Happy Wednesday 👋 Traditionally, solar panels have had one job: to generate solar energy during the day… But researchers have recently flipped the switch on solar, completely changing the way … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that men are twice as likely to die prematurely from preventable diseases than women? Traditional stereotypes see men as tough and self-reliant, making them … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that not only us humans are affected by violence, but also animals? This often happens indirectly, when the people protecting these (like the workers … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Water is fundamental to all life’s processes, it’s the foundation of life, climate stability, and countless geological and biological processes. Yet sadly, over 2 billion people lack … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that there are 17 non-self-governing territories as listed by the UN, where people have not yet attained a full measure of self-government?  People in … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that penguin poop might be helping cool Antarctica? Turns out, penguin colonies release ammonia-rich guano that triggers cloud formation-clouds that reflect sunlight and cool … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 If you love chocolate, you’re not alone. In fact, we consume over 7.5 tons of chocolate every year! But what you may not know is that the … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that a third of the world’s food production depends on bees? However, unfortunately, our bees are under threat, with almost 1 in 10 bee … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that we can fight poverty and climate change at the same time? A new study just crushed the old myth that ending poverty means … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Did you know that scientists just built a magnet powerful enough to harness energy hotter than the sun? Yes, scientists have completed the world’s largest superconducting magnet … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that there are around 29 million nurses worldwide? Unfortunately, there is also estimated to be a shortage of 4.5 million nurses by 2030, with … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that leftover and overlooked green spaces are everywhere? Just think of all the land along stormwater drains, railway lines, and vacant lots… And while … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 What comes to your mind when you hear the word “bacteria”? You might immediately think of disease… and you wouldn’t be alone! But did you know that … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that 75% of new or pregnant mums suffer with their mental health? Despite this high number, many women go undiagnosed due to a lack … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 You might already know that the Antarctic Ice Sheet plays a major role in global sea-level rise… Or that the ice sheets experienced a long-term accelerated loss, … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 We all know that climate change is one of the most pressing and far-reaching challenges we face today.  And that it’s something that has been occurring for … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that about 1.3 billion tons of food are wasted every year? At the same time, it’s estimated that 828 million people around the world … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 You might have heard that Pope Francis died this week… …but did you know that his decade-long environmental advocacy created lasting impact by connecting faith with science? … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Rain is more than just a simple weather event… …it’s a life-giving force with environmental, agricultural, and social significance! And even more than that, it could just … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 We wouldn’t be where we are today without the trailblazing creative inventions from the likes of Johannes Gutenberg (the inventor of the printing press) to the more … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that very day last week, one Regional Winner of The Earth Prize 2025 was revealed? And the impact of these youth-led innovations is nothing … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Overall, we know a lot of facts about plants… For example, we know they make food out of thin air, “talk” using chemical signals, and have medicinal … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that dolphins are one of the most intelligent mammals on the planet?  Yet, threats such as pollution, climate change, and overfishing have drastically affected … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 You probably know that air is one of the most abundant and accessible materials on earth… But did you know it also holds a virtually limitless energy … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that 4.5 billion people around the world still lack access to essential health services?  Healthcare should be a fundamental right for all humans. However, … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that solar energy has changed lives, bringing power to millions without previous electricity access? However, as solar equipment ages, many systems are breaking down… … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Did you know that we produce 350 million tons of plastic globally each year? Plastic pollution has become one of our most pressing environmental challenges, impacting human … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that the number of species listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List has more than doubled since 2007?  Our Earth is in crisis, … Read more

Did you know that the Colombian government just created a first-of-its-kind protected territory—2.7 million acres of pristine rainforest? And this is exclusively to safeguard an uncontacted Indigenous community from miners, … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Did you know that tidal energy is one of our most sustainable and predictable energy sources, yet to date it remains highly underutilized… Not only does it … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that a single act of kindness can make someone else’s day?  It doesn’t even have to be anything extravagant as the smallest act, like … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Batteries play a crucial role in modern-day life, powering everything from small gadgets to large-scale energy systems. But despite their importance, they are also resource-intensive and can … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that over 90% of plastic waste is not recycled? Instead, it often ends up in landfills, contributing to the climate crisis… Recycling our waste … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 What would you do if our infrastructure got destroyed and our energy supply limited? It turns out that solar could be your answer! For example, solar power … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Although carbon dioxide (CO₂) is a vital part of life on earth, human activities have significantly increased CO₂ levels beyond what is beneficial. A big part of … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that groundwater provides vital drinking water for half of the world’s human population?  Yet, our groundwater is threatened by many factors including population growth, … Read more

