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We’ve got beef with rot, stink, and germs.

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For Refugees on a Greek Island, Basic Human Hygiene is “Just Impossible”

For Refugees on a Greek Island, Basic Human Hygiene is “Just Impossible”

Life Without a Sewage System: Refugees on the Island of Lesbos try to maintain hygiene with seawater and toilets that don’t flush
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Karam Shoumali
Oct 28, 2020
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Editor’s Note: 2020’s Been a Garbage Year, We’re Here to Talk Trash

Editor’s Note: 2020’s Been a Garbage Year, We’re Here to Talk Trash

Talking Trash will shine a light on life’s garbage and how its (mis)management affects people and the planet.
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Live Petal Clean
Oct 28, 2020
When and Where I Enter the Rubbish System We’re All Part Of

When and Where I Enter the Rubbish System We’re All Part Of

And how I hope to revolutionize it
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Christie Zwahlen
Oct 16, 2020
Why Freezing Our Waste is Revolutionary

Why Freezing Our Waste is Revolutionary

Throughout human history, the disposal of waste has looked pretty much the same. That’s about to change.
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Live Petal Clean
Oct 5, 2020
Say Goodbye to Stink & 👋 to Petal

Say Goodbye to Stink & 👋 to Petal

We, the people of Petal, are on a mission to stop rot, stink and the spread of germs with a revolutionary new appliance that freezes waste.
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Live Petal Clean
Oct 5, 2020
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Amid Trying Times, Embrace Your Discomfort

Amid Trying Times, Embrace Your Discomfort

For the third time in my career, I’m launching a business during a time of crisis. And, this time, I am doing it together with my wife.
Go to the profile of David M. M. Taffet
David M. M. Taffet
Oct 5, 2020
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