We’re sure you recall the power outages which were caused by unprecedented cold, snow, and freezing temperatures in Texas. And you might have noticed that climate skeptics suggest that this disproves global warming once and for all. But in fact, global warming leading to record low temperatures makes perfect sense.
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Solar Energy Creates Sustainable Lifestyles
Solar energy can play a pivotal role in creating a more sustainable future. It is a truly renewable energy source that we cannot run out of, it can be harnessed in all areas of the world, and is available every day.
Read moreBuild a Pollinator Garden? We Need Pollinators to Survive
Why is pollination relevant to humans? Well, that morning coffee you might have enjoyed only existed because of pollinators. Simply put, we rely on pollinators for foods and beverages. In fact, globally approximately 1,000 plants that are
Read moreLargest Threat to Agriculture in Developing Countries: Natural Disasters
Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, droughts, and floods severely damage essential agricultural assets. As a result, food security and cycles, livelihood means, trade flows, and economic growth are all disrupted. Most of the countries impacted
Read moreWildlife and Biodiversity: It’s All Connected
In today’s video, we’re talking about World Wildlife Day, which is celebrated every year on March 3rd to raise awareness about all of the wild animal and plant species that make up the incredible biodiversity of our planet.
Read moreGlobal Warming is Letting it Snow in the United States
Why is the United States currently experiencing record low temperatures during global warming? Although decreasing temperatures and global warming seemingly contradict one another, this trend makes sense.
Read moreSustainable Living, Carbon Footprint, and the Vegan Diet
Today, we’re talking about sustainability and the vegan diet: Is excluding all animal products, from both land and sea, truly sustainable? The answer is a little more complex than just a simple yes or no.
Read moreScience Needs Women and the World Needs Science
According to UNESCO data (2014-2016) less than 30% of researchers around the world are female and only around 30% of female students worldwide choose to go into STEM-related careers in higher education. Specifically, female students’ enrollment is
Read moreWetlands: An Undervalued Resource that Sustains all Life on Earth
Did you know wetlands—ecosystems flooded by water—sustain humanity and nature?
Read morePresident Joe Biden Makes Huge Environmental Gains for the U.S.
Not even twenty-four hours into his presidency President Joseph R. Biden swiftly took action to tackle the climate emergency.
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