Tag: #E1

There might be no ‘i’ in ‘team’, but there are plenty in sustainability. And that’s the way it should be: as much as anything else, looking after our environment means taking responsibility on an individual level. A new German startup gives us the chance to focus on our own actions as well as those of other people. Need to reduce emissions? Why...

Ambition is fueled by creativity. Remember the emperor’s new clothes? Over the years the fashion world has invested more in sustainable concepts and stated to have made inclusivity a priority. But that is not enough. A Dublin-based initiative aims to empower young people and make them buy into sustainable living. Aspiring young artists and designers have the chance to make their mark...

The proof is in the pudding. One of the challenges in technological advancement is making sure it’s harnessed for the common good. A student-led organization connects fledgling engineers with experienced social entrepreneurs. Born in a dorm room, the idea has spread across colleges. Aspiring scientists with a desire to make a difference are offered three pathways to support their goals. They can...

What smells do we associate with morning? For many it will be the scent of fresh coffee brewing in the kitchen. But where do the grounds end up when the coffee is poured? For one Warsaw-based startup, at least, the answer is definitely not in the rubbish bin. Rather, by collecting and reusing spent coffee grounds, its team members have developed...

If the coronavirus pandemic has taught us one thing, it is that by working together we can find solutions to even the most challenging of problems. Isn’t it time we adopted the same attitude in other areas of our lives? One London-based startup certainly thinks so. Driven by the belief that achieving meaningful social and environmental change is within our grasp,...

Receiving support from others is a basic human need. But some require it more than others. Those carrying long-term spinal cord injuries will be delighted to hear of the existence of a Canadian not-for-profit organization that specializes in identifying and solving urgent challenges in the field. By pushing for global collaboration between theorists and practitioners, the aim is to create a bridge...

Heard the latest juicy gossip? Using cost-effective and eco-friendly solutions, a new Portuguese company is aiming to revolutionize the fruit business by bringing innovative improvements to its supply chain. Instead of being thrown away, industrial fruit waste can be upcycled and transformed into functional food ingredients, which are separated by means of a game-changing patent technology. Potential gains include natural enzymes, vitamin...