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Sarah DeWeerdt

Sarah DeWeerdt

Verified

Science Journalist, Freelance

Seattle

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Total articles 1121

  • Clearly cool: A transparent paper-based material could replace single-use plastics

    By Sarah DeWeerdt Verified, Emma Bryce Verified| Anthropocene Magazine Verified Close to 2 million metric tons of plastic enters the oceans every year from beaches and waterways, according to The Ocean Cleanup Project. Much of that plastic is single-use beverage bottles, cups, and straws. Researchers in Japan have now made a new paper-based material that could be an ideal replacement for those single-use plastics. The millimeter-thick paperboard reported in the journal Science Advances behaves like plastic, but only when needed.

    By Sarah DeWeerdt Verified, Emma Bryce Verified · Anthropocene Magazine

    Apr. 16, 2025

  • For most countries, there’s a clear smart move to achieve energy security and reduce trade risks

    By Sarah DeWeerdt Verified, Warren Cornwall Verified| Anthropocene Magazine Verified Most countries around the world could improve their energy security and reduce trade risks by shifting away from fossil fuels, according to a new study. The analysis suggests that achieving net-zero carbon emissions at a global scale would result in decreased trade risks for nearly 85% of the global population.

    By Sarah DeWeerdt Verified, Warren Cornwall Verified · Anthropocene Magazine

    Apr. 15, 2025

  • Clearly cool: A transparent paper-based material could replace single-use plastics

    By Sarah DeWeerdt Verified, Emma Bryce Verified| Anthropocene Magazine Verified Close to 2 million metric tons of plastic enters the oceans every year from beaches and waterways, according to The Ocean Cleanup Project. Much of that plastic is single-use beverage bottles, cups, and straws. Researchers in Japan have now made a new paper-based material that could be an ideal replacement for those single-use plastics. The millimeter-thick paperboard reported in the journal Science Advances behaves like plastic, but only when needed.

    By Sarah DeWeerdt Verified, Emma Bryce Verified · Anthropocene Magazine

    Apr. 16, 2025

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Freelance

Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.

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