How Much of Climate Change Is Human Made?
Over the past 100 years, the evolution of science and technology has opened doors we never thought possible; shining a light on common misconceptions and bringing new answers and solutions to the forefront. Everything from medicine to transportation to manufacturing to education has transformed. No part of our daily lives has gone unaffected, and that […]
The Environmental History and Impact of U.S. National Parks
Yellowstone National Park was officially designated as a United States National Park in 1872, becoming the first of the U.S.’ now 424 national park sites and the first of its kind in the world. Stretching across more than 2.2 million acres of land (3,472 square miles), Yellowstone is a wild, colorful, and breathtaking combination of […]
The Human Health Benefits of Outdoor Recreation
During the pandemic, more people walked than ever before. With more time on our hands, many of us realized just how important movement is and how much it may have been lacking during our busy pre-pandemic lives. Nowadays, there is no argument that how much we exercise matters. But recent evidence indicates that where we […]
Quiz | August 2023 | How Well Do You Know U.S. National Parks?
We’re testing how well you know the 424 U.S. National Parks. From origin stories to world records, these parks have unique histories all to themselves. Put your skills to the test now!
The Environmental Toll of Fracking: A Closer Look at Health, Culture, and Community
Fracking. The process of using a combination of water, chemicals, and sand to create cracks in rock formations deep underground in order to collect once-trapped gas and oil for use in the fossil fuel industry. Unlike traditional means of capturing fossil fuels, hydraulic fracturing (“fracking”) was touted as a “cleaner” alternative and, thus, has become […]
Quiz | July 2023 | Ocean Pollution
The ocean is one of our most critical resources. How much do you know about ocean pollution and its effects on the world around us? Put your knowledge to the test!
Extreme Drought in the Colorado River and the Future of Water in America
A hotter, drier future is already here…and now there’s less water to go around. What are the best places to use water for the betterment of human society? This is the question that’s facing communities across the United States, but specifically the seven states (plus Mexico) that rely on the Colorado River as a primary […]
Quiz | June 2023 | Effects of Drought
Drought is one of the most prevalent natural disasters worldwide (in addition to being one of the most expensive), but how much do you really know about it? It’s time to put your knowledge to the test.
Living in an Endangered World: The “Quiet Disappearance” of Wildlife
On the eastern coast of North Carolina, tucked away in a small grove of pine and white ash, a mother red wolf lies curled in her den, nosing her pups closer to her warmth and away from the gnarled roots that separate above her, exposing branches and blue sky. Not far away, the steady hum […]
Quiz | May 2023 | Endangered Wildlife
Are you a wildlife expert? Test your knowledge about endangered species. PLUS, can you guess the animal from these photos? Take the quiz!