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Climate Change
inspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
04·23·21
The virtual 7th Asia-Pacific Climate Change Adaptation Forum was hosted in March by Japan’s Ministry of the Environment, together with the Asia Pacific Adaptation Network (APAN) Secretariat. The theme was “Enabling Resilience for All: The Critical Decade to Scale-up Action,” with the goal of formulating National Adaptation Planning for science and technology, and energy and […]
Climate ChangeinspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
04·19·21
For Earth Day 2021, President Biden will hold a virtual “Leaders Summit on Climate” and has invited 40 world leaders to ramp up global climate ambition ahead of a United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland, later this year (COP26)[1]. The Summit will be held on April 22 and 23 that will be streamed […]
Climate ChangeinspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
04·19·21
Last March, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 pandemic a public health emergency of international concern, the highest level of alarm under international law. Since then, the virus did not spare any community or society. It has mutated and spread in waves globally, infecting over 131 million and killing 2.8 million people as […]
Climate ChangeinspirationBY Sam Colyer ·
04·18·21
TRVST is really excited to have been given the opportunity to feature the Jockey Club Museum of Climate Change (MoCC) on our platform. The museum is the first of its kind and aims to start important conversations and encourage positive behaviours in reaction to climate change. The museum actually has a big reason to celebrate, […]
Bamboo
guideBY Jennifer Okafor ·
04·13·21
Bamboo toothbrushes are quickly becoming the go-to eco-friendly alternative to plastic toothbrushes. Apart from their sustainable nature, they also come in various shapes, sizes, colors, and bristle styles. If you’re looking to switch out your plastic toothbrush to bamboo, we’ve prepared a list of the best bamboo toothbrushes.
Waste & Recycling
newsBY Sam Colyer ·
03·26·21
Welcome to #TRVSTLOVES. We curate news, ideas, and inspiration from across the world, demonstrating how real action can accomplish a positive social impact. This time we’re talking about recycling; the good, the bad, and the ugly. Let’s talk trash It’s worth kicking off with some recycling facts from around the world. We love a good […]
Climate ChangeinspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
03·20·21
The seventh session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development convened earlier this month with the theme “Building forward better: Towards a resilient and green Africa to achieve the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063” and to promote the economic, social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development. Amina Mohammed, deputy secretary-general of the United Nations, pointed out that developing […]
Positive ActivismnewsBY Sam Colyer ·
03·17·21
Welcome to #TRVSTLOVES. We curate news, ideas, and inspiration from across the world, demonstrating how real action can accomplish a positive social impact. This time we’re talking about activism and how both businesses and people are reacting to the social, political, and environmental events of today. Pressure on businesses to do the “right thing.” A […]
Climate ChangeinspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
03·06·21
The United Arab Emirates is the world’s sixth-largest oil producer and one of the richest countries in the world, with a gross domestic product per capita of above $43,000 as of 2019, according to the World Bank. As per its “Vision 2021,” Iis petroleum- and natural-gas-reliant economy is committed to sustainable development in order to emerge as the Gulf Cooperation Council’s, or GCC’s, […]
Mind & BodyinspirationBY Jennifer Okafor ·
02·20·21
Many people struggle with getting into a creative mindset when required. Our minds aren’t always willing to do creative work. We may suffer from a lack of creative energy or thought. Or we may be interested in creating something other than the task at hand. In such cases, we can benefit from improving our ability […]
Sustainable FashioninspirationBY Jennifer Okafor ·
02·19·21
Creating a sustainable closet is a response to the world’s collective discussion surrounding the fashion industry’s practices. Fast fashion brands capitalise on consumers’ constant want for the latest, trendy clothes. This further leads to the use of production processes that are harmful and unethical.
Plastic PollutioninspirationBY Jennifer Okafor ·
02·19·21
Plastic bottles and bags are usually single-use items; people use and dispose of them without little or no thought of recycling. Plastics are rapidly expanding as a section of municipal solid waste. It is a fact that plastic is not great for the environment; therefore, reducing how much plastic we consume is necessary. In this […]
Responsible BusinessnewsBY Sam Colyer ·
02·19·21
We thought that during this cold month of February, in the middle of a pandemic, it was a good time to share some inspiring small businesses with a big message. We’re looking at a couple in particular that help to promote sustainable practices and encourage us to change our habits.
