Environmentalism
Contributing Articles in Environmentalism
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Land Use and Its Effect on the Environment
Suburban sprawl is changing the U.S. landscape.Rural land that once provide ecosystem services to communities is being developed.What questions should citizens be asking?
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Ocean Acidification
Each person's carbon footprint affects much more than the atmosphere. It affects the oceans, too, and is already producing alarming pH changes.
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America's Critical Water and Oil Pipelines
Just like the water infrastructure, the energy infrastructure transports oil, gasoline and natural gas, as well as many other petroleum based products through pipelines.
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Improving Environmental Sustainability
People must coexist on this planet with other living things. The challenge is meeting human needs while protecting the environment. One answer is to use resources wisely.
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Buildings Growing Greener
Although still somewhat an exception versus a norm, green building has made great strides in securing policies and laws to insure and assist green enhancements.
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The Doomsday Seed Vault
The Svalbard Seed Bank was built on a remote Norwegian Island. It opened in 2008, about 600 miles from the North Pole.It is the Master Backup for all other seed banks.
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Tree Planting Day Around the World
Heightened interest in conservation sees community tree planting gaining popularity. More people are getting involved in this practical way of improving the environment.
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Toxic Litter Butts
Cigarette butts are the most littered item globally. The environmental impact of these little objects are huge for the world's oceans and marine life.
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Causes of Ocean Pollution Dead Zones
How ocean dead zones are created, and the primary water pollution sources that trigger the process. How ocean pollution affects marine life and ocean plants.
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Evidence of Global Warming
Arguments against global warming lie in its confusing name and its complexity. However, evidence suggests that the climate is undergoing change, affecting the Earth.
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