And, if we dont act now, it could have catastrophic consequences.
The target is clear:keeping global temperatures below 1.5C.
But to reach this target, we need to change our lifestyle and consumption habits, starting at home.
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This in turn, helps individuals make more sustainable purchasing decisions.
Several companies are already taking these principles to heart and rethinking how they design and produce their products.
Meanwhile,Bekomanufactures washing machines with parts made from recycled plastics.
Water management
Water managementis one of the main challenges for the EU when it comes to sustainability.
Decreasing unnecessary water consumption is essential as scarcity becomes more acute.
According to the World Resources Institute,25% of the global populationalready lives in extremely high water stress countries.
For example, did you know that we use aboutnine liters of waterwhen we flush the toilet?
But, in recent years, new advances in water-saving technologies are making headway.
Low-flow faucets, showerheads, and toilets can now reduce water consumption by 30-50%.
Its simple inventions like these that are helping consumers shift to more sustainable lifestyle habits.
Its not just about reducing consumption.
Water pollution has a major impact on our oceans and sea life.
Innovators that are aware of the problem have already started finding solutions to that problem affecting us all.
Advances inwashing machine filtersare also showing potential.
Climate change
Studies show that households are responsible for72% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Luckily, we see some remarkable innovations.
Consider arguably everyones favorite home appliance, the fridge.
Meanwhile, energy-saving washing machines can result in up to 50% faster and more sustainable wash cycles.
Are you ready to craft next-generation sustainable home solutions?
Hack the Normal 2022is looking for talented individuals who want to help build the sustainable homes of the future.
Water management How might we prevent water waste and pollution by redesigning the consumption journey at home?
Climate Change How might we minimize individual carbon footprint by reducing household energy consumption?
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Their ultimate goal is to make shoes available to low-income households with children.
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