Coca-Cola has announced that all of its bottles will be made from at least 50% recycled plastic by the year 2030. It seems that they are determined to stand by this commitment as they are actively manufacturing bottles using recycled plastic. At this point, the bottles made from recycled plastics are small batches and only contain 25%...
Allen Iverson was a trailblazer during his time in the NBA. Not only did he solidify his spot as one of the greatest scoring point guards of all time, but his impact on style and creativity is also unmatched. Everyone remembers his signature and unapologetic look; the braids, the chains, the baggy clothes, the hip-hop influence. He was...
Hemp has been known to be a durable crop with many different uses. In fact, people were actually able to make hempcrete from hemp to build homes. Now, there is a new method of making hemp building materials. Perth-based bio-technology company Mirreco has revealed plans to roll out 3D printed hemp homes. They have developed innovative, carbon-neutral hemp panels for residential and...
Technology is constantly changing for the better as we progress as a society. We've seen a lot of progress and innovation in the transportation industry specifically. The last big innovation we have seen in the transportation realm is the introduction of ride-sharing (i.e. Uber and Lyft). More recently shared electric scooters have gained popularity in major cities. What...
Elon Musk has expressed many grand ideas and plans for the future, but one of his more lofty goals has to be his plans for colonizing Mars. His Starship Rocket was merely a concept on paper for years, but he finally has unveiled a physical prototype of the starship. The huge rocket is covered with stainless steel and has...
BostonDynamics continues to show their innovativeness through their youtube channel. They consistently post videos of their robots doing various activities. We've seen robots open doors, move boxes, and get up after being knocked down. One of their latest videos is probably their most impressive though. In the video, their robot "Atlas" uses its entire body and range of...
There are many great benefits of having houseplants in your home, besides them being aesthetically pleasing. They can clean the air and help you breathe better. In addition, they can even help boost your mood and reduce stress levels. Maintaining houseplants isn't a strong point for everyone though. We have all had a plant that has died on...
Burger King is one of the heavy hitters in the fast-food game, with over 16,000 restaurants around the World. When you are that big, it is important to think about the impact your production has on the environment. It seems as if they have been thinking about it, however, as they have just made a huge announcement. They are removing...
“Plastic waste is one of the biggest sustainability issues the world is facing today,” “Tackling it requires a collective approach. We are committed to finding improved solutions to reduce, re-use and recycle. Our ambition is to achieve 100% recyclable or reusable packaging by 2025.” These are words from Nestlé CEO Mark Schneider, and they are powerful indeed. Having 100%...
Back in 1941, Henry Ford created a car made entirely from plastic that was said to have used cellulose from hemp, soybeans, and wheat in its structure. Now, over 70 years later, Porsche has decided to make a car constructed with hemp. The 718 Cayman GT4 Sportsclub contains doors that use and organic fiber mixture based largely from hemp...
Around the world, there are major environmental issues that need to be addressed but it seems that in the fast-paced settings of major cities these issues are amplified. For example, in New York alone, 23 billion plastic bags are used every year, thats 44,000 bags used every New York minute. Experimental designer Valentino Vettori wanted to bring awareness to...
Lebron James has been a dominant force in the NBA for years and an athlete like no other. His unique athletic ability and talent on the basketball court has brought him many accolades over the years, and although his legacy isn't over yet Nike is already starting to honor him. Lebron has been loyal to the Nike brand...
