Last year my family took part in a trash cleanup group with some of my neighbors, but it was only recently that I sorted the recyclables that we had picked up. As I pried caps and labels off plastic bottles and shook dirt out of aluminum cans, I began to wonder about the items' eventual … Continue reading Is recycling worth it?
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The Zero Waste Lifestyle
Hi everyone! I wanted to write an article about the zero-waste lifestyle since I've been interested in it for a long time. Simply defined, the zero-waste lifestyle requires producing minimal waste. I wanted to share the reasoning behind the lifestyle and practical ways that people can accomplish it. Reason #1: The world is running out … Continue reading The Zero Waste Lifestyle
Why conserve apex predators?
Hi everyone! You may have read articles about charismatic predators, such as lions and tigers, being on the verge of extinction. In addition, you may have heard about the controversy over reintroducing wolves to Yellowstone National Park in the 1990s. If you're like me, you've probably wondered if the decreasing numbers of predators is a … Continue reading Why conserve apex predators?
Highlights of 2022
Hi everyone! I know its easy to be anxious about the earth. While it is important to be informed and care about the environment, too much anxiety is counterproductive. I wanted to take the time to inspire you with positive environmental news from 2022. This is a photo of the preamplifiers of the National Ignition … Continue reading Highlights of 2022
Powering the Future: The Reality of Fuel Cells
Hi everyone! I have an interest in fuel cells, so I decided to write a post on them. Fuel cells are a hot topic right now and are being investigated as an environmental option to power cars, trucks, buildings, and planes. They run on hydrogen, so about a year ago, the United States government set … Continue reading Powering the Future: The Reality of Fuel Cells





