Tag: Environmental conservation
Protecting Seagrass Meadows to Prevent Billions in Damages
Seagrass meadows are apparently the unsung heroes of climate change mitigation, according to a new study. These underwater ecosystems have the capacity to capture and store massive amounts of carbon, making them a crucial...
Protecting Forests in Global North Countries: A Call to Action
Protecting Forests in Global North Countries: A Call to ActionSikeade Egbuwalo, the biodiversity lead at Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Environment, is raising a crucial alarm on the impacts of logging in the Global North...
Staff Cuts Threaten National Parks and Forest Service Management
Stuart Garbett, a dedicated seasonal wilderness ranger with the U.S. Forest Service, found himself in the midst of an unexpected turn of events last week. His routine of maintaining the Bridger-Teton National Forest in...
Offshore Carbon Storage: Developers Target Louisiana & Texas Coasts
Offshore Carbon Storage: A Blessing or a Curse?In the bountiful waters off Cameron Parish, Louisiana, a once-thriving fishing community now faces a bleak reality. Fishers report a catastrophic drop in their catch from 1...
Redefining Life on Earth: Three-Quarters of Land Drying Out
Redefining Life on Earth: Three-Quarters of Land Drying OutAs Earth continues to warm, the ground beneath our feet is slowly drying out and becoming saltier, posing significant challenges for the planet's 8 billion inhabitants....
Study: Land Restoration Success Needs <0.27% Global GDP - Eco-Friendly
Recent research suggests that global land restoration efforts are not only feasible but also economically viable. A study conducted by Regreening Africa in Ghana on July 5, 2022, revealed that fulfilling existing land restoration...
Thailand Implements Plastic Waste Import Ban to Reduce Toxic Pollution
Thailand's Plastic Waste Import Ban to Reduce Toxic PollutionThailand has taken a significant step towards combating toxic pollution by implementing a ban on foreign imports of plastic waste. This decision comes following years of...
The Impact of Justin Trudeau’s Fossil Fuel Tax on Canada’s Economy
Justin Trudeau's Climate LegacyJustin Trudeau, Canada's charismatic prime minister known for his ambitious climate policies, has announced his resignation, marking the end of a decade-long tenure defined by his commitment to aggressive climate action....
Florida Manatees Denied Endangered Species Protections Despite Ongoing Die-Offs – EcoWatch
Florida Manatees Denied Endangered Species Protections Despite Ongoing Die-OffsA recent proposal by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has stirred controversy in the environmental community regarding the status of Florida manatees. Despite ongoing...
Jon Waterman Discusses Alaska’s Changing Environment: ‘Into the Thaw’
Renowned journalist Jon Waterman delves into the heart of Alaska's changing environment in his latest work, "Into the Thaw: Witnessing Wonder Amid the Arctic Climate Crisis." As the world grapples with escalating climate breakdown...
