Plastics are durable, light, and versatile, yet they take up to 400 years to decompose. This prolonged degradation will impact 16 future generations.

Our excessive plastic use severely

Plastics are durable, light, and versatile, yet they take up to 400 years to decompose. This prolonged degradation will impact 16 future generations.

Our excessive plastic use severely threatens ocean health and biodiversity. Projections indicate that by 2050, oceans could contain more plastic than fish by weight.

After years studying marine microplastics, Abby Barrows founded Deer Isle Oyster Co. in 2015, transforming a side-project into a thriving family business. Discovering a mountain of plastic gear on

After years studying marine microplastics, Abby Barrows founded Deer Isle Oyster Co. in 2015, transforming a side-project into a thriving family business. Discovering a mountain of plastic gear on her new Maine oyster farm, she pivoted to pioneering plastic-free mariculture, now producing some of the world's best oysters. This story reflects the island's precarious present and potential future.

Patagonia shares this narrative of innovation and sustainability, underscoring its commitment to using its resources—business, investments, and voice—to combat the threat of extinction. Learn more about Patagonia: Official Site | Patagonia Stories.

Madison Malone and Kayla Jackson participated in the HBCU Climate Conference Poster Session Competition, where they presented "A Case Study on the Impacts of LNG and Chemical Plants on Communities

Madison Malone and Kayla Jackson participated in the HBCU Climate Conference Poster Session Competition, where they presented "A Case Study on the Impacts of LNG and Chemical Plants on Communities in the Houston Area."

Their exceptional work earned them first place, making them winners of the HBCU Climate Change Undergraduate Poster Session Competition.

Scientists recently discovered bats, like Tuvan throat singers and death-metal vocalists, produce sound using ventricular folds instead of vocal cords. A Danish biologist found bats use these for

Scientists recently discovered bats, like Tuvan throat singers and death-metal vocalists, produce sound using ventricular folds instead of vocal cords. A Danish biologist found bats use these for low-frequency calls. With their ability to also make extremely high-pitched calls, bats possess an unparalleled vocal range. The Center for Biological Diversity argues this makes them more akin to grindcore vocalists, who utilize both very low and very high frequencies.

The Center for Biological Diversity, a 501c3 nonprofit, works to secure a future for all species through science, law, and creative media. Check out our video to hear biodiversity-loving grindcore artists and see brutally cute bats. Learn more at biologicaldiversity.org or email us at center@biologicaldiversity.org.

At Summit 22, Timberland's Charlie Downes-Jackson discussed the company's regenerative ambitions, including opportunities and challenges in their transition. This video is presented by the Ellen

At Summit 22, Timberland's Charlie Downes-Jackson discussed the company's regenerative ambitions, including opportunities and challenges in their transition. This video is presented by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity dedicated to promoting a circular economy. Their model, driven by design, aims to eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials, and regenerate nature.

For more insightful videos, subscribe to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation channel. Explore our work further on the Ellen MacArthur Foundation website and connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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