Soil pollution is a significant environmental issue that arises when harmful substances, such as chemicals, waste, and heavy metals, contaminate the soil. It is often caused by human activities like industrial operations, agricultural practices, and improper waste...
Plastic pollution is a growing environmental concern caused by the accumulation of plastic products in the environment, especially in oceans and other ecosystems, where they can harm wildlife, marine life, and natural habitats. Plastic waste often originates from...
Climate change, a pressing global challenge, fundamentally alters our planet’s ecosystems and human societies. Its causes are primarily linked to human activities, including the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes, which release greenhouse...
Local initiatives are important efforts undertaken by communities and organizations to address specific needs or challenges within their local area. These initiatives can take many forms, but they are typically driven by a desire to improve the lives of residents and...
Imagine a world where the food we throw away could feed millions, where every meal wasted deepens both hunger and environmental crises. Discarded food isn’t just scraps, it’s a missed opportunity to nourish people and protect our planet. Why do we waste so much food,...
Water pollution is a critical environmental issue that affects ecosystems, human health, and economies worldwide. It occurs when harmful substances, such as chemicals, heavy metals, and plastics, contaminate water bodies,...
We can make our cities cleaner, and our jobs greener, by implementing innovative and digital solutions for public transport, cycling, walking and other forms of clean mobility. A massive transformation is already underway. Many European cities are implementing...
Soil pollution refers to the presence of a chemical or substance out of place and/or present in a soil at higher than normal concentration that has adverse effects on any non-targeted organism. Human activities over thousands of years have left a legacy of polluted...
Green transportation is any means of travel that doesn't negatively impact the environment. Green transportation can be private (like a fast ebike), or public transit (like an electric city bus). Walking is also considered a green mode of travel. Modern electric and...
Air pollution is one of the most pressing environmental issues facing the world today. Affecting billions of people across continents, it poses severe risks to health, ecosystems, and the climate. As urbanization increases and industrial activities expand,...
We create food waste every day. The largest amount of this waste is vegetable and fruit peels, grass, leaves, etc. If this waste is thrown into landfills, it will rot, and harmful gases (methane and carbon dioxide) are released, which are the main cause of global...
Pollution is the presence of unnatural substances in the environment with harmful and sometimes even deadly effects on wildlife. There are different types of pollution: air, water, soil, as well as light and sound pollution. In Macedonia, air pollution is the most...
Plants are very important for nutrition, and our health condition is closely related to their use because they make up a large percentage of the food we eat daily. The benefits of consuming plant foods (fresh or cooked fruits and vegetables, as well as nuts, legumes,...
In an age defined by environmental challenges, sustainable residences emerge as symbols of innovation and responsibility, offering more than just shelter but a harmonious coexistence with our planet. This essay explores the guiding principles, myriad benefits, and...
Water, the essence of life, dances through our planet's veins, nurturing ecosystems, sustaining livelihoods, and quenching our thirst. Yet, beneath its serene surface lies a silent crisis: water pollution. This essay delves into the intricate web of causes,...
Air pollution refers to the presence of harmful or excessive quantities of substances in the air we breathe. These substances, known as pollutants, can be solid particles, liquid droplets, or gases. Common air pollutants include carbon monoxide (CO), sulfur dioxide...
Sustainability can be defined as, “the quality of not being harmful to the environment or depleting natural resources, and thereby supporting long-term ecological balance.” Habit - a routine of behavior that is repeated regularly and tends to occur subconsciously....
Young people are the driving force of our society The local association "Vila Zora" from Veles recently launched a project aimed at inclusive dialogue between youth and local authorities as a means of improving life and conditions in the community, while also...
In order to have a sustainable living environment, we need to create habits that are sustainable and that contribute to solving environmental problems, and through them to other problems in the community and society. Sustainable habits of attitude towards the school,...
Air pollution in Skopje, unfortunately, has been a topical issue for years, and a threat to human health and the environment. According to various analyzes of pollution data in our country and the capital Skopje, collected with the most modern methodology, we can...
The needs of the modern consumer are constantly increasing, and people, consciously or not, are constantly increasing the type of products and services they use. In today's conditions, there are unlimited possibilities for transporting products, which allows...
Climate change is the significant variation of average weather conditions becoming, for example, warmer, wetter, or drier—over several decades or longer. As greenhouse gas emissions blanket the Earth, they trap the sun’s heat. This leads to global warming and...
Air pollution is the contamination of air due to the presence of substances called pollutants in the atmosphere that are harmful to the health of humans and other living beings, or cause damage to the climate or to materials. It is also the contamination of the indoor...
Phytoremediation technologies use living plants to clean up soil, air and water contaminated with hazardous contaminants. It is defined as "the use of green plants and the associated microorganisms, along with proper soil amendments and agronomic techniques to either...
Plastic is definitely one of the most important materials today. However, excessive use of this material comes at a price. There is no material today that is as present in everyday life as plastic. The use of this material in all branches of industry, from the...
The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 21 March the International Day of Forests (IDF) in 2012. The Day celebrates and raises awareness of the importance of all types of forests. On each International Day of Forests, countries are encouraged to undertake...
