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japanese flying squirrel

National Squirrel Appreciation Day

A celebration dedicated to our furry neighbors Smithsonian – A day to express our love for the more than 250 species of squirrels that exist across five continents (excluding Australia and Antarctica), National Squirrel Appreciation Day is an opportunity to connect with nature and observe these

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dian fossey

Remembering Dian Fossey on her Birthday

Continuing Dian Fossey’s legacy of protecting the gorillas Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund – Dian Fossey was an American zoologist and conservationist best known for her extensive study of mountain gorillas in Rwanda, spending 18 years studying and protecting the gorillas, and her work was instrumental in

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geothermal electricity

Does geothermal electricity count as renewable?

Continuous but finite energy source The Conversation – Geothermal electricity produces emissions but is categorized with wind and solar power as a renewable source of power. Why? And can we reduce the emissions geothermal plants produce? The geothermal resource is more consistent than hydro, solar and

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Eco-friendly Christmas tips

Christmas presents shouldn’t cost the earth Friends of Earth – From buying second-hand to choosing sustainable products (and avoiding companies that aren’t eco-friendly), there are plenty of ways to show your loved ones, and the planet, a little love. From community celebrations to eco-friendly Christmas gifts

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evergreens

Look for an Evergreen (To)Day

Most people think of Pines and Christmas Trees when they think of the word evergreen Fast Growing Trees – There’s nothing like the sight and scent of a freshly cut tree to get you into the spirit of Christmas – generally spruces, pines, and firs – but

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nzambi matee

Kenyan materials engineer turns plastic waste into bricks

Plastic waste is not just a Kenya problem, it’s a worldwide problem. WA Contents – Nzambi Matee, a 29-year-old trained engineer and schooled in biochemistry, has created a lightweight and low-cost building material that is made of recycled plastic with sand to make bricks that are

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hiking in the woods

12 Hiker Steps Towards Conservation

How to curb our wasteful holiday celebration behaviors American Hiking Society – Small steps taken by everyday folks can add up to create a substantial and sustainable effort towards protecting and preserving our natural resources. We can ALL be conservationists! If you’re not sure how to

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holidays

Eco-Friendly Tips For A Sustainable Holiday

How to curb our wasteful holiday celebration behaviors Green Citizen – Did you know that during the holiday season, we Americans throw away a whopping one million extra tons of trash each week? All the festive food, journeys to see family, and the mountains of gift

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world soil day

Take a look at the surprising science of soil

Soil and water, a source of life United Nations – Over 95 percent of our food originates from the precious link between soil and waters. Vital for nutrient absorption by plants, soil water binds our ecosystems together and this symbiotic relationship is the foundation of our

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Celebrate Giving Tuesday all the year long

Let’s transform the world through radical generosity Giving Tuesday – Touted as a “global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world,” #GivingTuesday is a year-round movement that reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and generosity. Whether

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