bony wood is frequently used in furniture and musical instruments because of its exceptional hardness, density, fine texture and extremely dark hue. The immense demand for this valuable hardwood has led to overexploitation and illegal logging.
Has the Biden administration been able to ramp up the development of wind power as promised?
In 2021, President Biden pledged to cut U.S. fossil fuel emissions by 50 percent from 2005 levels by 2030, promising to build 30,000 megawatts of offshore wind by then, enough to power 10 million homes!
How are AI and robotics combining to revolutionize recycling?
A survey conducted by the Carton Council of North America in 2018 showed that 94 percent of Americans support recycling. That same year, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported that the recycling rate was only 32.1 percent. Why is this the case?
What eco-friendly beers and hard ciders are available in the U.S.?
The explosion of U.S. craft breweries and cideries in recent years has meant that beer and hard cider drinkers have more eco-friendly options than ever. But what exactly constitutes an eco-friendly brew?
What’s the connection between the onset of global warming & an increase in violent human behavior?
It’s not uncommon to hear talk about the dire consequences of global warming—rising-sea levels, extreme weather and ecological disruptions. But there’s another dimension to this crisis that doesn’t get much attention but is equally concerning: the link between global warming and increased violent behavior.
What’s the latest, greatest, and greenest today in countertop materials, flooring, paint, and appliances?
Kitchens have traditionally had one of the worst environmental footprints in the home. However, technological advancements have brought more eco-friendly materials and tools for greener kitchens.
What are some ways to grow more food on less land, given population growth and less arable land?
With human numbers expected to swell to 10 billion by 2060 and the amount of arable land shrinking, finding sustainable ways to produce more food on less land is a pressing concern.
Are there any proven links between exposure to pollution and mental health problems?
Mental health and environment are two issues often in the spotlight, though not often associated together. But some researchers have begun to find links between increases in polluted air, water and soil
How can I be a more environmentally responsible parent?
Sustainable parenting isn’t easy given all the ways modern society has become largely a profusion of disposable products. Besides making conscious decisions about the products you buy
What’s the kerfuffle over uranium mining near the Grand Canyon?
Since the 1950s when uranium was discovered below the desert in the Grand Canyon region of Arizona, land managers, resource extractors, environmentalists and locals have debated the ecological impacts of mining this heavy metal
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