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The negative impact of fast fashion

Clothing retailers coined the term “fast fashion” in the late 1990s. The phrase describes the rapid turnover of designs in the fashion industry. A fast fashion retailer can receive new …
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Hawaii overtourism: What is it and what can you do?

The Hawaiian Islands are among the most popular vacation destinations in the world. They offer travellers many beautiful sites and a wide variety of activities to enjoy. Couple that with the fact that …
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Air pollutions was a factor in the death of Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah

Ella Addo-Kissi-Debrah is the first person in the UK whose death certificate lists air pollution exposure as a cause of death. The inquest into her death comes after her mother, Rosamund …
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What is overtourism?

‍In many cities and countries around the world, overtourism has become a significant issue of concern. Although tourism can stimulate the economy, it can also negatively impact it. Over tourism …
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Environmental concerns: What Is ecofascism?

The political and social movement known as eco fascism is growing in popularity worldwide. But what is it, and why should you care? Simply put, eco fascism is the belief that humans are …
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Eating less meat could save the world, says report

Eating less meat, particularly beef, recycling more waste and devoting more farmland to crops which can generate biofuels are essential if the world is to combat climate change, experts …
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Plus sized people blamed for global warming

As if they didn’t already have enough problems to contend with, plus-sized people are now being blamed for global warming. British scientists say they use up more fuel to transport them around, and …

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