The debate on climate action has recently been invaded by the term “Carbon Offsetting”. Peggada explains to you what is this thing of creating a market to exchange carbon and why this has been such a hotly debated measure in the latest climate negotiations. What is Carbon Offsetting? As the term indicates, Carbon Offsetting is […]
Read MoreEtikway is a community of sustainable fashion designers and brands, which offers a physical and digital space for their launch with the trade-off that all their products are certified by an international organization that proves that the mode of production is more sustainable. Furthermore, and taking into account that one of their great values is […]
Read MoreThe contests and science fairs held in schools around the world challenge youngsters to look for and develop solutions to problems that affect our planet. Peggada highlights some children’s ideas designed to help the environment and create a better world. Eco-Hero, the edible water bottle The idea comes from Madison Checketts, a 12-year-old American who, […]
Read MoreThe innovative furniture installed in Arroios, Lisbon, allows the collection of about 4 thousand liters of water, which will be used in periods of drought. Arroios parish council, in Lisbon, installed hydric urban furniture that allows rainwater collection, later stored and used to water green spaces or wash streets in times of drought. In total, […]
Read MoreThis recipe can be served as breakfast, snack, or even as dessert. And always with seasonal fruit. Today we’re bringing together two things we love in one recipe: seasonal fruit and zero waste. We asked Sofia, from the @sofia.broccoli.pt page, to help us come up with a snack (which can actually be a dessert or […]
Read MoreNo, these are not cities that run out of time. These are cities we won’t want to leave – more accessible, functional and sustainable. What if you could have your workplace and essential services just 15 minutes from your home? The urban planning concept – “15 Minute City” – advocates just that. That our daily […]
Read MoreThe project will have to respect environmental requirements such as the planting of trees, the introduction of beehives and the ceding of the land for pasture. The Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) has given the green light for the construction of a solar plant, to be called the Fernando Pessoa plant, in Santiago do Cacém, Alentejo, which […]
Read MoreA Rebundance vai organizar o Programa Evolução Alimentar 2023, com o objetivo de apoiar pessoas empenhadas na transformação do sistema alimentar para que este passe a ser local, sazonal, saudável e regenerativo, com as competências transversais e verticais que consideramos essenciais. O programa (130 horas) combina a capacitação em co-liderança com capacitação nas áreas […]
Read MoreIn any themed party there is a great tendency to waste. Carnival is no different, and so we share with some tips to make your party and experience more sustainable. Make your own Carnival costume One way to avoid consumption and waste is to choose to make Carnival costumes that can be easily maneuverable. The […]
Read MoreIf you have books that you no longer need, there are places that will appreciate your donation. Find out the best places to give your library a second life. February 14th is not only about Valentine’s Day. This is also the day that marks the International Book Donation Day. Peggada shows you some of the […]
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