Waste & RecyclinginspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
02·19·21
While protecting lives and recovery of livelihoods are at the core of national and local policies and actions, proper management of waste stemming from this pandemic – such as the use of single-use disposable medical masks, gloves, containers-- is an essential civic service to minimize possible secondary impacts upon health and the environment.
EnvironmentinspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
02·19·21
The Environmental Education Collaborative (EEC) which is a cooperative that serves San Bernardino & Riverside Counties in the inland region of Southern California, USA; is holding a digital symposium from February 25 to 28, 2021 to familiarize participants with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDG).
Equality & DiversityinspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
02·12·21
The 6th International Day of Women and Girls in Science Assembly, is celebrated internationally on February 11 to raise awareness on the issue of celebrating women’s excellence in science. Gender equality is essential to achieve peaceful societies, with full human potential and to achieve all the goals and targets of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable […]
Eco FriendlyguideBY Jennifer Okafor ·
02·12·21
On average, a single individual will produce about 4.38 pounds of landfill-bound trash every single day, according to the EPA. A family of 4 will put out more than 17 pounds of waste, a significant contribution to municipal solid waste (MSW). Reducing landfill-bound trash to the minimum requires us to live a package-free, plastic-free, and […]
Social EnterprisenewsBY Sam Colyer ·
02·11·21
Welcome to #TRVSTLOVES. We curate news, ideas and inspiration from across the world which demonstrate how real action can accomplish positive social impact. This time we’re looking at social enterprises, how they look to challenge the norm, improve communities and address social issues. 2020 trends for social enterprises What a year 2020 was. One none […]
Sustainable LivinginspirationBY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·25·21
Starting with a global pandemic, the year 2020 has been eventful. It is one that history will not forget soon. Individuals, corporate bodies, and governments all over the world all experienced our fair share of challenges. As the year ends, it is time to look at how well we cared for the environment in the […]
Climate ChangeinspirationBY Selva Ozelli ·
01·25·21
The global COVID-19 pandemic came as a dramatic wake-up call of the importance of Climate Change for our daily lives and economies.
Sustainable FashioninspirationBY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·10·21
Ever found an outfit you wanted, waited a week or two to make your purchase only to find the next latest and greatest on-trend piece already here? And it left you wondering if fashion trends could really change that quickly. That is fast fashion for you. Fashion produced in weeks rather than seasonally for affordable […]
Sustainable Living
actionsBY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·08·21
Our purchasing decisions are responsible for the consumption problem that threatens the planet today. Something as simple as a new t-shirt alone takes so much from the Earth. To grow the cotton to sew a T-shirt, we require 2700 liters of water. Joining the buy nothing new challenge is a great way to reduce the […]
Eco FriendlyinspirationBY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·08·21
From our morning skincare routine to our afternoon snack and nighttime meal, we consume palm oil products all day long. We may look at the ingredients list of products in our home and not know which contain palm oil. Some products list the palm oil derivatives used in the product rather than palm oil itself. […]
Sustainable LivinginspirationBY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·08·21
Below we have a look at the importance of common squiggly worms in the ecosystem. Read on to learn more about the different types of worms and the role they play in eco-diversity. Worms have become popular to keep or nurture for home gardeners or those seeking a more sustainable lifestyle. These little creatures can […]
Climate Change
factsBY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·08·21
The remains of dead plants and animals buried deep underneath the earth's crust form fossil fuels. The process for organic matter to become fuel we can burn for energy takes millions of years. Fossil fuels contain carbon and hydrogen, which we process into a non-renewable source of energy that provides us with power. Natural gas, […]
Climate ChangefactsBY Jennifer Okafor ·
01·07·21
Your immediate environment might seem in great condition, yet there’s no doubt we should be concerned about rising global temperatures. You may look around you and wonder, “Is the climate really changing? How do we know it is? Can we stop it?'' Below, we look at a curated selection of climate change facts that help […]