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04/16/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

When cows are raised naturally, cattle production becomes environmentally friendly and sustainable, producing a healthier product

Cattle farming has found itself on the receiving end of lots of criticism over the years, and much of it is justified. In many ways, cattle production is linked with problems like water pollution, overgrazing and general unsustainability. However, by raising cows naturally, cattle production can actually be not only environmentally friendly but also sustainable. […]

12/27/2017 / By Tracey Watson

One more reason “high carbon levels” are a good thing: CO2 protects rainforests and at-risk wildlife species

Scientists and world leaders who are convinced that the world is facing a crisis they refer to as catastrophic man-made global warming have implemented policies to turn the situation around. These measures include taking steps to reduce carbon emissions and entering agreements like the Paris Climate Agreement. Scientists are also aware that trees are reservoirs […]

12/13/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Pollution from pharmaceuticals and personal care products is wiping out freshwater ecosystems; testing criteria don’t account for ecological disruption

As the demand for pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) continues to grow, so too does their impact on freshwater ecosystems. More than just that, the testing criteria for the harmful effects of PCCPs should be broadened to include ecologically disrupting compounds (EcoDC). These were the conclusions a team of researchers came to in their […]

09/27/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Biodiversity results in healthier, more productive ecosystems and can even help guard against extreme weather

As our hearts and bodies unite in the collective experience of the recent hurricane disasters across our country and other weather disturbances around the globe, a small but enlightening study may provide insight to what we can do to thrive once again. A team of researchers from the Smithsonian have concluded that biodiversity directly impacts […]

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