In a world where energy policy shifts like the wind, is a market-based solution for clean power the answer? Renewable Energy Credits are rewriting the rules of the game.Continue Reading
As the global population is rapidly on the rise, the pressure to ensure a sufficient supply of food is now more urgent than ever. CRISPR, a gene-editing technology, might just be our way to redefine agriculture as we know it. From extending shelf life to enhancing crop resilience, CRISPR seems to be able to address the food industry’s most pressing challenges without sacrificing environmental sustainability and consumers’ health. However, it’s undeniable that a tool as powerful as this poses some risks and questions of ethics and regulations that we should be prepared to discuss.Continue Reading
As America scrambles for clean energy, one unlikely hero has been overlooked: the common hamster. Each night, millions of these tiny athletes run tirelessly on their wheels—an untapped power source that could light up our future.Continue Reading
Trump’s climate-funding freeze sparks ESG shakeups, investor doubts, job risks, and fewer opportunities for students eyeing sustainability careers.Continue Reading
Author: Mitali Srinath, Graphics: Anna Szymoniak The BRB Bottomline: Adidas’ recent partnership with Parley has led consumers to question whether their initiatives are truly sustainable or just for marketing purposes. The “Adidas outbreak” has flooded the UC Berkeley campus with thousands of students sporting the brand as their daily footwearContinue Reading
Author: Daniel Hou, Graphics: Sylvia Tirado The BRB Bottomline: As hurricanes strip power grids of electricity, AI’s ability to pinpoint erratic weather patterns has become key. Hurricanes Helene and Milton recently ravaged power grids in the southeastern US, leaving millions without electricity and causing billions in damages. As climate changeContinue Reading
Whether you thrift, purchase name brands, or buy from fast fashion companies, there are significant benefits and drawbacks to different modes of shopping that should be considered in your future fashion endeavors. Through an exploration of these different modes, this article aims to assist you (presumably a busy college kid) in spending smarter on clothes.Continue Reading
In Mexico, a country burdened by a policy-induced sluggish economy, newly appointed President Claudia Sheinbaum seeks to redefine the national trajectory on her terms. Her success, and Mexico’s, will ultimately depend on her ability to balance continuity with innovation and fix what is broken.Continue Reading
This is how the famous Missouri cheese cave came to be; its existence is a testament to the failure of the government to adequately oversee markets in the long run.Continue Reading
Transitioning from a linear to a circular food economy stands as a pivotal solution to address the pressing problem of food waste. This collaborative endeavor holds promise not only in mitigating environmental challenges but also in enhancing food security, fostering economic growth, and paving the way for a sustainable and resilient future.Continue Reading