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Environmental Protection

Edge effects

Edge Effects: How Humans Interfere With the Ecotone

There are in-between places in the environment that harbor a wide variety of life. This is where edge effects appear. But as humans impact these spaces, concern grows. Read more


environmental degradation

What Is Environmental Degradation?

Environmental degradation takes many forms and is one of the largest crises we face as a planet. If things don't change soon, the outlook is bleak. Read more


degrowth

Is Degrowth the Economic Solution to Climate Change?

Can we save the planet by reducing the economy? Degrowth says we can. Learn what degrowth is and how it can help fight climate change. Read more


biomass fuels

Biomass Fuels: Pros and Cons

Biomass fuels use organic matter to create energy, but does that make them a clean energy source? We'll look at biomass fuels and their impacts on the environment. Read more


are flushable wipes really flushable

Are Flushable Wipes Really Flushable?

Some wet wipes now claim to be safe to be flushed....but are flushable wipes really flushable? We look at some key factors, including their impact on the environment. Read more


Temperature Rise Below 1.5C

“No Credible Pathway” to Keep Temperature Rise Below 1.5C. What Now?

The UN has warned that the world is still dangerously far from reaching its goal of limiting global temperature to 1.5C. With COP27 right around the corner, where do we go from here? Read more


seaweed farming

Seaweed Farming: Risks & Potential of the Miracle Crop

Seaweed farming is growing in popularity worldwide. Read on to learn about it and its environmental impact! Read more


pros and cons of hydroelectric energy

Pros and Cons of Hydroelectric Energy & What They Mean

Hydropower is one of the fastest-growing renewable energy sources. Read our simple introduction to the pros and cons of hydroelectric energy. Read more