Solar power is quickly becoming the energy option of choice in residential neighborhoods. At an average annual growth rate of 24%, solar energy has seen a steady increase in popularity across North America. Prices for residential solar power have also dropped 36% over the past five years, making renewable energy more affordable than ever before. As solar power becomes more attainable for…

There are several benefits of choosing rural life. You can live in a tighter-knit community, have room to spread out, and enjoy a lower cost of living. However, rural life also comes with significant drawbacks. Rural residents are more likely to live in banking deserts, where the nearest bank is more than 10 miles from the center of the census tract. This means they have to travel farther to…

At its core, being carbon-neutral means that any emissions a business creates are offset by activities such as reforestation and renewable energy investment. This doesn't mean that companies must stop producing emissions, but they must reduce their carbon footprint and offset any remaining emissions. Becoming carbon-neutral is challenging, but there are steps to get there. Understanding…

More candidates look for sustainability when applying to companies and expect their employers to consider the environment in their decision-making. According to a report by Gartner, 67% of employees say sustainability is highly important, but only 16% say their organization has the knowledge and mindset to embrace sustainable practices. There are multiple ways to invest in sustainable…

Sustainable investing seeks to balance profitability with a positive impact on society. Investors guided by the sustainable investing philosophy often consider a company's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance in addition to its financial health. Companies often tout various ESG metrics as part of their financial reporting because investors have shown rapidly growing…

As the realities of climate change and environmental degradation continue, it's clear that a sustainable future is desirable and necessary. However, renewable energies, though a good alternative to reliance on fossil fuels, are not without their own challenges. High costs, efficiency challenges and waste production are all consistent hurdles to widespread adoption of renewables. For these…

Advanced materials are engineered substances that offer superior properties or novel functionalities compared to conventional materials. The specific needs and qualities of these materials can vary by industry. For instance, materials that meet performance requirements in industries such as aerospace, healthcare, and agriculture will likely have very different properties due to the nature of…