Dianne Plummer

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Hurricane Season 2025: Stronger Storms, Bigger Risks And Smarter Prep

1 day ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

IN SPACE - OCTOBER 8: (EDITOR’S NOTE: This Handout image was provided by a third-party ... More organization and may not adhere to Getty Images’ editorial policy.) In this NASA handout, Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm at the time of this photograph, is pictured in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Yucatan Peninsula on October 8, 2024 seen from the International Space Station as it orbited 257 miles above.
World Environment Day 2025: Real Solutions To Beat Plastic Pollution

2 days ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, Pine Bend sanitary landfill, the largest open landfill in Minnesota. ... More (Photo by: Michael Siluk/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesJune 5th marks World Environment Day, and this year’s theme, “Beat Plastic Pollution,” is pertinent as global plastic production has ballooned from 2 million tons in 1950 to a staggering 430 million ton annually today, according to the United Nations Environment Program.
Remaking The Future: Real Solutions For A Sustainable Fashion Industry

4 days ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

Mumbai, India: Indian workers sew in clothing factory in Dharavi slum. gettyThe global fashion industry, valued at $1.7 trillion has elements of mass production, exploitation, and disposability, and it stands as one of the largest polluters and least transparent industries. From fast fashion’s environmental footprint to microplastics found in human bloodstreams, the crisis is undeniable.
World Reef Awareness Day 2025: Bringing Corals Back To Life

5 days ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

On June 1st, the world celebrated World Reef Awareness Day 2025 under the urgent theme: “Bringing Corals Back to Life.” This day highlights the indispensable role coral reefs play in sustaining marine life and coastal communities and the existential threats they now face. According to the Coral Reef Alliance, coral reefs, which cover less than 1% of the ocean floor, support approximately 25% of all marine species.
From Closet To Bloodstream: The Silent Microplastics Crisis In Fashion

1 week ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

Every time we wash our clothes, an invisible crisis unfolds. According to Eco Standard, polyester, acrylics, nylon and polypropylene are synthetic fibers and make up 70% of the fiber market. As a result of this composition, 35% of all primary microplastics in the ocean come from the aforementioned synthetic textiles. Moreover, these plastic threads less than 5 millimeters long, are released in billions with every laundry cycle. The scale is staggering.
Dancing Turtles Rock: Why Turtle Survival Demands Urgent Action

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

May 23rd is World Turtle Day and the theme for 2025 is “Dancing Turtles Rock!”. This is a joyful call to action for one of Earth’s oldest and most threatened species. Turtles have been in existence for 200 million years according to Earth.com and that is in itself a testimony of their resilience even in the midst of the negative actions of humanity. In 2021 the global sea turtle population is estimated at 6.5 million according to the , but many species are under critical threat.
Nature’s Comeback: Why Clean Energy Is Biodiversity’s Best Ally

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

Over the last 60 years, Earth’s biological diversity has experienced unprecedented decline. According to the WWF’s Living Planet Report 2022, global populations of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and fish declined by an average of 73% between 1970 and 2020. Freshwater species were hit hardest, with an 85% average population drop according to the report. This loss of biodiversity threatens not only ecosystems but also food systems, water resources, and global health.
International Tea Day: A Field-To-Cup Journey In Sustainability

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

On May 21, the world will celebrate International Tea Day, a moment not just to sip but to assess and do some reflection. This year’s theme, “Tea and Fair Trade,” calls for a renewed focus on sustainability, transparency, and justice in a global tea market whose value is expected to rise to $362 billion in 2029 from $260 billion in 2023 according to Statista.
World Bee Day 2025: Bees Are The Unsung Heroes Of Sustainability

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Dianne Plummer

Every year on May 20, the world celebrates World Bee Day, a global call to recognize the vital role bees and other pollinators play in keeping our ecosystems alive and our plates full. This year’s theme is noted as “Bee Inspired by Nature to Nourish Us All” abd was set by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. This emphasizes their indispensable role in food security, nutrition, and biodiversity.
Forests: Pillars of climate resilience and sustainable agriculture

3 weeks ago | illuminem.com | Dianne Plummer

Forests are the lungs of our planet, absorbing carbon dioxide, regulating temperatures, and shaping the agricultural landscapes that feed billions. In the first article of the series, Forests: Guardians Of Food Security And Climate Resilience, the effects of deforestation and its ability to disrupt global food security, threatening soil health, water availability, and pollinators essential for crop production was discussed.