Biochar is a carbon-rich substance that does not degrade in the soil even when left there for millennia. It can also be used as a renewable energy resource. Biochar’s high stability and potential use in carbon sequestration inspired the combustion-based sequestration of carbon-based materials. Because of its capacity to trap carbon with little effort, it […]
What Is Wasting? As many as 785 million people go hungry around the world every day and 45 million of these are children. The eradication of hunger is a Complex Wicked Problem that affects 1 in 11 people worldwide, most notably in Sub-Saharan Africa, the Pacific, and Southern Asia. The UN defines hunger as periods
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Health, Human Rights, Society
The THRIVE Project is incredibly grateful to Dr. Ginish Cheruparambil, Martin Drewry, and Mishal Athar Shah for their captivating and inspirational presentations during the October 2024 Thrivability Matters Webinar. This webinar focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 1 & 2: No Poverty & Zero Hunger // Innovative Policies. With their extensive knowledge,
Recent years have witnessed huge progress within the scientific community to abolish world hunger. However, global warming-induced floods, droughts, and population growth in developing nations cast doubt on humanity’s ability to solve this problem. Food insecurity is a serious issue in many parts of the globe. This is further complicated by the COVID-19 pandemic, social
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Environment, Health, Human Rights, Strategy
African households’ overfishing has grave consequences for the people’s standard of living and the environment. Due to the cultural practices of the local population, numerous households rely significantly on fishing as a means of generating income. Households consider fish as the main protein consumption instrument that replaces the costly animal meat intake. Nevertheless, according to
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Environment, Lifestyle, Sustainability
In an era where sustainable energy sources are vital for economic and environmental well-being, biogas emerges as a compelling contender. Biogas offers significant economic benefits, from reducing energy costs and generating revenue to job creation and waste management. Biogas stands as a carbon-neutral, sustainable energy resource. It can serve as a direct replacement for natural
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Business, Science, Society, Sustainability
In the age of rapid environmental changes, the choices we make about what we put on our plates have far-reaching consequences. As concerns about climate change, deforestation, and resource depletion continue to grow, individuals around the globe are seeking ways to align their lifestyles with a more sustainable and earth-friendly practices. One such dietary shift
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Environment, Health, Lifestyle, Uncategorized
“Leaving no one behind”. What does that mean? In fact, it means what it says. It means leaving no one behind. In other words, we bring everyone forward. But what are we not leaving people behind in? Furthermore, who are the people “left behind”? Humanity has been treading a self-destructive path for quite some time.
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Environment, Health, Human Rights, Society
THRIVE’s November’s 2023 Webinar highlights focusing on SDGs 1, 2, 7, & 11 and featuring R Blizzard, R Lancaster, & T Abeywardana.
In today’s world food insecurity is a growing concern, more so due to the natural calamities and the ever-growing population. Advanced farming practices are crucial in supporting the global demand for food. Recent studies indicate that experts estimate the world population will reach around 9.7 billion by 2050. To meet this growing population’s dietary needs,
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Environment, Innovation, Science, Sustainability, Technology
