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Happy Eco News is looking for eco-activists and non-profits to write about their environmental experiences and stories!

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We invite any activist, environmentalist, organizer, eco-artist, community group or environmental-focused musician to write a short article to be published on
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Today, we have a guest post by Kieran Mulvaney, a freelance writer specializing in ocean and polar issues, who writes about how Arctic communities are coming together to understand how to live among polar bears.

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Polar Bear Communities Unite Across Continents | Happy Eco News
Polar Bear Communities Unite Across Continents. While the capacity, the regulations, culture and language may be different, the passion for peaceful coexistence with the bears unites and inspires the ...
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December 19, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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A new molten salt energy storage system developed by Danish and Swiss companies can store renewable energy for up to two weeks, powering thousands of homes.

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Revolutionary Molten Salt Energy Storage Technology Transforms Renewable Power | Happy Eco News
A new molten salt energy storage system developed by Danish and Swiss companies can store renewable energy for up to two weeks and power thousands of homes.
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December 18, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Today, we have a guest post by Ivana Bilic, an architect, who writes about her project to connect children, birds and nature.

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A Place for Birds and Children: Our Story from Istria | Happy Eco News
A Place for Birds and Children: Our Story from Istria . From the first day, our children learned from the space faster than they learned from us. In the forest, they found their own little paths, thei...
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December 17, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Upcycled food refers to edible ingredients that would otherwise go to waste. Think of things like spent grain from brewing beer or the leftover pulp from juicing apples.

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What Upcycled Food Really Means, And Why Canadians Should Care | Happy Eco News
Upcycled food uses leftover ingredients that would otherwise be wasted, helping reduce emissions and landfill use. But without clear labeling or regulations in Canada, consumers may be paying more…
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December 16, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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French Polynesia has announced the creation of the largest marine park in the world. This new marine protected area spans the entire exclusive economic zone of the territory, an enormous 4.8 million square kilometers.

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French Polynesia Creates World’s Largest Marine Park to Protect Ocean Life | Happy Eco News
French Polynesia has created the largest marine park in the world, protecting 4.8 million square kilometers of ocean. The park includes fully protected zones where fishing and mining are banned,…
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December 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Today, we have a guest post by Jospin Issa Ludunge, the cofounder of the Green Congo Initiative, who writes about this organization and what they are doing to address environmental, social, and economic challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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Green Congo Initiative - Non-Profit Reforestation and Empowerment | Happy Eco News
The story of Green Congo Initiative began on the university benches, at the Faculty of Science of the Official University of Bukavu (UOB), in the Democratic
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December 12, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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Chevron has been ordered to pay $744.6 million in damages after a Louisiana jury found the oil giant responsible for decades of environmental damage to the state’s fragile coastal wetlands.

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The Chevron Lawsuit in Louisiana: A Win for Wetland Restoration | Happy Eco News
The Chevron lawsuit in Louisiana resulted in a $744.6 million jury verdict over decades of wetlands damage. The case marks the first of many lawsuits seeking to hold oil companies responsible for…
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December 11, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Unlike traditional solar cells designed for outdoor sunlight, indoor solar panel technology materials can capture and convert indoor lighting into usable energy.

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Indoor Solar Panel Technology Powers Devices Away from the Sun | Happy Eco News
Indoor solar panels turn artificial light into electricity, powering small devices sustainably. New advances in perovskite materials make these panels efficient and ready for real-world use.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Today, we have a guest post by Daniela Pereira, who writes about the origins of Wave Browser and its impact on the planet.

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The Origin of Wave Browser: How a Simple Idea Became a Force for Ocean Change  | Happy Eco News
Every movement starts with a moment of clarity. For Wave Browser, that moment came when the team at Eightpoint saw a simple truth hiding in plain sight:
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December 8, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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The recognition of Breda as the first EU National Park City marks a new model for European urban development, focusing on sustainability and the integration of nature.

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Breda Earns First EU National Park City Status, Pioneering Urban Green Revolution | Happy Eco News
Breda becomes the first EU National Park City, joining London, Adelaide, and Chattanooga with this rare environmental designation. The Dutch city transformed 60 percent of its area into green space…
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December 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Today, we have a guest post by Marielle Manansala from the Starfish Canada, who interviews Roots for Resilience coordinators Muzamil and Mahalia and learns about the inspiration and importance of youth gardening.

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Where Healing Takes Root: Roots for Resilience and the Power of Youth Gardening | Happy Eco News
Where Healing Takes Root: Roots for Resilience and the Power of Youth Gardening. Out of all the experiences I’ve had so far, one that truly affirmed this shift was my involvement with Roots for Resili...
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December 5, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Native title victory in Victoria grants exclusive land rights to three Aboriginal groups, empowering cultural and environmental stewardship.

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Aboriginal Groups Win Historic Native Title Victory in Victoria After Decades of Legal Fight | Happy Eco News
The native title victory Victoria granted exclusive rights to three Aboriginal groups, recognizing thousands of years of connection to land. This legal win strengthens cultural identity and…
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December 4, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Urine-based hydrogen presents a promising, eco-friendly alternative to conventional energy sources, harnessing human waste to power a cleaner future.

