Fans in the toilet slow down poop droplets from making you sick

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A new study published in Risk Analysis found that bioaerosol concentrations of two bacteria -- Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) -- exceeded acceptable levels established by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) after toilet flushing. Inhaling these biological particles can produce symptoms like abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. 

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How Sustainability Is Shaping Search Rankings and Why Your Business Should Care

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Google has been working to integrate sustainability across its products and services. For example, the company announced a goal to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030, which includes their data centers and cloud services. As part of this mission, Google has also partnered with organizations and businesses to help them develop sustainable practices and improve energy efficiency

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What is regenerative design? A UK crew develops a future-thinking handbook

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Sustainability has been championed for four decades to manage and minimize damage to the Earth’s resources but has been slow to penetrate the industrialized world. The guidebook’s authors note that contemporary net-zero emissions efforts and global climate target policies do not prescribe a way forward for “human systems to contribute positively to natural systems.”

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Beyond Consumer Trends: The Holistic Approach to Sustainable Product Success Ashley Kleckner, SVP, Terviva

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Sustainable products must solve real challenges for stakeholders. This means developing solutions that meet consumer demand, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce environmental impact. Companies should prioritize innovative approaches that regenerate ecosystems, optimize resource use, and create value across the supply chain.

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