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 […]
How to DIY: Graphic Design for Nonprofits
Canva When it comes to easily accessible user-friendly design tools, Canva is the most popular. This intuitive online platform provides an array of templates and tools to create designs for things like social media graphics, posters, flyers, and more. Canva has an extensive library of free templates, images, fonts, and graphics that make it easy […]
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 […]
Ways to Reduce Water Pollution This Summer
It’s hard to top a relaxing summer day at the beach or lake. Unfortunately, these warmer months also bring toxins and a surplus of damaging nutrients to waterways. Heat waves and droughts are also known to bring pollutants into our water supply. So, what can be done about it? In this article, we’re discussing a […]
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!
6 Tips to Make Your Summer Travel More Sustainable
Vacations are great—they’re a much-needed break from the ins-and-outs of our daily lives—but what we don’t always realize is the impact these travels can have on the environment. Ready to relax and soak up the sun? Just remember to think about the natural world around you while you’re doing it. Whether you’re heading to the […]
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 […]