Every year more than 600 billion disposable cups are thrown away or recycled around the world. [1] And by some estimates, 16 billion of those are disposable coffee cups. [2] From plastic and foam to everything in between, coffee cups are responsible for a substantial...
The Green New Deal was first coined in a New York Times opinion article by Pulitzer Prize-winner Thomas J. Friedman. The evidence of the climate crisis was starting to gain recognition by politicians (2007 being one of the hottest summers on record). [1] We have since...
Since the first Arbor Day celebration in 1872, this unique holiday has helped inspire countless people to plant a tree—many of which are still standing to this day. It's no secret that trees play a critical role in the fight against climate change. In fact,...
At Terrapass, we often discuss the importance of respecting the planet. Each of us should do our part to make the world a cleaner, healthier place. Earth Day serves as a reminder about why that message is such a critical one to heed. As we reduce waste and mitigate...
Greenhouse gases are the most significant driver of climate change, and carbon dioxide levels today are at their highest point in the last 800,000 years. [1] Fortunately, there is hope, and it’s coming from a somewhat unexpected source—large companies. Many companies...
Forests are a critical part of maintaining a healthy planet. Not only do they provide us with many of the things we use on a daily basis, but they also play a key role in regulating our climate. Because forests do so much for our planet, The United Nations General...
While climate change can seem to be on an unstoppable march forward, the last decade has seen some wins for environmental causes too. One major victory for the environment has been a decrease in the use of plastic bags like those used at grocery stores. Cities around...
With the world population nearing 8 billion people, there are ever-increasing environmental concerns about how to make sure everyone's basic needs for food, water, and shelter are met in a sustainable way. [1] Feeding billions is not easy, and doing it in a...
South African born tech-genius and CEO Elon Musk made a name for himself at a young age when he sold his first software company, Zip2, to Compaq for over $300 million. After earning his first millions at age 27, he would continue to leave his mark on a handful of...
Birthdays are a special occasion for many. In addition to giving and receiving gifts, it can be an opportunity to reflect and give thanks for another year. Most celebrate the day of their birth by throwing a party and inviting their friends and family to attend. These...
