Environment
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
The ‘plastic’ bags that dissolve in water
These are biodegradable, compostable and recyclable bags made from cassava root and natural resins.
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Eco fuel gains popularity after Mexican ‘gasolinazo’
The liter can be bought for 14 pesos.
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Illegal mining in Colombia is a growing threat
Ecosystems, water, biodiversity and Colombian’s health are endangered by the growth of this activity.
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Every piece of plastic made still exists
With decomposition lasting as far as 500 years, plastic continues to be all around us.
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Environment
Art’s role in saving Guatemala’s biodiversity
Protecting traditional knowledge of indigenous peoples can preserve biodiversity and improve the livelihoods of its people.
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Colombia bans small plastic bags’ distribution
No longer bags smaller to 30x30 cm can be used around the country.
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Wireless biodiversity monitoring in the Amazon
Scientists from Australia, Brazil and Spain will use a wireless sensor network to monitor wildlife in the Amazon.
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Costa Rica’s renewables conceal dependence on oil
Costa Rica produced 98% of its electricity last year without fossil fuels but the sustainable success story unravels with the…
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Bees are delivering natural pesticides
This environmentally friendly and cost effective process prevents plants from diseases.
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