It’s tough to accurately document shark sightings, but shark attacks are documented every year. There are two classifications of shark bites: provoked and unprovoked.
Is virtual tourism better for the planet than actual tourism?
If you’ve ever wanted to visit Yosemite National Park, the Great Barrier Reef or Tanzania’s Mt Kilimanjaro but couldn’t afford the costs or time away, virtual tourism might be just right for you.
Is putting out birdhouses and/or bird feeders good or bad for the local ecosystem?
While putting up a bird house or bird feeder is a great way to attract birds to your property, the jury is out as to whether such attractions help or harm local biodiversity and overall ecosystem health.
Are there any electric vehicles available that can charge up using solar power
Yes, there are electric vehicles (EVs) available that can be charged using solar power. Often referred to as solar-powered EVs or solar-charging EVs, these vehicles integrate solar panels into their design to harness solar energy
Is it OK for the environment to use an electric bug zapper to keep the mosquitoes at bay
With summer comes, many of us seek solutions to combat the nuisance and potential health risks of mosquitoes.
Can we mass produce heat pumps with the same effort as WWII tanks?
choice for home heating than the traditional options. “Heat pumps use only about a third as much electricity as baseboard electric heaters and considerably less energy than gas or oil furnaces,” reports Bob Schildgen in Sierra magazine. “You don’t need gas or oil to operate a heat pump, as it relies only on electricity.”
Is it really a good idea to burn parcels of land on purpose in order to prevent wildfires?
Burning parcels of land intentionally, known as controlled burning, has long been a controversial practice aimed at reducing the risk of larger, uncontrolled wildfires.
What are the environmental and other pros and cons of ditching the gas guzzler for an EV?
Transportation accounts for almost a third of all U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, making the switch to EVs a welcome change for environmental advocates.
How is America’s outdated power grid inhibiting efforts to fight climate change?
Our outdated power grid is indeed a significant hindrance to efforts to combat climate change. One of the key issues is the grid’s limited capacity to integrate renewable energy sources (solar, wind, etc.), a needed step if we’re to make the transition to a clean energy economy.
I would like to plant a few new trees in my backyard, and am looking for guidance
Home gardening is a great way to spend time outside, improve local ecosystems and learn more about botany and plants. When it comes to household gardening, natives are the key to success.
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