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How 3D Printing is Saving Our Planet

3D printing technology is rapidly evolving, and its capabilities are constantly expanding. New materials with unique properties are being developed and made available for use in 3D printers. Combined with advances in software and hardware, there are now virtually limitless possibilities for us to produce using this technology.
Here are some of the nifty ways 3D printing is solving some of our most intractable environmental problems.

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Seaweed: The New Superfood Good for Your Health and the Environment

Seaweed is an often overlooked sea vegetable that packs a powerful nutritional punch. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber and contains compounds that may help protect against cancer and other diseases. It’s also environmentally friendly, as it helps improve water quality and provides habitat for marine creatures. Discover the health and environmental benefits of this super-food including some yummy seaweed recipes!

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No More Beaches by 2100? [Infographic]

If the sand consumption continues at the same pace, we will no longer have any beaches around the world by the year 2100. See the detailed overview of global sand usage and the environmental harm it can cause in this infographic.

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Celebrating World Oceans Day 2022

World Oceans Day celebrates and appreciates the world’s oceans. It also highlights the importance of ocean conservation. Learn more about oceans in this incredible National Geographic video and a few simple suggestions on how you can protect these awesome ecosystems.

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10 Things You Can do to Protect Coral Reefs on Your Next Trip

Fewer things are more precious and spectacular than coral reefs. These beautiful underwater ecosystems are essential for many reasons. Besides being home to one-quarter of all marine species, they protect coastal areas against storms and are a source of income to hundreds of millions of people. About 75% of these ecosystems face numerous threats that can decimate them. Here’s what you can do to protect coral reefs on your next coastal trip.

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How Can We Keep Plastics Out of Our Oceans?

Plastic pollution poses one of the biggest known threats to the ocean, influencing all ecosystems from beautiful coral reefs to abyssal trenches, eventually accumulating in our own food. This National Geographic video explores how we can start solving the plastics problem.