In today’s edition of Squirrel News, the world’s fifth-largest economy is powered by 100% clean energy for the first time, a cross-party movement in Iceland is supporting an international law against ecocide, and Qatar’s first male fashion designer is breaking stereotypes.
California sets new record by running on only clean energy for the first time
With solar power leading the brigade of clean energy sources, California managed to set a new milestone by running its infrastructure completely on clean energy for the first time ever.
First male fashion designer in Qatar is breaking trends and stereotypes
In a community where fashion is seen as more of a female endeavour, Fahad Al Obaidly is leading the way to removing the stereotype by following his passion.
Farmers use EU carbon farming scheme to improve soil as well as environment
Industrial farming is a significant producer of CO2 into the atmosphere, and farmers like Kris Heirbaut are using an EU scheme to create better and more sustainable farms.
Bangaluru woman develops simple, affordable mechanism to save water
Lalithamba Vishwanathiah has spent nearly thirteen years developing local community efforts to reduce waste and envornmental damage, including installing 125 aerators to save more than 18 lakh litres of water.
Resale boutique owner helps homeless moms get their foot into the job market
Jacqueline Brown’s life-changing story began in a shelter in NYC, and after meeting Deborah Koenigsberger she set off on a journey that helped get her son into college.
Parents are instilling their kids with the power to face hate by talking about it
After unexpected conversations in the face of racial discrimination, one mother found herself looking to prepare her child to face hate – and many others look to do the same.
This Biologist uses his skills to tackle environmental criminals worldwide
Sam Wasser began his efforts against environmental and wildlife crime through DNA sleuthing in the Ivory trade, and now he has branched out as far as timber and Pangolins.
