Global Problem Solutions by https://padlet.com/armandas_pie/ahpxioslutzp Our team gives solutions to global world problems en-us 2019-02-06 12:25:06 UTC 2026-01-04 18:34:46 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Brightnessdown.png Stop Deforestation! armandas_pie https://padlet.com/armandas_pie/ahpxioslutzp/wish/328204528 1. Trees are the longest living organisms on Earth, and never die of old age. The Old List is a database of ancient trees that officially tracks old trees, their species, and location. Methuselah, from California’s White Mountains, comes in at over 4,800 years old.

2. Just like humans, trees need water to survive--and they drink a lot of it. In a single day, a large tree can consume 100 gallons of water out of the ground and discharge it into the air as oxygen and water vapor. Keep in mind that many conditions play a role such as the size of the tree, species of the tree, humidity, temperatures, sun exposure, etc.

3. Strategically planting trees and shrubs can save you up to 25 percent on your energy bills. Not only do they provide shade in the summer, but serve as a windbreak in the winter, too. (Get more information on smart landscaping.)

]]> 2019-02-06 12:29:13 UTC https://padlet.com/armandas_pie/ahpxioslutzp/wish/328204528 Save the Water H20. armandas_pie https://padlet.com/armandas_pie/ahpxioslutzp/wish/328204745 1. 80% of all illness in the developing world is water related.

2. A person can live about a month without food, but only about a week without water.

3. The average family of four uses 180 liters of water per day outdoors. It is estimated that over 50% is wasted from evaporation, wind, or overwatering.]]> 2019-02-06 12:29:59 UTC https://padlet.com/armandas_pie/ahpxioslutzp/wish/328204745 Use Public Transport more often. armandas_pie https://padlet.com/armandas_pie/ahpxioslutzp/wish/328205697 1. 71% of public funding for public transportation flows to the private sector, creating and supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs.

2. Home values performed 42% better than when located near high-frequency public transit.

3. Hotels in cities with direct rail access to airports raise 11% more revenue per room than hotels in those cities without.

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