Mold exposure is a serious health concern that can cause various symptoms and long-term health issues. Mold thrives in damp, humid environments and can easily grow in homes, often unnoticed until it becomes a significant problem. Mold spores are a known allergen and may cause various health problems when inhaled. It is critical to act […]
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How Millennials are More Eco-friendly than Older Generations
Each generation handles the environment differently. For thousands of years, not much thought was given to the planet’s ecology. More recent generations have had to deal with the growing environmental threats posed by the human species. As time continues to pass, the attitudes of current generations towards the environment are clarifying, leaving younger generations, including […]
A Surprising Way to Make Your Home Healthier
We all know that a huge part of staying healthy is considering what we actively put in our bodies – how they will fuel us and help us stay fit and strong. But we often forget that there are things that passively enter our bodies that contribute to our overall health, as well. The average […]
How Has the Dieselgate Scandal Affected Air Quality?
The Dieselgate scandal broke in September 2015 but years later, carmakers are still busy paying off fines and compensations, facing class-action lawsuits, and recalling vehicles. Affected car owners have also been busy working with their solicitors, preparing what they need to file a diesel emissions claim against their manufacturer. The biggest impact of the scandal, […]
Importance of ESG for Companies and Investors
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is the main reason why some investments work better than others, and some start-ups always appear to perform better and get ahead of other companies. It is a framework for financial institutions and investors and on the radar of employees and regulators, who play a crucial role in creating resilience […]
Has the Diesel Emission Scandal Affected Our Air Quality?
In 2017, an Environmental Health Analytics study indicated that about 38,000 excess deaths around the world were due to NOx or nitrogen oxide emissions that went over the legal limits. Most of these deaths happened in Europe. With the way air pollution is going, it wouldn’t be a surprise if this number has doubled. According […]
The Benefits Of Recycling In Your Home And Community
Recycling refers to the process of collecting and processing waste and turning them into useful products. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans generate 300 million tons of waste every year. Unfortunately, only 32% of this waste gets recycled. The rest is either burned or ends up in landfills across the country. Burning or burying waste […]
How Do Environmental Toxins Affect Your Health?
We are exposed to toxins more often and consistently than we might realize, and that exposure can have serious effects on our health. There are situations where toxin exposure comes from your occupation. For example, firefighters, military members, people who work in oil or gas, and airport personnel are exposed to something called Aqueous Film-Forming […]
5 Ways to Improve Employee Efficiency
Any good boss or business owner is always looking for ways they can do right by their employees and their business. Improving employee efficiency is good for everyone involved and makes sure that the working environment you create is a happy and productive one. Here are five ways that you can positively improve the workplace […]
Getting Rid of Sharp Waste Disposals
Sharp devices are objects that have corners, sharp edges that can cut or pierce one’s skin. Most countries usually have their laws that control the discarding of sharps waste to protect the disposers from any physical, dangerous, or contagious menaces. The sharp objects include hypodermic needles, musicians, syringes, blades, and even blunted needles. Sharp disposals […]
7 Benefits of Educating Young People About Environmental Health
The preservation of ecosystems such as lakes, parks, and forests is the responsibility of the entire society, including children. Without educating young people about the benefits of preserving the environment, forests will be bulldozed, and what will remain is a land full of building complexes or shopping malls. That is why many parents and concerned […]
Ways Your HVAC Is Polluting Your Home (and How to Change That)
In most places, you need heating and cooling to survive – there’s no getting around Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. While modern HVAC systems have come a long way from the ancient ways humans moderated temperature, they still leave much to be desired. For instance, HVAC’s can be loud, producing distressing rattling and thumps at all […]