Today on Squirrel News, police officers recover from mental health costs, Swedish companies collaborate to release an upcycled clothing line, and studies show the value of peer recovery for addicts.
Police combat addiction and mental health costs in this recovery center
Public safety is a profession plagued by mental health and addiction problems. Harbor of Grace in Maryland is one of only six treatment centers in the country dedicated to helping police, firefighters, and EMTs — and it can’t keep up with demand.
Upcycled clothing line promotes sustainable fashion
A Swedish home appliance company and a fashion design brand have collaborated on a fashon line made from upcycled clothing. Upcycling is a sustainable fashion solution where garments are made from reused and processed discarded clothing.
Indiana students learn new skills with European-style apprenticeships
In Germany and Switzerland, students get paid to train for jobs in the IT, medical, business, manufacturing, and other fields. Now those programs have come to high schools and community colleges in Indianapolis.
Freshwater microalgae may be potential source of biofuel
The biomass produced by microalgae might be a substitute for petroleum as a fuel source. This would help reduce greenhouse gasses and save money as biomass fuel would be compatible with most petroleum-based machinery.
German study pinpoints new methods to promote bee diversity and health
By combining hedges and flower fields, German researchers have identified several ways to help bee populations flourish. This method could be implemented even in suburban green areas.
The combination of reflective glass and light pollution has significantly contributed to avian deaths in urban areas. Here are some methods that can help protect birds in our cities.
How to utilize land for both agriculture and energy production
As land use intensifies, businesses and governments are often forced to make the tradeoff between food and energy production. Agrivoltaics offers to combine the two.
Innovative, touchable label as a replacement for best before dates
A new solution for inexact best before dates comes in the form of a touchable plant-based gel that a customer can use to “feel” the freshness of the product.
The deputy chief who revamped Mumbai’s Ahmedabad Railway Station
With an overhauled waste management system, solar energy panels, and even a forest on the station premises, Fedrick Pariath has transformed Mumbai’s Ahmedabad Railway Station.
Evidence of the Harpy eagle’s return is proof that rewilding efforts may be successful
The appearance of the Harpy eagle in the central American country of Costa Rica is an indicator for local authorities to ramp up already successful rewilding initiatives.
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