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Climate Change
10 Lesser-Known Side Effects of Climate Change
Rising sea levels and glaciers get the most attention, but these lesser-known side effects of climate change are just as important.
The Last of Us Science, Explained: Can a Fungal Pandemic Happen in Real Life?
The Last of Us is a compelling television show set in a post-apocalyptic timeline. But how likely is the fungal pandemic that caused it to happen in real life?
Are Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Actually Good for the Environment?
Electric and hybrid vehicles use a lot of batteries, and they don’t last forever or even a lifetime like some conventional cars do.
2022’s Biggest Discoveries and Innovations in Niche Fields According to Experts
2022 introduced several new discoveries ranging from AI-generated images to ChatGPT. This list of innovations sheds a light on niches with cool developments you haven’t heard of yet.
How to Save Rainforests With Old Smartphones: A Quick Look at Rainforest Connection
Rainforest Connection and their Rainforest Guardians are on a mission to save the rainforest with…smartphones?
What Is Parachute Science?: How Neo-Colonialism Influences Research and Authorship et al.
Dive into parachute science, a parasitic approach to data gathering that cuts host country researchers off from opportunities in their field.
Lesser Known Natural Wonders That We’re Losing to Climate Change (And Ones We’ve Lost Already)
These natural wonders don’t get as much press, but they’re just as in danger of being destroyed by climate change.
Going Dumpster Diving? Here’s What TikTok Taught Me
For some, dumpster diving is a way to sustain themselves. But for others, it’s a more ethical way to live.
Energy Consumption Needs of Web 3.0 – Can the Planet Sustain Them?
As the world moves towards Web 3.0, can the planet sustain the humungous energy consumption needs of running the internet?
Climate Activists Versus Famous Works of Art: What’s the Message?
“What is worth more—art or life?” With their attacks against famous works of art, climate activists are sending a message. But are they effective?
The Panic of 1819: A Missed Opportunity to Address Climate Change, Human Rights, and Better Market Regulation
In this article: The Panic of 1819 was an economic depression that laid bare the human, environmental, and economic consequences of building an economy on slavery and unrestrained exploitation of natural resources. Slavery and a lack of minimum wage laws for wage laborers made for an economy with weak circulation as so few of its […]
Why the Climate Crisis Is Harder on Women
It’s time we acknowledge and address the disproportionate harm the climate crisis is doing to women.
Container Homes Aren’t All They’re Cracked up to Be
Container homes came into vogue on promises of affordability and eco-friendliness. But their supposed benefits may not be that beneficial.
Greenwashing Warning: 5 Things That Seem Eco-Friendly, but Aren’t
Some brands are exploiting consumers’ goodwill with greenwashing, marketing tricks that make unsustainable products seem eco-friendly.
Where Do You Get Your Protein? A Cheat Sheet to Questions You Might Get as a Vegan
How to answer common questions you might get as a vegan
Can We Survive a Killer Asteroid Heading Towards Earth?
Is our scientific and technological advancement enough to save us from going the way of the dinosaurs?
Third World Countries Pay the Price for First World Comforts
First world countries produce most of the world’s waste. Third world countries in the global south pay the price for it.
Apple’s 2030 Plan: Greenwashing or a Genius Plan?
Apple announced an ambitious plan of going totally carbon neutral by 2030. Will it bring meaningful change or is it just a greenwashing tactic?
Your Keurig K Duo Lets You Make Great Coffee While Destroying the Environment
Keurig K Duo’s are a convenient way to get your caffeine fix and contribute to climate change.
Do You Have Nature Deficit Disorder? Here’s How to Treat It
Nature deficit disorder is linked to major public health issues and the climate crisis. Here’s how to get more nature in your life.
Minnesota Governor Ignores Line 3 Pipeline Water Permit Violations Amid Severe Drought and Looming Wildfires
Minnesota is in a severe drought, with wildfires at its border. But the governor is allowing Enbridge to use billions of gallons of water to construct controversial Line 3 pipeline.
Environmental Activist Imprisoned, Ordered to Pay $3 Million to Oil Company Behind DAPL
Jessica Reznicek was sentenced to 8 years in prison for sabotaging the Dakota Access Pipeline. Meanwhile, the company behind DAPL continues to leak oil and damage the environment.
The Controversy Surrounding Cryptocurrency’s Environmental Impact
Crypto aims to be the future of finance but the digital coins carry a carbon footprint the size of Argentina. The coin’s future depends on eliminating cryptocurrency’s environmental impact.