Did you know that music concerts and festivals have a significant environmental impact?  These events generate substantial amounts of waste and carbon emissions… For example, a typical three-day music festival … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Nature is not only absolutely vital for the environment, but it also impacts human survival, human well-being, and our overall economy. Sadly, we are currently living in … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that just 6% of all pilots are female? What’s more, female pilots often find themselves the targets of discrimination, harassment, and workplace bias. So, … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that exposure to PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ has been linked to risks of liver damage, thyroid disease, and certain types of cancer? However, because these … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Did you know that 8-10 million tons of plastic enter our oceans every year? Marine plastic pollution is turning into one of the most pressing environmental challenges … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that just under half of all endangered species around the world are at risk because of invasive species?  Invasive species are non-native species that … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 We all know that pollution is bad for our environment and biodiversity… And that if we reduce the amount of pollution in our environment, we’ll help the … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Fossil fuels have powered economies for generations, but they also come with significant negative environmental impacts. And traditionally, the main way we make fuel is by using … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that a single act of kindness can make someone else’s day?  It doesn’t even have to be anything extravagant as the smallest act, like … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 When we think about cars and carbon emissions, our attention is typically—and rightly—focused on fuel consumption and exhaust emissions… But did you know that the materials used … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 ‘Forever chemicals’ have become a growing concern worldwide…  They cause numerous health hazards and persist in the environment for long periods of time, making it difficult, but … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Where would we be today without progressive inventors such as Thomas Edison and Charles Babbage?  Even in our modern world where we are faced with the threats … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that citizen science is a powerful tool for involving more people in research?  Citizen science actively encourages non-scientists to be a part of the … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 No matter where you live, potholes are widely considered to be a nuisance. Not only are they expensive to fix, but producing asphalt to repair them is … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that more than 12.5 million black men, women, and children were captured and forced into the Transatlantic Slave Trade? Since then, Black trailblazers, such … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that bacteria are found almost everywhere on Earth and are vital to the planet’s ecosystems? And as it turns out, they might be scrubbing … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that more than 17 million people were killed during the Holocaust, dubbed as one of the most tragic events in history? Although we have … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that there’s a Dam in Washington state that not only is the largest concrete dam in the world, but has also evolved into a … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 One of the ways we can mitigate climate change is to directly remove carbon from the atmosphere… And although there are many ways to do so, one … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that around 16% of the human population has a disability that significantly affects their daily lives? Disparities in healthcare are disproportionately affecting these individuals, … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know scientists just discovered a way to supercharge CO2 recycling using visible light, potentially turning pollution into valuable fuels? Well, I didn’t know either before … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Pollution is an issue that affects our social, economical, and environmental health. And it isn’t just a problem here on earth, it also affects outer space. The … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that the radio is still the most popular form of media across the US? Since its invention by Guglielmo Marconi in the late 1800s, … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that the world’s biggest solar plant has just been turned on? Located in California’s Mojave Desert, it generates clean energy for 140,000 homes! Let’s … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Our oceans connect ecosystems, help regulate the climate, and support the livelihoods of billions of people worldwide… …but like most things, they have also been seriously affected … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that over 47 million children have been displaced by conflict? Unfortunately, with wars ongoing in places such as Ukraine, Afghanistan, and Israel, more and … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Food is fundamental to human life and is also a cornerstone of many cultures, economies, and environmental sustainability… …and like many things, climate change has impacted global … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that 2,000 units of blood per 100,000 people are needed to meet current demand?  Reliable access to blood is crucial for the provision of … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that the concrete industry is one of the largest producers of CO2 emissions? Every year, they are creating up to 5% of worldwide man-made … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Climate change is one of the defining challenges of our time—one that impacts ecosystems, economies, and lives worldwide… But there’s a powerful wave of action and hope … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 No matter how you celebrate the occasion, the end of December is a significant time across all cultures to reflect on the year gone by! It’s a … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that fusion power technology offers a promising pathway to clean energy production? It harnesses the power of abundant fuels like hydrogen and lithium isotopes, … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Food production is one of our most vital industries. But did you know that it is also a main contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions? More … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that The Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments to the US Constitution) establishes and protects the fundamental rights and freedoms of individuals, limiting … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 With the holiday season in nearly full swing, you might have noticed that so many gifts and other products are still wrapped in plastics… But what about … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Coal is widely considered to be one of the most environmentally harmful energy sources due to its significant contributions to pollution, climate change, and public health issues… … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that more than 50 million people globally are still living in slavery? And this is just one of the many human rights violations faced … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that wind energy is on the rise globally? For example, last year the global wind industry installed a record 117 gigawatts (GW) of new … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Human-induced climate change affects all aspects of our life, and it is a problem that has only gotten worse over the past decades… Although active pollution via … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that nearly 73% of the world’s adult population engaged in acts of generosity—such as helping strangers, donating money, or volunteering time? And Giving Tuesday … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Black Friday is one of the most commercialized days of the year… But did you know that this is also the case for nearly all our holidays? … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that 1 in 3 women around the world have experienced violence at some point in their lives?  There is still a long way to … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Researchers are constantly working on finding new ways to create clean energy… But did you know that nature has greatly inspired many of their breakthroughs? Just like … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 A crucial, yet often overlooked, greenhouse gas that contributes directly to climate change is methane… Although not as abundant as carbon dioxide (CO2), methane is 84 times … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that 150 million people around the world don’t have a stable home? Or that 35% of the human population can’t afford a nutritious daily … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Great news: Just this week we broke a big milestone with our Impactful Advent Calendar and have now raised more than $10’000 for all good causes! Thanks … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 The current climate crisis is widely considered our most urgent and complex global challenge that affects all of humanity. Some experts state that we are at a … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that over two-thirds of all veterans in the US are missing out on the benefits they deserve? These people risked their lives to protect … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Did you know that there are over 476 million Indigenous people in the world?  Although they make up only 6% of the global population, they own or … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Did you know agriculture is the world’s largest industry?  And when agricultural operations are sustainably managed, they can preserve and restore critical habitats, help protect watersheds, and … Read more

Happy Monday 👋 Did you know that reading rates around the world have declined significantly in 65% of countries?  This alarming statistic runs alongside a historic lack of access to … Read more

Happy Friday 👋 Now that November is here (it’s crazy how time flies, right?), I’d love to share The Most Impactful Advent Calendar with you again. Quick question: Why not … Read more

Happy Wednesday 👋 Marine ecosystems play an important role in climate regulation, carbon capture, food security, and ecosystem stability. But did you know that scientists also estimate 91% of all … Read more