Graphic credit: NOAA. By Anders Lorenzen The US government agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Coral Reef Watch is the world’s top coral reef monitoring body. NOAA says that at least 54 countries and territories have experienced mass bleaching among their reefs since February 2023, as climate change warms the ocean’s surface waters. Coastlines from Australia to Kenya […]
Indonesia, the world’s fourth most populous country with the third largest surviving area of tropical forests, has a new strongman president. Environmentalists are concerned. They fear that, after a decade during which the country’s deforestation rates have fallen by almost two-thirds, Prabowo Subianto will unleash a new ecological orgy, cutting, burning, and despoiling some of the world’s greatest rainforests. The […]
What connects us all? Nature and our shared relationships through nature. Share We Earthling posters to inspire others with your stories (click the image for a larger, high-resolution poster). Editor’s Note: This poster was originally published on October 13, 2020. Post navigation Join Our Telegram Group Services Marketplace – Listings, Bookings & Reviews Entertainment blogs & Forums
Your mom gave you life, so it’s understandable that you’d want to get her a great Mother’s Day gift. But that can be easier said than done, especially if you feel like you’ve run out of time. For all you procrastinators out there, we’re here for you. Get inspired with one of these eight ideas for the eco-friendly mamas in […]
As consumers become more aware of how their purchases are impacting the planet, businesses are under increasing pressure to implement more sustainable practices. A recent CleanHub survey of Americans found that 78% want more authentic brand action to become sustainable, and 49% stated that they’re willing to pay more for low-impact, recyclable products. Being more sustainable can be good for […]
The Endangered Species Act (ESA), passed in 1973 and signed into law by Republican Richard Nixon, has been a bulwark against unrestrained deforestation and development for over 50 years. It has protected and helped restore 1,700 species that teetered on the brink of extinction but returned to viable populations. Author Lowell Baier was a young lawyer in Washington, D.C., when […]
Sponsored Content Photo credit: depositphotos.com. By Antaris Consulting Energy audits have become essential for businesses looking to reduce costs and achieve operational sustainability. A partnership with a trusted energy auditor can reveal inefficiencies and offer a clear path towards greater savings and a reduced carbon footprint. Empowering sustainable practices There is an obvious need for greater sustainability in business energy […]
Close to 20 billion pads, tampons, and applicators enter North American landfills every year. The mind-boggling generation of waste is just one in a series of serious environmental impacts created by feminine hygiene products. Is it possible to green your period? Editor’s note: This post contains affiliate links, which helps fund our Recycling Directory, the most comprehensive in North America. […]
This week’s quote is from author Bill McKibben about humans’ environmental impact: “We have the same impact in five minutes that our ancestors had in a year.” Earth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people think of the planet first, every day. Click to get a larger image. Editor’s note: This post was originally published on July 26, […]