The forward-leaning morning newsletter for those
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June 3, 2024
Topics: Environment, Vermont, BYD, EVs, coffee, Australia, Starbucks
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🌏Simple way to lower blood pressure Ever feel like groups of societies across the Earth are acting like self-centered monsters? With the level of anger and frustration continuing to escalate so do our collective blood pressure levels. Would it not be a brilliant idea to find a self-serving cause to rally around?
In today's world, it is more important than ever to focus on doing good for the Earth. With the growing problems from of climate change, pollution, and deforestation, taking care of our planet has become a critical issue that affects all living beings. The significance of environmental conservation and sustainable practices directly impacts our own well-being and that of future generations.
Are you an advocate for making conscious choices in our everyday lives, such as reducing single-use plastics, supporting local and organic products, and advocating for policies that prioritize environmental protection? When we each try to be in service to others by protecting our Earth, we receive deep happiness and fulfillment. The commitment to common ground is a path to becoming more resilient, lowering blood pressure and making the world a much better place. It's a win for everyone.
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⬆️Vermont sets the course This state's leaders put politics aside to become the first U.S. state to pass a law that requires fossil fuel companies to pay for damages caused by climate change. The Republican Governor did not sign the bill, but he also did not veto it; thus allowing it to become law on May 30.
The Bill is S.259 (aka Climate Superfund Act) and it entails a report to be submitted by Jan. 15, 2026, which will enuerate the total cost to the state "from the emission of greenhouse gases from Jan. 1, 1995, to Dec. 31, 2024". It will include the effects on public health, natural resources, agriculture, economic development, housing and more. Three other states: Maryland, New York and Massachusetts, are working on similar legislation.
🚘BYD has new hybrids The Chinese "mobility" manufacturer now offers a two new "plug-in" hybrids with over 1,300 miles of driving range. Plug-ins use fossil fuel and electric batteries to run the vehicles for efficiently than traditional internal combustion engines (ICE).
AGREEN1 has noted that BYD has received billion of dollars from Warren Buffet's investment firm, Berkshire Hathaway since 2008. The company has used these funds to create impressive vehicles and the latest hybrid models are Qin L DM-i and Seal 06 DM-i.
☕Coffee, climate and concrete The most used material on Earth is water and the second is concrete. However, the production of concrete is polluting to the Earth's environment. Scientists in Australia have discovered a great environmental purpose for coffee grounds after they make a cup of coffee. They can be used to produce concrete, and in they in fact make it a stronger and less polluting material.
By heating the used coffee grounds, the scientists create a biochar that is added to the concrete recipe. This also reduces the cost of materials for the concrete, and of course there is less used coffee grounds going into landfills. The scientists are looking partner with Starbucks as a supplier. Let's hope this brings down the cost of Starbucks coffees!
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