Global warming: “9000 migratory birds are missing” in Albania

Global warming: "9000 migratory birds are missing" in Albania

Climate change, overfishing or urbanization, migratory birds are disrupted and thousands are missing in the Albanian lagoon of Divjaka, a spectacular expanse of swamps and islets on the Adriatic Sea where birds are used to survive the winter. Specialists are sounding the alarm after recently conducting censuses in this region separated from the sea by … Read more

Install this app to know your smartphone digital fingerprint

Install this app to know your smartphone digital fingerprint

The young French shooter Fruggr has just released an application of the same name to the general public. His principle? Measure the carbon footprint associated specifically with the use of your smartphone. Have you ever wondered what impact using your smartphone has on the environment? The application “Fruggr” answers this question. The application, entirely intended … Read more

Each year, billions of dollars in government subsidies contribute to the destruction of the planet

Each year, billions of dollars in government subsidies contribute to the destruction of the planet

Every year, “at least $1,800 billion” of government subsidies (2% of global GDP) cause ecosystem destruction and species extinction. This is apparent from a survey published on Thursday by companies and NGOs that sound the alarm. To curb this phenomenon, they are calling on governments to focus their support. The results of this study have … Read more

Houseplant: when and how to repot?

Houseplant: when and how to repot?

Nothing is more excruciating than walking in shoes that are a size too small, so imagine how your plant will feel in a pot that is too narrow. Consider repotting them to leave plenty of room for your plants to bloom and grow. Discover the right moment, the right pot and an unfailing technique for … Read more

Why and how to clean bird drinkers?

Why and how to clean bird drinkers?

In both summer and winter, birds need water to hydrate, wash, or cool down. That is why it is important to place one or more drinking troughs in your garden. And just like with feeders, these little ponds need regular cleaning. We explain why and how. Why do drinking troughs need to be cleaned? Have … Read more

Artificial intelligence to help with energy renovation coming soon

Artificial intelligence to help with energy renovation coming soon

The Banque des Territoires announced on Wednesday, February 16, the creation, in the spring, of an artificial intelligence service to help communities determine which buildings are most in need of energy renovation. The service, called Prioréno, which will be available online from the second quarter of 2022, works with energy consumption data from “almost all … Read more