How to lower your blood pressure naturally
People who suffer from high blood pressure typically show no signs or symptoms, earning it the not-so-cheerful nickname of the “silent killer.” It’s also extremely common: about 75 million adults in the US are affected by high blood pressure—that’s around 1 in 3 adults. So, how do
This washing machine cleans your clothes AND filters micro-plastic from the water
In the age of synthetic fabrics, 60% of our garments are made of oil-based fabrics which release microfibers when they’re washed. These microfibers make their way into our water systems, fish populations, and even our own bodies. Rethinking our shopping habits [https://www.optimistdaily.com/2019/09/7-essential-questions-for-the-eco-friendly-fashionista/] is
Organic Compounds Found in Plumes of Saturn's Icy Moon Enceladus
Scientists have detected new types of organic compounds in the plumes that have been erupting from Saturn’s icy moon Enceladus [https://www.space.com/20543-enceladus-saturn-s-tiny-shiny-moon.html]. NASA’s Cassini spacecraft [https://www.space.com/17754-cassini-huygens.html] collected invaluable data and images of Saturn and its moons over the approximately
The electric vehicle market now has more options than ever for prospective buyers
While it may seem daunting to invest in an electric car, it’s never been easier to find an EV that fits your needs and the needs of the planet, as more and more automakers come out with new clean models. We shared a story [https://www.optimistdaily.com/2019/
Researchers Aim to Put Carbon Dioxide Back to Work
“The big challenge is, how do we go from milligrams to megatons?” said Dick T. Co, a Northwestern University professor and managing director of the Solar Fuels Institute, a group that encourages collaboration among researchers in the field. “How do we make a dent in our energy portfolio when people
Never produce toothbrush waste again with this subscription service
When it comes to the conversation surrounding waste, there is one common form of waste that seems to fly under the radar: toothbrushes. That, however, doesn’t mean toothbrush waste isn’t a serious issue. It’s estimated that around 1,000,000,000 toothbrushes head to the landfill annually
Rocket Lab: Private Spaceflight for Tiny Satellites
Rocket Lab is a private spaceflight company that provides launches for small satellites to Earth orbit. Founded in Auckland in 2006 by New Zealander Peter Beck, the company established a second headquarters in Huntington Beach, California in 2013. Small satellites, such as CubeSats [https://www.space.com/34324-cubesats.html], weigh
Denmark considers beef tax to fight global warming
Taxes drive behavior. Cigarettes and alcohol are taxed to discourage their consumption. The Danish Council of Ethics, which reports to the Danish parliament, is recommending that Denmark introduces a beef tax to fight global warming. Globally, food production accounts for up to 29 percent of greenhouse emissions. Cattle are responsible
How design and disaster can spur climate change resilience
Extreme weather events are forcing cities to re-evaluate their climate preparedness. For densely populated coastal cities, the question has become how, not if, they will prepare for the next disaster. Rebuild by Design, a resiliency initiative that began as a response to Hurricane Sandy, is studying how we can use