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    Our stories are so hot, they make our planet’s temperature cool down. Sort of. Here you can find the best stories about the environment.

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    12 new year’s resolutions for a more sustainable 2021

    We've put together 12 new year's resolutions for a better 2021. Better for your health, for your finances, and for the planet.

    12 new year’s resolutions for a more sustainable 2021

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      Sustainable Christmas gifts
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      A complete guide for sustainable Christmas gifts

      Christmas is around the corner and with it the frenzy of gift-buying. Don’t worry, we'll give you a guide for sustainable Christmas gifts.

      Energy waste hidden behind the curtain
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      The power vampires hidden behind the curtain

      Energy waste at home is silent, invisible but weighs on your wallet and on the planet. Know how making small changes may reduce your energy footprint.

      Homemade natural cleaning products
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      5 homemade natural cleaning products you won’t want to miss

      To clean your home in a more sustainable way, read our tips and make your very own homemade natural cleaning products with simple and natural ingredients.

      Pingo Doce Recycling Bins 2.0
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      Pingo Doce Recycling Bins 2.0: recycling just got easier

      Recycling is not only for plastic, paper, and glass. The second generation of Pingo Doce Recycling Bins makes recycling much more thorough and convenient.

      European Mobility Week 2020
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      European Mobility Week 2020 : for a sustainable mobility

      The 19th European Mobility Week takes place in September under the motto “Zero-Emission Mobility for All”, and promotes sustainable mobility.

      Zero waste
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      The beginner’s guide for zero waste shopping

      Fighting waste is at your fingertips, you just need to rethink your daily routines. If your goal is zero waste, get to know some tips.

      Time to stop forest fires
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      Portugal wants you for the firefighting army: it is time to act

      We can’t control the weather, but there are some actions we can all adopt for a country (and a planet) without forest fires. It is literally in our hands.

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      Deforestation and pandemics: what’s the connection?

      Several scientists and organisations have been warning about the negative role deforestation plays when it comes to new pandemics. Find out more.

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      Say no to dropping face masks to the ground

      Millions of face masks are worn everyday as part of the Covid-19 protection routine. Know how to proceed to dispose used face masks and gloves.

      Zero-waste hygiene for the whole family
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      Zero-waste hygiene: from reusable diapers to menstrual cups

      Be it a safety razor, a piece of bar soap, a reusable diaper or a menstrual cup, there’s (nearly) always an eco-friendly option, no matter your age.

      Big Foot-like ecological footprint
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      How big is your ecological footprint?

      There’s only one way to know if your ecological footprint is Big Foot-like or rather light as a hare’s. Curious? Find out here.

      5 Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rethink, Refuse
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      5 Rs to make your life more sustainable

      Small actions can decrease your ecological footprint. Learn more about the 5 Rs and how to apply them to your life to reduce the impact on the environment.

      O problema da desflorestação em zonas tropicais
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      Tropical deforestation: can we nip it in the bud?

      In several parts of the world, forests are giving way to farms. Do you know the causes of the deforestation and its impacts on the environment? Learn more.

      Climate Change
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      Global warming explained in 3 minutes

      Do you know the difference between global warming, climate change and greenhouse effect? No need to rack your brain, we’ll help clarify these concepts.

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      Ready for an eco-friendly Spring?

      Spring has arrived, it's time to clean up old habits. We gathered a few tips for a more eco-friendly spring. Let's do it?

      Coffee pods
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      From used coffee pods to art pieces

      There are many ways to give a new purpose to used coffee capsules. Check out some interesting ones. It’s time to upcycle your used coffee pods!

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      Can cork be the answer?

      Cork has been a well-kept secret for years, but now it is making headlines. Can cork be the answer to a more sustainable way of living?

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      Holy bee: from corridors to sanctuaries

      There is a bee-only “corridor” planted in the UK with more than ten kilometres of flowers that aims to create a safe environment for our buzzing friends.

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      The 5 main water wasters in your home

      Europeans use three times more water than needed. Here are some top tips to fight the main five water wasters in home.

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      Formª: upcycling meets design

      Could mesh bags become a comfy stylish pillow? Formª uses waste to create designer pieces through upcycling.

      Bicycle made of coffee capsules
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      300 coffee capsules to create an exclusive bicycle

      Vélosophy creates limited edition bicycles in partnership with Nespresso. The company used recycled aluminium from coffee capsules as its raw material.

      Sustainable Christmas tree decoration
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      We wish you a green Christmas

      The dream is for a white Christmas, but the current situation asks for a green Christmas. With our tips, make yours more sustainable than ever.

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      Sustainable fish: threatened fish species and how to help

      There are more than 28,000 threatened species, that face their survival being threatened by human activities such as unsustainable fishing.

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      What to put in the recycling bins?

      How often do you wonder in which recycling bin to put that carton? Many colours, materials and doubts. Here's what you can do to make it easier.

      Palm Oil and the controversy behind it
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      Palm Oil and the controversy behind it

      Palm oil comes from a family of plants commonly called oil palm trees, native to Africa. It has been accused of destroying rainforests. But is it so?

      Green up your morning coffee routine
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      Green up your morning coffee routine

      How sustainable is your morning? From ingredients to methods, here are 5 tips to make your morning coffee routine more sustainable.

      Recycling: Re. Cy. Cling. It’s as easy as pronouncing it.
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      Recycling: Re. Cy. Cling. It’s as easy as pronouncing it.

      Let's debunk some of the most common myths about recycling that prevent us from helping to clean up the planet and reusing materials.

      Sustainable packaging made of… grass
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      Sustainable packaging made of… grass

      Find out Creapaper's solution to reduce the amount of water, energy and carbon dioxide emissions needed to produce paper packages.

      The cleanest dozen: leading the way to renewable energy
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      The cleanest dozen: leading the way to renewable energy

      Renewable energy is on the rise, accounting for a quarter of global energy production these days. Find out which countries lead the world ranking.

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      Green and clean: Renewable energy at Jerónimo Martins

      Solar Panels: a simple absorbing mechanism that has become one of the “revolutionaries” in the war against coal, oil or gas energy sources.

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      Pedaling for the planet

      A new range of exercise machines transforms your gym efforts into electric energy that can be pumped back into the power grid. Discover this project.

      Bambi, Lion King and Dumbo
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      What if there were no more animals or plants on Earth?

      One million animal and plant species are threatened with extinction within just a few decades, according to the United Nations (UN). Learn more.

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      Cherishing the Oceans

      To reduce plastic waste in the oceans, the Jerónimo Martins Group companies provide reusable alternatives and promote sustainable techniques for fishing.

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      Bees: what’s the buzz all about?

      Bees are changing the planet and the way we eat. Crops depend on them, and they are a central part of the world’s agriculture. But why?

      Tree trunk circles
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      How to make our economy as circular as our globe?

      How can we transform a linear economy into a circular economy? Take Nature's example, the waste produced by one species is food and energy to another.

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      Animal welfare to the sound of Vivaldi

      Showing respect for the animals that feed us is more than a necessity, it’s about doing what’s right to ensure sustainable production.

      Jerónimo Martins' aquaculture project
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      Aquaculture on its way to feed the world!

      Aquaculture is the answer to overfishing and that is why Jerónimo Martins decided to undertake 2 projects in Portugal for fish production.

      Mother reading to her children, using “task lighting”
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      7 ways to save energy – and money – painlessly

      Saving energy should really start at home with small gestures, here are 7 easy ways to save energy, save money, and help the planet.

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