Will we eventually have to send our trash into space if we run out of room on Earth?
Humans generate a lot of trash, but there are cheaper and safer ways to handle it than loading it on rockets.
Why does the Earth spin?
An astronomer takes us on a tour of the universe to learn about the birth of stars and planets and how they get their spin.
Why do we use gasoline for small vehicles and diesel fuel for big vehicles?
Both gasoline and diesel fuel are refined from crude oil, but they are good for different things and can’t be used interchangeably.
Insects are often under pressure from several threats at once, from pesticides to habitat loss to pollution.
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Conservation group lawsuit seeks to speed listing of Alaska king salmon under Endangered Species Act
A Washington state-based conservation group filed a lawsuit this week in an effort to speed up the federal government’s review of a proposal to list king salmon as threatened or endangered across the Gulf of Alaska. The Wild Fish Conservancy filed its lawsuit Thursday in U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C., saying that the National […]
Bees, fish and plants show how climate change’s accelerating pace is disrupting nature in 2 key ways
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Fast-rising temperatures can change how plants and animals behave and disrupt the delicate timing of pollination.
3 expert ways to safely reduce allergens inside your home this allergy season
(BPT) - Spring has officially sprung, but just as April showers bring May flowers, these warmer months also herald the start of peak allergy season. If you are someone who has asthma or suffers from …
What you need to know before becoming a collector of live insects or snails
(BPT) - Insects and snails are a critical part of the planet's ecosystem. Bees, for example, pollinate important crops and provide high-quality food like honey, while snails feed on dead or rotting …
25 years of Everglades restoration has improved drinking water for millions in Florida, but a new risk is rising
Changes to the landscape and pollution have harmed this vital ecosystem known as the ‘river of grass.’
Making Your Energy Choices Count this Earth Day
(NAPSI)—This year is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day—an excellent reason to consider ways you can make a difference, not just for the environment, but for yourself, your home, and your family. …
(BPT) - Trees are vital to our communities, both now and in the future. Each year, we lose 36 million trees due to age, disease, pests and severe weather. That's why it is essential to plant mature …
There’s no single, simple way to assess whether bugs feel pain, but research is giving scientists a better understanding of their abilities.
The Trump administration’s job cuts and advisory board changes at the agency won’t change those rules, as a former EPA science adviser explains.
(BPT) - There's nothing quite like spending time in your outdoor space. You can enjoy fresh air and sunshine — or evening breezes — while basking in the comfort of being at home. This …
Knowable Magazine reports on how in metros like Reno, Nevada, citizen scientists hit the road to collect detailed temperature data—key to taming urban heat, saving lives and designing for a warmer future.
(BPT) - Is creating a more energy-efficient, sustainable home important to you? If so, you'll be glad to know that it's possible to make your home more sustainable, while also helping you save money, …
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