Golden sands, rolling waves, and…plastic bottles? This is a stark reality that many beachgoers encounter, with millions of metric tons of plastic finding its way into our oceans. Beach litter, a depressing consequence of our throwaway culture, has risen to alarming levels. However, Queensland’s container deposit scheme, introduced in 2019, offers a glimmer of hope, as recent data suggests. The […]
In the past century, a silent invader has been making its presence felt from the icy expanses of the North Pole to the southernmost tip of the South Pole. This invader, global warming, has caused the global average surface temperature to rise by over 1.6 degrees Fahrenheit since 1906. Even more alarming is the disproportionate effect on the Earth’s polar […]
As global temperatures continue their upward trajectory, the term “climate change” has become an omnipresent phrase in daily discourse. Yet, many remain perplexed about its fundamental nature and implications. We break it down for you, addressing the issue from its causes to its consequences and the collective action being taken to mitigate its effects. Climate Change Demystified At its core, […]