Introduction: An Unsustainable and Dangerous Legacy In the pursuit of a healthy and prosperous society, medical facilities play an essential role in providing lifesaving care. However, a troubling consequence of this vital service lies in the generation of vast quantities of medical waste. If improperly managed, this waste can have devastating effects on our natural ecosystems […]
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5 Tips for Sustainable Living for College Students
As a college student, you are at a critical point in your life when it comes to establishing healthy habits that will benefit you in the long run. Adopting sustainable living practices is one area where you can make a significant impact. These practices not only help you reduce your environmental impact, but they can […]
What You Need to Know About Environmental Engineering
What is environmental engineering? Environmental engineering is the application of science and engineering principles to protect human health, improve quality of life, and preserve the environment. It is a multidisciplinary field that combines technology with ecology to find sustainable solutions for environmental problems. This article will discuss environmental engineering and how it can be used […]
The Gentle Giant Of The Sea Is Now Declared Functionally Extinct In China
Dugongs are now declared as functionally extinct in China, scientists said in a study published last month. More commonly known as “sea cows,” dugongs are graceful creatures that graze on sea grasses in shallow coastal waters in the Indian and western Pacific Oceans. These creatures, along with the similar-looking manatees, are also believed to be […]
Manatee death toll in past dozen years equals current population
Florida’s 7,444 recorded manatees deaths in the last dozen years nearly matches the number thought to be surviving today. In 2010, state officials tallied 766 mortalities, topping 500 in a year for the first time since records began nearly 50 years ago. Since then, most years have seen counts above 500, including last year’s record […]
Supreme Court Ruling is Bad News for Birds and Everyone Else, Too
WASHINGTON – “This ruling by the Supreme Court directly threatens our ability to protect birds, people, and the places we need,” said Marshall Johnson, chief conservation officer, National Audubon Society. “Birds are telling us that the climate is changing and more action is needed. Stripping agencies like the EPA of their ability to respond to […]
Raiding otters are giving pond owners something to carp about
Resurgent otter populations are killing valuable pet fish, police in Wiltshire have warned, amid claims that wildlife groups are releasing them in inappropriate locations. Otter populations have had a resurgence since the middle of last century, when pollution nearly wiped them out. They are now a protected species found across the country after a reintroduction […]
Poisonous Dust Clouds Threaten Salt Lake City as the Great Salt Lake Continues to Lose Water
Climate change is causing lakes to dry up, leading to a number of unfortunate circumstances. The latest? As the Great Salt Lake’s water levels continue to decline, it could cause a toxic dust cloud to form around Salt Lake City. The Great Salt Lake has decreased by two-thirds of its size since the 1980s, and […]