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09/10/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Scientists are surprised at how noisy humans are underwater

Aside from boats, do other human activities bother marine life? According to a study, the answer is a resounding yes. Christine Erbe, director of the Centre for Marine Science & Technology at Curtin University, talked about her work, which studied the influence of human-generated underwater noise on aquatic life. Erbe, who studies the major contributors of underwater sound […]

07/21/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Environmental activists compile images of McDonald’s balloons washing up on coastlines around the world

Balloons can look innocent in parties, where they’re hung to liven up the place. However, a lot of these helium-inflated party favors end up on beaches, where they pollute most of the world’s coastlines. In particular, concerned campaigners from Blue Planet Society have called on McDonald’s branches in the U.K. to stop giving away balloons by collecting […]

06/24/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Why beavers could be the key to negating the effects of environmental pollution

According to a study, unlikely saviors can help clean polluted water sources and prevent the loss of valuable farm soil. Researchers from the University of Exeter have determined that beaver dams can help clean contaminated rivers. The semiaquatic rodents can also prevent the loss of nutrient-rich soil from fields thanks to the dams that they build. […]

06/23/2018 / By Zoey Sky

An environmental charity recorded ocean sounds to raise money to fight against plastic pollution

Various charities and organizations around the world often use different methods of raising money for their causes, from fundraisers to big events involving celebrities. However, thanks to Sharp’s Brewery and various names in the music industry, a single by an unlikely artist can help round up money that will be used to curb plastic pollution. […]

06/05/2018 / By Janine Acero

Microplastic pollution is changing ocean ecosystems

Pollution and other kinds of environmental damage cause stress to various organisms, both on land and in water. Many studies often focus their investigation on species that are negatively impacted. However, studying organisms that are seemingly immune to pollutants is equally important to better understand how these ecosystems respond to human-induced stress. One study, published in […]

05/25/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Managing your personal carbon footprint is like managing your health or weight; commitment and consistency lead to slow and steady improvements

According to an activist, while individual efforts to minimize greenhouse gases is essential, it must be paired with “political engagement and system change.” Cara Augustenborg, a Dublin-based climate scientist and activist, explained that the integrity of climate scientists is at stake because of their own efforts to minimize emissions. Augustenborg, who is also chair of Friends […]

05/23/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Despite evidence showing that poor air quality is linked to cardiac events, many people still remain unaware of the dangers of air pollution

Did you know that poor air quality can endanger both your respiratory and cardiovascular health? According to a study, high levels of fine particulate matter (PM 2.5), or tiny pollution particles, are linked to a significant increase in emergency department visits due to heart- and lung-related illnesses and stroke. However, despite this alarming figure, a nationwide U.S. […]

05/21/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Food waste being recycled to become consumer products

Food waste is turning out to be a problem of global proportions. According to data from the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), more than one-third of food that has been produced worldwide gets lost or discarded at some point in the food supply chain. This doesn’t just waste natural and financial resources put into […]

05/10/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Here’s why you should also look at the quality of air indoors

Around the globe, measures are being taken to reduce air pollution. But are we forgetting that our homes can also harbor pollutants? In this information age, society and business are dependent on technology, which means that most of us spend a good chunk of our time indoors. The air quality of the environment where we live […]

05/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

3 Easy habits that you can pursue today to dramatically improve your “sustainability score”

Green living isn’t only beneficial for the environment. By practicing certain habits, you can also greatly improve your “sustainability score.” Improving your health via green habits While it’s true that practices such as not buying products in plastic packaging, recycling, and taking shorter showers are part of a sustainable lifestyle, there are other ways to live a […]

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