Pandemic sets back on Earth Overload Day

Pandemic sets back on Earth Overload Day

Search found 9.3% reduction in humanity's ecological footprint by 2020. Earth Overload Day this year is on August 22ndImage of Elena Mozhvilo on UnsplashThe new coronavirus pandemic has delayed the arrival of Earth Overload Day. According to researchers, this is because the rate at which humanity consumes Earth's resources has dramatically decreased as a result of Covid-19.
Traditional shampoo components can cause environmental and health problems

Traditional shampoo components can cause environmental and health problems

Eutrophication and difficulty in incorporating oxygen in aquatic environments are some of the problems caused. Check out the list of the most common itemsThere are shampoos for straight, curly, dyed hair and a multitude of other types. But if you've read the list of shampoo components, you may have noticed that there are several items with strange names, the effects of which we don't know about.
Portable filter purifies any type of water at a speed of 2.5 liters per minute

Portable filter purifies any type of water at a speed of 2.5 liters per minute

The portable purifier is already on sale and has numerous advantages over competitorsO MSR Guardian is a portable water purifier that features advanced technology as well as being easy to use and carry. It was made to be used anywhere in the world, on trips, hiking, camping, getting clean drinking water quickly from almost any source.
How to recycle window envelopes?

How to recycle window envelopes?

paper "plastic"Even with the little transparent windows, this type of envelope can be perfectly recycled. However, think twice before doing this. Maybe it can't be useful to you any other way. As it is a material made of cellulose, it is not necessary to separate the "plastic from the paper" when recycling envelopes with window.
Designer creates chicken coop that can even be installed in apartments

Designer creates chicken coop that can even be installed in apartments

Baptized as "The Moop", the chicken coop is made of pre-molded and occupies an area of ​​14 m²There are different types of chicken coops. But have you ever seen one that fits inside an apartment? The model created by the North American architectural firm Nottoscale has a different design from the others. The
What You Need to Know About Fabric Mask Effectiveness

What You Need to Know About Fabric Mask Effectiveness

A study points out that used materials, thread counts, mix of fabric types and correct fit are essential for good protectionEdited and resized image by Vera Davidova is available on UnsplashThe protective mask is an item whose demand increases in periods of outbreaks, epidemics or pandemics of infectious diseases that are spread through aerosols (respiratory droplets), as is the case with the Covid-19 pandemic.
Six tips for being more sustainable at the office

Six tips for being more sustainable at the office

A few simple actions help keep your footprint lighter in the work environmentWe spend most of the day inside an office, but we don't always adopt practices that have a “lighter footprint”. There are people who, at home, separate the garbage, avoid wasting energy and water, but in the workplace they don't worry about these things. To
Idea of ​​students, thermal blanket that reduces temperature becomes a reality in Ceará

Idea of ​​students, thermal blanket that reduces temperature becomes a reality in Ceará

The collected material is transformed into thermal insulation blankets for needy families in the region that suffer from the heat. Project can also be a source of income for parents of studentsAt the Dr. José Alves da Silveira State School, located in the municipality of Quixeramobim, in the state of Ceará, five students from the first year of the technical building course had a great idea: to reuse long-life packaging in the manufacture of blankets to be installed in linings of the houses.
Dutch project transforms used toilet paper into asphalt and bioplastics

Dutch project transforms used toilet paper into asphalt and bioplastics

After being treated and filtered, the cellulose present in discarded paper can be used for paving bike lanes and even in bioplastics and construction materialsAlways very engaged in recycling and sustainability projects, the Netherlands now has a project that is recycling used toilet paper to make use of its fibers.
Film about the history of plastic has free online premiere

Film about the history of plastic has free online premiere

From the same creators of "The History of Things" (Story of Stuff), the film "The History of Plastic" shows the real causes of the plastic pollution crisisMarc Newberry edited and resized image is available on UnsplashFrom the same creators of “The History of Things” (Story of Stuff), the film " The History of Plastics "shows the real causes of the plastic pollution crisis and the heroes who are making a difference to change it. It
Everything you need to know about pet hygiene in the new coronavirus pandemic

