The Cocos Islands Are Overwhelmed by 414 Million Pieces of Plastic
The 27 small islands in the Indian Ocean, lying 1,300 miles from Australia, face a flood of incredible 328 tons of plastic waste. An archipelago consisting of two 6 square….
Category: Environment
Consequences of Global Warming
Global warming is the gradual increase in the average temperature of the earth’s surface and the oceans. The global average temperature of both the earth and the oceans indicates a….
Renewables in the US for the First Time Outperform Coal
The trend of using coal for power generation is slowly declining. On the other hand, renewable energy sources from wind farms, hydro power plants and solar panels are on the….
2 major causes of coral reef bleaching
Coral reefs are a vital part of marine ecosystems. They are breeding grounds for marine creatures; sustain many economies through fishing and tourism. Corals will also act as a storm….
Radioactive Nuclear Dome Is Probably Responsible for Shellfish Poisoning
Scientists have found high levels radiation in shellfish in the Pacific Ocean. Radiation causes shellfish poisoning and thus fundamentally disrupts the food chain and the entire ecosystem. Scientists are worried….
Special Roof Panels Will Clean Air 100 Times Faster than Trees
Scientists have developed plant-based panels working on photosynthesis principle that eliminate greenhouse gases and produce oxygen. The special “green roof” cleans the air while producing food ingredients. Platforms purify the….
The Second Largest Colony of Emperor Penguins Finally Disappeared
The fauna of Antarctica is represented by eight species of penguins. The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) published in 2012 concluded that the inhospitable continent was inhabited by nearly 600,000 emperor….
Scientists Have Found a Way to Transform “Human Waste” into Bricks
Mankind uses building materials taken from the earth since our memory reaches. Like all commodities, these materials are gradually decreasing. Mining and dredging takes its toll on the devastated landscape…..
The Pharmaceutical Industry Emits More Greenhouse Gases than Automotive
The pharmaceutical industry is polluting the environment more than automotive, and it also contributes significantly to global warming. Direct proportionality applies – smaller businesses produce fewer emissions than larger ones…..
The Biggest “Free Food Forest” Will Be Built in Atlanta
Atlanta will provide 7 acres of urban land that will be converted into a food forest. It will be the largest food forest not only in Georgia but throughout the….