Plants are life, providing 98% of the oxygen we breathe Daily Maverick – Healthy plants provide nutrient-rich diets for humans and animals and help promote a balanced ecosystem, and the International Day of Plant Health calls on everyone to raise awareness and take action to keep
Read MoreThe ecology and behavior of migratory birds U.S. Geological Survey – The migrations of most birds comprise time spent in flight interspersed with time spent on the ground, and migratory birds provide ecosystem benefits that include pest control, pollination of plants and serve as food sources
Read MoreThe Great Insect Apocalypse SciTechDaily – Insects are vanishing at a concerning pace across the globe, and scientists are striving to understand why. While agricultural intensification is often cited as the primary cause, new research reveals a far more complex picture involving numerous, interconnected factors.A groundbreaking
Read MoreOne of the lesser-known effects of climate change is ocean acidification, threatening marine life and the ecosystems that depend on it.
Read MoreCelebrating the International Day of Action for Rivers World Wildlife Fund – Earth Hour is an annual event encouraging the individuals, communities, and businesses to give an hour for Earth, marked by landmarks and businesses switching off non-essential electric lights for one hour from 8:30 to
Read MoreCelebrating the International Day of Action for Rivers Trinity Park Conservancy – Believing that the Trinity River is a natural gathering place for all Dallas residents, the Trinity Park Conservancy is committed to bringing people together to share their ideas, learn more about the possibilities and
Read MoreStrategies for a Sustainable Future Ecomaniac – Effective waste management strategies help minimize the adverse effects of waste on the environment and human health. By understanding the types of waste management methods, we can make informed decisions to promote sustainability and protect our planet.Waste management is
Read MoreCelebrating wildlife and the importance of conservation World Wildlife Day – Celebrated every year to highlight wild animals and plants, World Wildlife Day (WWD) recognizes the unique roles and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet. People everywhere rely on wildlife and biodiversity-based resources to
Read MoreMking an impact to help protect polar bear moms and cubs Polar Bears International – Polar bear cubs are born in winter dens hidden under the snow. Denning is the most vulnerable time in a polar bear’s life and the survival of every single cub is
Read MorePreventing small plastic from falling between the cracks recycling TRELLIS – Food, cosmetics and retail giants are teaming up in a new industry effort to rescue some of the billions of bottle caps, lotion pumps, pill bottles and other packaging bits that regularly go to waste.Motivated by
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