Is this landfill a greater polluter of the soil or the air? Why is there still no solution to this toxic waste? These are some current issues that have recently become an active topic in order to find a solution for the people in Veles as soon as possible....
Green transportation solutions have the potential to transform traditional cities into sustainable paragons. When comparing the carbon footprint of public transit to that of single-passenger cars, the former carries a myriad of benefits. These include reduced fuel...
With some small changes in behavior, each of us can contribute to the protection of the environment: 1. Save water, it's in fashion! Do not let the water run while brushing your teeth or while washing your hands and face Do not throw waste in the toilet. Don't...
Our school, as a partner school in the GREEEN - Games, Resources, Environment, Entrepreneurship, and Education Network project, actively participated in the eco-competition. Its aim is to take environmental action in the immediate surroundings of each partner country....
From seed to plant (with the students we sowed various types of seeds, carrots, parsley, tomatoes, peas and pumpkins) and followed their growth and development. From old wooden pallets by cutting and joining we got large pots for planting. We first painted the pots...
Food waste is a big problem that we should all be aware of. Did you know that around one-third of all food produced worldwide goes to waste? Not only is this a waste of resources but it also contributes to environmental issues. Around 931 million tonnes of food...
"Bio-technology in my world - Experiential Learning Program" A workshop was held in our school, as part of the program "Bio-technology in my world - Program for experiential learning" which is implemented in partnership by UNICEF, UNDP, Center for Vocational Education...
The introduction of these vending machines marks a significant step forward in Veles’ commitment to environmental preservation. By encouraging residents to recycle plastic bottles, this initiative aims to curtail littering, reduce the strain on landfills, and prevent...
Green transport, or sustainable transport refers to transportation that does not negatively affect the environment such as fossil fuels. Some examples of sustainable or green transport are taking the bus to school or work, walking, riding bicycles or scooters....
When we talk about sustainable habitats what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Amazing ecosystems that we can look at for days and wonder how they work or a nice clean park that people can hang out and spend time in. A sustainable habitat is a habitat or an...
When most of us think of water, we think of it as a clear, clean substance that is necessary to sustain life. Well, not all of us are privileged enough to think about it that way. Water pollution is not only murky water but can also be polluted by...
Not every single being of the human population is aware of how much food we waste. Hundreds, thousands, millions of people all over the world are fighting for a piece of bread and here we are on the other side picking whether we should eat white or black bread. The...
Soil pollution is a global problem which affects all living creatures on our planet. So, this raises the question: „What is soil pollution?”. Soil pollution is defined as the presence of toxic chemicals (pollutants or contaminants) in soil, in high enough...
Plastic - the omnipresent material that has improved countless industries and aspects of modern life, has also become one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Garbage recycling it’s not a recent invention, but something that has been known...
Our carbon footprint is greatly influenced by our choice of transportation. By implementing innovative and digital solutions for public transport, cycling, walking, and other forms of sustainable mobility, we can make our cities and our environment cleaner and...
International Clean Air Day, which is celebrated on September 7th every year, is a day dedicated to awareness of the importance of maintaining clean air and the fight against pollution of the air we breathe. In the following few points, we will explore the...
Electric scooters have gained immense popularity in recent years as a mode of transportation, especially in urban areas. As people become more conscious of their environmental impact, they are increasingly turning to electric scooters as a way to reduce their...
When it comes to environmental protection the plastic waste always has been an issue. But plastic still is very useful in our everyday life and it’s hard for many companies in the economic industry to find a way to provide another material that is as cheap and as...
Over the past one to two centuries global warming has become a serious problem. This long-term issue has an impact on everything from animal life to mankind and the functions of our planet. Harmful human activities such as burning fossil fuels and cutting down forests...
"Food loss" refers to uneaten agricultural, forestry, and fishery products. It occurs at the stage of food production and distribution. It is also caused by a reduction in the quantity or quality of food. "Food waste," on the other hand, refers to edible food that is...
„Be a part of the revolution against the air pollution; let’s make a revolution and a human contribution for a better nature solution“. Air pollution has major impact over health issues in most parts of our country. These health issues refer not only to people but to...
Climate changes, the world has been changing for a while now, however we only noticed a few decades ago. We have been polluting the earth ever since adapted to a “better” modern way of life. The Willow Project is one of the many ways we are threatening the earth, the...
Many people aren’t aware of what’s in the water they are drinking. This begs the question, should we be concerned about the radiation in our water? Radioactive materials, also called radio-nuclides are both naturally occurring and human made. Radio-nuclides from...
Queen Elisabeth is shocked… How long will she be able to enrich her jewellery collection??? Natural pearls last 150 years, but the Ohrid pearls last forever. – say the locals from Ohrid. Ohrid pearls are hand made art. The base is taken by scrubbing the inside of...
As plastic waste proliferates around the world, an essential question remains unanswered: What harm, if any, does it cause to human health? Scientists are rushing to study the tiny plastic specks that are in marine animals — and in us. Scientists have since seen...