As one of his first orders of business upon taking office, President Donald Trump has once again withdrawn the U.S. from the Paris Agreement. During his former presidency. Trump had announced the withdrawal of the […]
Mount Fuji remains snowless in late October, the latest in the year that the famous mountain has gone without snow for at least 130 years, when records began. In recent years, at least a light […]
Following the littering of a bag of Cheetos at Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, officials are highlighting how even seemingly small amounts of litter can have huge, detrimental impacts on fragile ecosystems. Image […]
In a new study, scientists have confirmed that even low concentrations of the antidepressant pharmaceutical fluoxetine, also known by the brand name of Prozac, are affecting fish behaviors in the wild. Biologists from Monash University […]
Many consumers are familiar with the routine of buying fruits and vegetables, bringing them home and washing them in the sink to remove pesticides and other contaminants from the outer layer before preparing and eating […]
Could the future of cooking be 3D-printing? That’s what researchers at Columbia University set out to investigate in a study that involved 3D-printing a seven-ingredient, seven-layer vegan cheesecake. The study is meant to examine the […]
Quick Key Facts Zero waste dates back to the 1970s when the term was coined by chemist Paul Palmer. Today, zero waste includes the 5 Rs: refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle and rot. A zero-waste approach […]
Solar Energy Industries Association has released a study on solar energy adoption by sports centers around the U.S., and winners have been announced just ahead of Super Bowl Sunday. In fact, both teams playing in the big […]
Quick Key Facts There have been more than 570 events where spacecraft fragmented in Earth’s orbit after an explosion or collision. Space waste has increased by 50% in the past 5 years. Detectable space […]
Quick Key Facts: PFAS are a group of synthetic chemicals. There are thousands of different types of PFAS, and these chemicals can be found in products we use or interact with every day. Studies […]
Flexitarianism isn’t so new after all. As it turns out, kings in the medieval period ate mostly plants, with meat served as occasional treats for feasts and other celebrations. A study from researchers at Cambridge […]
If you’ve ever dreamed of running away from your responsibilities to start a life on a peaceful homestead, you’re not alone. While unfortunately this might not be an option for many at this time, you […]
After 60 years, Sprite, the popular lemon-lime soda from Coca-Cola, is getting a new look. The revamp? Swapping from its translucent green bottle to a clear bottle, at least in North America. Coca-Cola says […]
Invasive species threaten native species by crowding them out or taking over much of the available resources the native species need to survive. While experts have taken many approaches to confront invasive species, a […]
Revo Foods, a plant-based food tech startup, is ready to start stocking grocery store shelves with sustainable “seafood.” No, it’s not seafood caught from the ocean — instead, Revo Foods has created 3D-printed salmon […]
In Malawi, 250 elephants are being moved one at a time from the overcrowded Liwonde National Park to the Kasungu National Park, located about 380 kilometers (236 miles) north. At least 40 elephants have […]
Throughout history, species have evolved to adapt to their changing surroundings. Now, with skyrocketing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere and intensifying climate change, some experts believe humans will evolve to better withstand the warming world. Steve Brusatte, […]
Government scientists in the UK could soon begin tests for giving oral contraceptives for grey squirrels in the country. The hope is to control this invasive species without killing the animals. The current […]
Phew — it’s a scorcher out there! There’s no denying that summers are getting hotter and hotter, and the 2022 season is already shaping up to be one of the hottest. While we all can do […]
Heinz is ready to move on from squeezable plastic bottles into the “Ketchup Bottle of Tomorrow” — a bottle made entirely of sustainably sourced wood pulp. The company announced its partnership with Pulpex […]
Awareness of the impacts that some sunscreens can have on coral reefs has been on the rise in recent years. But while scientists knew that chemicals like oxybenzone were causing problems, they weren’t exactly sure why or […]
The warm, breezy days of spring are the perfect setting for a picnic. Whether you head to a local park, set up a spot on the side of your favorite hiking trail, or lay a […]
When you think of endangered species, elephants, tigers, and rhinos might come to mind. While there are hundreds of species around the world that are threatened with extinction and deserve our attention, there are many […]
Our bedrooms should be a respite from our busy lives. After a long, stressful day of work or even a high-energy day spent hiking and playing out in the sunshine, it’s nice to have […]
There’s nothing quite like the rush of feeling the reverberation of sounds from live instruments and hearing your favorite songs played live. That is, until you glance around and see energy-sucking generators powering the stage, […]
Vegan, dairy-free and egg-free baking is booming, but for the occasional home baker who wants to make more sustainable treats, finding the right substitutions isn’t always easy. Sure, you could swap in some applesauce or […]