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GOOD Oceans Invite Exploration

Exploring Our Amazing Ocean is an interactive activity and coloring book authored by S. Emerson Green. In celebration of World Oceans Day and National Oceans Month, this book offers a captivating experience to help us better understand our vast oceans. With nearly 160 pages of STREAM activities, readers of all ages will learn about marine life, ocean geography, sustainability, and more.

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Jane Goodall’s newest IMAX film, "Reasons for Hope," premiered June 2 at the Arizona Science Center. Managing Editor Shelby Tuttle got the chance to sit down with Goodall to discuss the film and her thoughts on hope for the planet.

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Green Living was delighted to be present at the 15th Annual Meet the Mayors Lunch hosted by the West Valley Women's Networking Association in June. The event saw a remarkable turnout, and we had a wonderful time listening to the inspiring speeches delivered by esteemed leaders of the West Valley.

Held vs Montana

Sixteen kids in Montana are taking their state to court for environmental policies that promote fossil fuels and violate their right to a “clean and healthful environment.” The case started on June 12 and the court heard closing arguments on June 20 in Lewis and Clark County District Court. A ruling is anticipated within weeks, or possibly months.

High Seas Treaty

The United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization has praised the approval of a significant agreement for conserving and sustainably using marine biodiversity in international waters, which covers nearly two-thirds of the world's oceans. The FAO is prepared to assist its member states in implementing the "High Seas Treaty" to protect Marine Biodiversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction.

Upcycled Sound

Gomi's Bluetooth speakers are handcrafted from waste plastics and powered by repurposed lithium batteries from electric bicycles. The best part? They’re built with a conscious modular design that allows for infinite repairs so you’ll never have to throw your speaker away. These eco-conscious speakers not only deliver quality sound but also promote a circular economy by giving new life to discarded materials.

IKEA "Adoption Ads"

IKEA turned to premiere ad agency Ogilvy to introduce a collection of eco-friendly stuffed toys, made from recycled ocean plastics. The plush toys are, appropriately, ocean animals made from drinking straws, toothpaste tubes, and plastic bottles. The campaign, while while staying fun and clever, provides a reminder of the reality of plastic waste in our oceans.

Solar Garden State

A 17-acre floating array of more than 16,000 solar panels in a New Jersey reservoir generates 95% of the electricity needed to treat and transport water for 84,000 homes and businesses. Researchers have concluded that more than 6,000 cities around the world could generate all their electricity needs with floating solar gardens like these.