Green Ideas editor
Issue 16: 10 things we learned
Green Ideas editorial team

From moss to mushrooms, we learned a lot as we made this magazine.
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Sugar is a major driver of deforestation in South America. Page 16 |
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Landfills generate revenue from gas even after they have closed. Page 18 |
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Vegan dog food is a thing! Page 24 |
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Cockles like living in sheltered water, but tuatuas can handle beaches with surf. Page 34 |
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Dried beans must be precooked before slow-cooking to destroy their natural toxins. Page 30 |
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A medium-sized dog has twice the environmental impact of a Toyota Land Cruiser! Page 24 |
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Used coffee grounds are perfect for cultivating mushrooms. Page 56 |
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You can grow your own garlic from supermarket-bought cloves. Page 60 |
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Chinese-owned companies handle virtually all of New Zealand’s domestic waste. Page 18 |
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The colour of a cat’s collar can affect how many birds it catches. Page 24 |
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