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Mar 14 2024
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Burlington-Based Keurig Introduces Sustainable, Plastic-Free Pods
BURLINGTON, MA — Burlington-based beverage producer Keurig Dr. Pepper is introducing a new way to make coffee with its K-Rounds. These are plastic-free pods wrapped in a protective plant-based coating to preserve the coffee's flavor and aroma, according to a company statement. The release of K-Rounds comes after years of criticism regarding the environmental impact of Keurig's traditional
Patch.comMar 13 2024
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Network of entrepreneurs and creatives sustains local businesses in Grand Marais
Grand Marais is located on the north shore of Lake Superior. The lakeside town with its small harbor has long attracted artists and crafts people, including visitors drawn to taking classes at the North House Folk School and the Grand Marais Arts Colony. Grand Marais is the gateway to the Gunflint Trail and outdoor activities ranging from canoeing in the summer to cross country skiing in the
MPR NewsMar 21 2024
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Newcomer Director Sarah Plastino Talks New and "Sustainable" Approach to Migrant Crisis
Denver WestwordMar 20 2024
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An Amsterdam court has ruled KLM's sustainable aviation advertising misled consumers
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — In a decision hailed by an environmental group as a historic victory, an Amsterdam court ruled Wednesday that Dutch national airline KLM misled consumers in statements about sustainable aviation in a case that accused the carrier of “greenwashing.” Amsterdam District Court said in a statement that in some advertisements, that are no longer in use, KLM “makes
Associated PressMar 18 2024
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Providence-based Cleverhood designs durable, sustainable rain gear with a global reach
An avid no-car commuter, Mocarski’s DIY rain coat was born out of necessity. At the time, she was searching for high-performance women’s outerwear and remembers coming up short. So she made something for herself, and was stunned by the number of people who’d notice it and ask her where they could get one. Susan Coulbourn Mocarski remembers getting stopped in the streets any time she traveled
The Boston GlobeMar 13 2024
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Charlotte to get boost from Bloomberg nonprofit’s sustainable city initiative
Charlotte is about to get some extra help in attracting federal dollars to become a more sustainable city — it's among 25 U.S. cities selected for the Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities initiative. The goal of the three-year partnership is to help local governments complete sustainable energy, transportation, and infrastructure projects by offering support staff and technical assistance.
WFAEMar 12 2024
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Tri-level home sustains heavy damage in Colerain Township fire
It happened around 8:40 p.m. on Penarth Drive in Colerain Township.
According to fire officials, rescuers arrived on the scene and found heavy smoke and fire coming from the back of the tri-level residence. The main body of the fire was found in a second-floor bedroom, which had spread and caused severe damage to the structure.
Authorities wrote that there was no damage estimate
WKRC 12Mar 21 2024
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Trash bags, CDs and condoms: How one Minneapolis upcycler is changing sustainable fashion
Kristen McCoy used to make purses out of old shower curtains and CDs. This was in the early 1990s in the rural Minnesota farming town of Hoffman.So experimental design is nothing new for McCoy. She is equal parts designer, upcycler, professional tailor and problem solver.Her experiences led her to a surprising fashion innovation — making clothing out of non-latex condoms.For the “Ready or Hot
MPR NewsMar 15 2024
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‘A human issue’: SUU students brave weather to rally for campus sustainability measures
CEDAR CITY — Southern Utah University students rallied for change on Wednesday, encouraging the university to commit to sustainability and refuse to be confined by political boundaries. Approximately 40-60 people gathered on the SUU campus in front of Old Main, braving snow and hail, occasionally broken by sunshine. Students held handmade signs featuring sustainability-themed slogans as they
St George NewsMar 21 2024
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Alaska creates climate plan to reduce statewide emissions and fund a wide range of sustainable energy projects
Alaska has submitted to the federal government a first-of-its-kind plan to reduce statewide greenhouse gas emissions that drive global warming. It’s part of the Biden administration’s ambitious effort to tackle climate change. President Biden has committed the U.S. to cut its emissions roughly in half by 2030. One of the administration’s biggest tools is the Inflation Reduction Act — the law
Alaska Public Media