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Exploring the Potential of Urine-Based Hydrogen as a Sustainable Energy Source | Happy Eco News
Urine-based hydrogen could revolutionize energy production by using human waste to create clean, sustainable hydrogen, reducing environmental impacts.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Study shows nano fertilizers may reduce pollution without hurting crop yield.

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Nano Fertilizers Show Promise as an Eco-Friendly Alternative to Conventional Farming Methods | Happy Eco News
Nano fertilizers may offer a cleaner, efficient alternative to traditional farming methods. In a recent Italian study, plants treated with nano fertilizers grew just as well as those using regular…
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November 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Today, we have a guest post by Ajay Sawant, the president at ThinkOcean Society, who writes about the 2026 Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Contest and how the youth can take part and share why they think ocean conservation matters.

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Submit to the 2026 Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Contest | Happy Eco News
Submit to the 2026 Bow Seat Ocean Awareness contest Submissions for the 2026 Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Contest are officially open to students ages 11-18 around the world. Hosted by Bow Seat: Creative ...
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November 28, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Scotland’s ecocide law would criminalize large-scale environmental destruction with prison terms and unlimited fines.

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What Scotland’s Ecocide Law Means for the Environment and You | Happy Eco News
Scotland’s ecocide law would make severe harm to nature a criminal offense. If passed, people could face prison and companies massive fines. It aims to fill gaps in current laws, strengthen…
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November 27, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Today, we have a guest post by Parisa Golchoubian, the founder of Artterra, who writes about the Blue Earth Box Initiative and the importance of combining art and community to protect the ocean.

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Turning Black Friday Blue: How Art and Community Are Powering Ocean Impact | Happy Eco News
Turning Black Friday Blue: How Art and Community Are Powering Ocean Impact. The campaign runs from November 26 to December 1, and all orders will be produced and shipped after that. Coordinating produ...
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November 26, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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Scientists have discovered that ancient oak trees adapt their root systems to improve carbon absorption as greenhouse gas levels rise.

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Root Intelligence: How Ancient Oak Trees Boost Carbon Absorption from the Air | Happy Eco News
Ancient oak trees’ carbon absorption increases by adapting root growth and fostering soil microbes to improve nutrient uptake. This helps mature forests store more CO₂ and combat climate change.…
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November 25, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Hydrogel water harvesting breakthroughs are transforming food waste into life-saving water sources, with new bio-based systems producing over 14 litres of clean drinking water per day from atmospheric moisture.

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Hydrogel Water Harvesting Technology Turns Food Scraps into Clean Drinking Water | Happy Eco News
Hydrogel water harvesting technology transforms food scraps into clean drinking water, producing 14+ liters daily from atmospheric moisture using sustainable bio-based materials.
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November 23, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Today, we have a guest post by Devi Dwi Damayanti, an undergraduate student from Brawijaya University, Indonesia who writes about Indonesia's transition towards 10% ethanol-blended gasoline.

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Indonesia's E10 Ambition: Navigating the Chasm Between Environmental Promise and Implementation Readiness | Happy Eco News
Indonesia's E10 ambition: Navigating the chasm between environmental promise and implementation readiness. Indonesia stands at a pivotal juncture in its energy transition trajectory with the proposed ...
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November 21, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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California dairy farms have achieved a landmark reduction in dairy farm greenhouse gas emissions, cutting methane equivalent to 5 million tons of carbon dioxide annually.

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California Leads Nation in Dairy Farm Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions | Happy Eco News
California dairy farms have cut dairy farm greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to 5 million tons of carbon dioxide annually through methane digesters, improved waste management, and herd efficiency…
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November 20, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Dogs that protect penguins are helping save the world’s smallest penguin species on Middle Island, Australia

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How Dogs That Protect Penguins Are Saving a Species | Happy Eco News
Dogs that protect penguins are helping save the world’s smallest penguin species on Middle Island, Australia. Maremma sheepdogs guard the colony during breeding season, scaring off predators and…
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November 18, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Understanding the UK home solar panel installation costs savings becomes crucial as the Labour government prepares to require solar panels on nearly all new homes by 2027.

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UK Home Solar Panel Installation Costs Savings: What New Homebuyers Need to Know | Happy Eco News
UK home solar panel installation costs savings will impact new homebuyers as the government mandates solar panels on most new homes by 2027. While construction costs increase by $4,400-$5,300,…
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November 16, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Today, we have a founder blog by Grant Brown who writes about the importance of the upcoming COP30 meeting in our ever-changing climate.

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ACTION COP: COP30 Could Change Everything | Happy Eco News
The world's biggest climate meeting starts this week in Brazil's Amazon rainforest. For the first time in years, there's real hope for breakthrough action on climate change. But fossil fuel companies ...
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November 14, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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Visitors to China’s zero carbon island, Dachen, experience sustainable tourism through electric homestays and green transportation options.

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China's Zero Carbon Island: How Dachen Is Leading the Nation's Green Revolution | Happy Eco News
China's zero carbon island of Dachen has completely changed how residents live, making it the nation's first community to eliminate carbon emissions entirely.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:03 PM