Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Eco Matters”
Ever thought about the ripple effect of your eco-friendly purchases? Explore how your shopping habits are driving big corporations and shaping business strategies. 1. Green Premiums Companies charge a premium for products labeled as “green” or “eco-friendly,” which often outsell their conventional counterparts despite higher prices. 2. Energy Efficiency Programs By investing in energy-efficient processes and technologies, corporations reduce operational …
Do you find yourself skeptical about what science claims to know? Let’s clear up some common misconceptions that you might have heard. 1. Climate Change Is Accelerating Think global warming is just a phase? Think again. The past five decades have seen faster temperature increases than any other period, mainly due to human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation. …
And this comes after park officials have warned visitors not to test the excessive temperatures, which aid in wildfires burning up California, at the risk of selfies. Too Hot to Handle? The scorching heat that is gripping Death Valley, which reached a high of 128 degrees Fahrenheit over the weekend, has claimed at least one life so far. Apparently, Yes …
As global temperatures soar, the economic impact of these extreme heatwaves is becoming increasingly severe. Here’s how these sweltering conditions are hitting hard across various sectors: 1. Reduced Labor Productivity Heatwaves significantly decrease labor productivity, especially in outdoor and non-air-conditioned environments. Workers face higher risks of heat-related illnesses, leading to more frequent breaks and reduced work hours. 2. Increased Energy …
Are you wondering what the next presidential term might mean for your wallet? Whether it’s Trump taking the office again or Biden continuing his policies, your tax bill could look quite different. Here’s a breakdown of how each candidate could influence what you pay to Uncle Sam. 1. Trump: Reduction in Income Tax Rates Under a Trump administration, we might …
A new law in Denmark has caused outrage in the wider farming community. Here are the full details. Taxing Livestock Denmark has become the first nation in the world to announce a tax on the greenhouse gas emissions of livestock. Cows, Pigs, and Sheep Footing the Climate Bill Yes, you read that right – cows, pigs, and sheep will soon …
Greg Abbott is in hot water with Texans. Why? Let’s take a look. Beryl Hits the Lone Star State Hurricane Beryl has slammed into Texas, and people are furious with Governor Greg Abbott. Mother Nature’s Fury Unleashed The storm roared in early Monday morning as a Category 1 hurricane and eventually weakened to a tropical storm. With it came heavy …
The increase in costs of goods and services are setting many Americans back in many ways. If you have a sweet tooth, you might have to dock out more money for your favorite treats. The prices of cocoa might slowly but surely lead to breaking the bank. So why is cocoa getting so expensive? Shrouded in Taboo Trade Practices Cocoa …
While President Biden claims he didn’t have “any authority” to provide emergency supplies to Texas, scientists are warning Beryl won’t be this year’s last extreme storm… Landing in Texas On Monday, Hurricane Beryl hit Texas (as a category 1 storm) and left over 2 million people without power. This was after the storm caused major chaos in the Caribbean as …
Budgets might be under threat this summer, as new data from the Energy Information Administration has revealed that we could be in for a sharp rise in prices. Here’s the full story. Summer Electricity Price Surge Hold onto your wallets – this summer, Americans could be in for a bit of a shock when it comes to electricity prices. Projected …
