The gold from electronic waste recycled into jewelry! The manufacture of our technological equipment (television, cellular phones, (laptops) requires special materials such as gold or lithium. However, the conditions under which these minerals are extracted are often the subject of controversy. Indeed, gold mining is not without consequences. This industry is often talked about because…
Aging with friends in Denmark Although there are several ways to cope with old age (through family care, for example, or by being independent in the home), it is the option of placement in a retirement home that is most frequently used. Nevertheless, this choice may lead to contentious situations and several spillover effects.…
Quebec: Environmentally Responsible Fly Larvae Fight against overexploitation of resources and waste to offer a sustainable alternative in the food industry: this is the final goal of the young company Entosystem. Located in Sherbrooke, the company produces each day 100 kg of fly larvae intended for feeding to animals. Flies as a protein source? Fly larvae are…
Fashion trades for all Initially, Nadine Gonzalez created the ModaFusion brand by employing prostitutes and ex-prisoners to reintegrate Brazilian women into society. Subsequently, she turned to education and decided to build a free fashion school, Casa Geração, in the heart of the Vidigal favela in Rio de Janeiro. Then Nadine Gonzalez returned to France and…
S’cool bus, New Cool and Ecological Transport School transportation affects almost all children. Whether they come by car or by school bus, every morning and evening, children ride our roads and thus contribute to pollution. The ideal is to go on foot or by bike, however, it is not possible for all children because of…