The COVID-19 Plastic Crisis: From Masks to Marine Debris
The covid-19 pandemic has highlighted vulnerabilities in our waste management systems and underscored the need for more sustainable practices and materials.
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A Conversation with Snow Scientist, Megan Guinn
Erin Hassett, of the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, chats with snow scientist Megan Guinn about glaciers, wild fires, avalanches, and more.
The Global Housing Crisis: Facts, Figures, and Solutions
This article is a hub for insights into the global housing crisis, exploring developments, updates, and articles relating to various aspets of this issue.
Extreme Storms in the UK – October, 2023
We discuss the recent storms in the UK, which saw record-breaking weather in October, 2023, that resulted in lives – and livelihoods – tragically swept away.
Saving the Environment Could Help Prevent the Next Pandemic
Protecting the planet and its people from the next pandemic requires similar strategies to mitigating the climate crisis. We discuss eco-conscious strategies.
The Luxury of Dread: Feelings about Climate Collapse
Today we discuss dread: a feeling often felt by those of us who want to live sustainably, but also one that can spur us to action that combats climate anxiety.
Being Prepared: Flood Management and the Climate Crisis
Solving the climate crisis will hopefully lead to fewer floods worldwide, but in the meantime, humanity can develop sustainable solutions for flood management.
How Does Climate Change Affect Housing Crises Solutions?
We examine three keys ways that these two global crises interact, and why it’s critical that we address them both.
11 Sustainable Structures to Help Combat the Housing Crisis
As people raise awareness of these homes, more cities use them to aid the unhoused. We look at 11 sustainable housing solutions to combat the housing crisis.
The Global Situation of Food Security: Facts and Figures
We discuss the present day facts. As the lack of food security still affects many countries, crucial work is being done by key international institutions.
Leveraging Technology in the Fight Against Climate Fires
Today, wildfires can occur as a result of, or be exacerbated by, climate change. We discuss how modern technology can help in the fight against climate fires.
Should We Rebuild Where Natural Disasters Keep Recurring?
Extreme weather events have become more frequent and severe in recent years. Should we continue to rebuild where natural disasters keep recurring? We discuss.
How Do Natural Disasters Really Impact the Environment?
They directly impact people and also harm the environment, immediately and in the long term. We look at the wider effects of five types of natural disasters.
Cyclone Freddy Ravages Southern Malawi Affecting Thousands
Hundreds of people have been killed in Malawi as a result of Tropical Cyclone Freddy in three days of destruction that began on Monday 12 March, 2023.
The Plastic Waste Dilemma and China’s National Sword Policy
We explore some deeper aspects of the plastic waste dilemma, including the global impact of China’s National Sword Policy and how nations have responded.
Ethical Diamonds: A Guide to Buying Conflict-Free Jewelry
Guide to buying conflict-free and ethical diamonds: We examine just what constitutes “ethical” when sourcing items of jewelry, and diamonds in particular.
Ways to Mitigate the Effects of Wildfires on Air Quality
They may be unavoidable, but what can we do to mitigate the environmental and health effects of wildfires?
What To Expect From The World Climate Summit COP27?
We look at the focus of this year’s climate summit, COP27: Adaptation projects for emerging countries, sustainable transport solutions, and methane emissions.
Jackson Flooding: Water and the Grave Global Climate Crisis
Water infrastructure has buckled under the pressure of recent heavy rainfalls, leaving around 150,000 residents without clean drinking water.
Climate Change and Real Estate: Report on Areas in the U.S.
This Report Examines the Most Dangerous and Safest Areas for Real Estate Ownsership and Investment, Including Maps
Feeding the World Sustainably: 10 Lessons From History
To stop food insecurity in its tracks without causing further harm to the environment, it’s critically important that we look at feeding the world sustainably.
What Can You Do? Support Small Companies
To support small companies might cost you a bit more, but what you’ll get in return is a better product, peace of mind, and more prosperity for your community.
TIAFI Community Centre in Turkey Helps Syrian Refugees
The TIAFI Community Centre, in the Turkish city of Izmir, Helps Syrian Refugees Rebuild Their Lives
Reflections on Covid: The Experience of a Vaccination Clinic Volunteer
A vaccination clinic volunteer shares the experience of living and working in a state where public sentiment frequently opposes government interference.
Covid-19 Restrictions in Malawi Disrupt the Livelihoods of Farming Families
Covid-19 restrictions in Malawi have inadvertently had an adverse affect on the demand for onions, and thus have had a devastation effect on the livelihoods of the country’s onion farmers.