Everything you need to know about pet hygiene in the new coronavirus pandemic

Dogs and cats do not transmit the new coronavirus, but they must be quarantined and have up-to-date pet hygieneEdited and resized image by Autri Taheri is available on UnsplashKnowing how to properly clean your pet it is essential to keep his health up to date, whether cat or dog. To find out how best to care for your pet, the eCycle portal interviewed the veterinarian Eduardo Ferreira Serafim.
Wash your clothes in cold water to save energy

Wash your clothes in cold water to save energy

Save energy and money when washing clothes. Leave hot water only for certain occasionsHousehold activities require a lot of energy. Electric showers are among those that consume the most, but washing machines are not far behind. As they are very necessary on a daily basis, reducing the impact of problems due to their constant use can be done through a conscious way of using the equipment.
COP24: countries set rules to implement Paris Agreement

COP24: countries set rules to implement Paris Agreement

After two weeks of negotiations, officials gathered in Poland for COP24 arrive at a set of guidelines to implement the Paris AgreementImage: UNFCCCAfter two weeks of negotiations, the nearly 200 people gathered in Katowice, Poland, for the UN Conference on Climate Change (COP 24) adopted on Saturday (15) a “robust” set of guidelines to implement the Paris Agreement, aiming to keep global warming well below 2°C compared to pre-industrial levels.Limi
What to do with broken headphones and webcams?

What to do with broken headphones and webcams?

plastic and metalA broken headset is no surprise to anyone, and a broken webcam doesn't serve its purpose much. The essential accessories for anyone who enjoys a minimum of comfort on the internet are basically made of plastics and metals. In other words, recycling is possible! Options abound Look for a technician to fix your broken headset or webcam so you can reuse, sell or donate them.
Learn how to make bottle lamps at Sesc Vila Mariana, in São Paulo

Learn how to make bottle lamps at Sesc Vila Mariana, in São Paulo

Recycle turning glass bottles into light fixturesOriginal source: 9 Steps to Becoming a Wine ExpertThe accumulation of garbage is one of the biggest problems in our society. One way to alleviate this problem is by reusing items. The staff at Sesc Vila Mariana, in São Paulo, had the brilliant idea of ​​showing people a creative way of reusing materials that would otherwise be discarded... I
Company launches waterproofing that promises to repel "almost any liquid"

Company launches waterproofing that promises to repel "almost any liquid"

Product demo video already has over 4 million viewsThe use of non-stick and waterproofing chemical compounds is extremely controversial, raising questions about their benefits against the environmental and health problems they cause. But there is a new product on the market that claims, at least for the time being, has resolved the issue.
What to do with old stabilizers?

What to do with old stabilizers?

Collection stations for recycling electronics in general are the best destinations for stabilizers when their useful life has already come to an end.Stabilizers are electronic devices responsible for correcting mains voltage and protecting other electronic items connected to them. The sale of this type of product began in Brazil in the 1940s, due to the poor quality of the electricity distribution service.
Free class teaches how to make natural soap against COVID-19

Free class teaches how to make natural soap against COVID-19

Online edition aims to encourage people to make their own soap for their own use and donationEdited and resized freestocks image is available on UnsplashIt seems simple: washing your hands frequently and with great care is the main recommendation of the Ministry of Health for the prevention of the new coronavirus.
Portable air conditioner runs on water and uses little energy

Portable air conditioner runs on water and uses little energy

Evapolar is square box-shaped and weighs 1.6 kgImage: Evapolar DisclosureImagine a portable air conditioner that does not require installation costs and can be powered with water. An startup Russian is taking this idea off paper with the evaporate.The device is shaped like a square box, weighs 1.6 kg and has dimensions of 16 cm.
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