🚗✨ Ever wondered what the inside of a solar electric vehicle actually looks like? This cutaway diagram breaks it down in the clearest way possible—like something straight out of a science museum. What you’re seeing here is a highly efficient, three-wheeled solar EV designed around one core idea: use less energy by design, not just by battery size. 🔍 A few things that stand out: • Integrated solar panels that actively extend your range • A lightweight composite body built for ultra-low drag • In-wheel electric motors simplifying the drivetrain • A compact but powerful battery pack at the core • Minimalist cockpit focused on function + visibility This isn’t just a car—it’s a rethink of how movement, energy, and design can work together in harmony. 💡 The bigger idea: Instead of asking “How do we make better cars?” This asks: “How do we need less car?” That shift in thinking is where real innovation lives. Curious—what part of this design surprised you most?

My family and I used to raise ducks and we never knew about this! 🦆 Why should ducks eat peas in water? People often recommend giving ducks peas in water because it’s one of the safest and healthiest treats you can offer them, especially compared with bread. Here’s why: * Peas are nutritious. They provide vitamins, minerals, fiber, and a little protein that ducks can actually use. * Water softens frozen peas. Most people use frozen peas. Thawing or placing them in water makes them easier for ducks to eat. * They float. Peas floating on the water let ducks eat the way they naturally forage, reducing the chance of food getting trampled into the ground. * They help replace bread. Bread fills ducks up without providing much nutrition. If ducks eat too much bread, they may miss out on the nutrients they need, and leftover bread can also contribute to poor water quality. If you’re feeding ducks occasionally, some good options include: * Thawed peas * Corn (fresh, frozen, or canned without added salt) * Oats * Chopped lettuce or other leafy greens * Duck pellets or waterfowl feed Remember to feed only small amounts. Ducks should get most of their diet by foraging naturally, and leaving excess food behind can pollute ponds and attract pests. One interesting note: peas are also sometimes recommended by veterinarians as part of supportive care for pet ducks with mild digestive issues, but they aren’t a cure for illness. If a duck appears sick or injured, it’s best to contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator or veterinarian.

So apparently Burt’s first name is Shirley, named after the mother of the kid who planted her/him/them in 1982. 🌱

At just 16 years old, three students from India developed Plas-Stick, a biodegradable powder made from tamarind seed waste that helps remove microplastics from water. Their innovation earned them the 2026 Earth Prize and reminds us of something powerful: The solutions we need may already be alive in the hearts and minds of our young people. Too often, we underestimate the creativity, wisdom, and courage of the next generation. Yet history shows that fresh eyes can see possibilities that others overlook. Whether Plas-Stick becomes a global solution or inspires even greater breakthroughs, these young innovators have already succeeded in proving that age is not a barrier to impact. The future doesn’t belong to corporations, governments, or experts alone. It belongs to anyone willing to ask, “What if?” and then dare to build the answer. Let’s continue encouraging our children to dream boldly, think creatively, and believe they can make a difference. The world needs their ideas. What challenge do you think today’s young people are uniquely positioned to solve?

Walking up the path from the forest floor in the Garden of Ethan.