled the undeniable...
The Dirty Truth: Top 5 Agricultural Toxins Impacting American Health and How to Combat Them
August 4th, 2023 By Ty and Charlene Bollinger Guest Writers for Wake Up World The modern agricultural industry has made significant advances in productivity and efficiency, but at what cost to our...
Study Shows That Glyphosate Impairs Learning in Bumblebees: A Wake-Up Call for Insect Conservation
August 1st, 2023 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World As the world grapples with the alarming decline of insect populations, scientists are delving deeper into the potential contributions...
How Bad Are PET Plastics for the Planet and Human Health?
July 21st, 2023 By Jane Marsh Guest Writer for Wake Up World You’ve probably interacted with PET plastics, even if you haven’t heard of them. They’re famously harmful to the...
Unveiling the Hidden Power of Fungi: Mycelium as a Sustainable Fire-Resistant Material
July 18th, 2023 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World In a ground breaking study conducted by researchers at RMIT University, the potential of mycelium, an incredible network of fungal...
Harness the Power of Chop and Drop: A Sustainable Gardening Technique
June 22nd, 2023 By Amelia Harris Staff Writer for Wake Up World Welcome to the world of sustainable gardening! If you’re passionate about nurturing your garden while minimizing waste and...
10 Reasons to Eat Organic (+ How to Spot the Fakers)
May 18th, 2023 By Ty and Charlene Bollinger Guest Writers for Wake Up World Nutrition plays a crucial role in maintaining our overall health and well-being. With the modern food industry’s...
5 Simple Tips for Going ‘Green’ Inside Your Home
May 12th, 2023 By Dr. Edward F. Group Guest Writer for Wake Up World As much as we look after our insides, we also should take care of our homes’ insides. If nothing else...
Sip Sustainably: Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Plastic Straws
May 2nd, 2023 By Amelia Harris Staff Writer for Wake Up World “It’s Just One Plastic Straw” Said 8 Billion People! Plastic straws are one of the most commonly used single...
How Hobby Farming Helps You Connect to Yourself and Nature
April 19th, 2023 By Jane Marsh Guest Writer for Wake Up World While many people might not think of farming as a hobby, it can be one. In addition to being an enjoyable pastime for nature lovers...