Imagine a world without rain forests: no centuries-old trees to see and no unique animals to watch. That world could become reality in a hundred years if deforestation continues at the rate it’s happening today. Right now, forests cover about 30 percent of the Earth’s landmass. However, that number is quickly dropping as millions of acres of forests are...
What Is Soil Conservation and What Do I Need To Know About It?
There is a lot of journalistic coverage about conserving forests, oceans, and energy, which are all extremely important for the environment. Soil does not currently receive as much attention, however, without adequately fertile soil, agriculture would disappear and humanity along with it. Soil erosion damages surrounding water...
While most people have a general understanding of what pollution is and how it is caused, most people have not heard about thermal pollution. The basic idea of pollution that most people know about includes air pollution from carbon emissions in vehicles and general pollution through littering and use harmful chemicals.
A lot of people have never heard of thermal...
Starting in the 18th century and gaining popularity in the 19th century, the Industrial Revolution brought about drastic changes in the social and economic lives of humans. The benefits of the revolution are felt even today, but so are the adverse effects. The introduction of industrialization brought about industrial pollution.
During the revolution, technology, manufacturing, and science all began rapidly...
In today’s world, there seems to be a growing focus on practices that are sustainable and respectful of the environment. This includes turning to forms renewable energy as alternatives to fossil fuels. One of the most well-known and visible examples of a sustainable energy source is wind power. If you’ve ever been on a road trip and seen fields full of...
Deserts are some of the harshest places on Earth. While humans can live off the land in several, severe climates, being stranded in the desert is virtually a death sentence for even the most capable wilderness survivor.
It’s this particular reason that makes deserts so interesting. They’re devoid of almost everything life needs to thrive, but it perseveres anyway. Deserts...
Genetic engineering is the process of altering the genetic composition of plants, animals, and humans. The most practical application of genetic engineering is to create a more sustainable food system for the people of Earth, but there are other ways we can use it to our advantage as well.Unfortunately, there are both pros and cons of genetic engineering. For...
Overgrazing refers to what happens when livestock feeds on pasture to the point where there is no vegetation left. When animals deplete the fully-grown wildlife, they move onto underdeveloped plants without giving them enough time to fully mature. This can also happen in the wild when a particular group of animals has their natural travel patterns restricted.Overgrazing can have...
Over the last twenty years, the push for people to be more environmentally conscious has continued to grow, with many businesses making it easier for people to be environmentally friendly. While there is still a large number of the population who are not aware of the importance of taking care of the world, most people do know the buzzwords...
The grassland is home to majestic creatures that many in the western world can only hope to see in a zoo. Animals like elephants, cheetahs, and lions thrive in the grassland environment, but the biome is at increased risk as human development continues to expand.The grassland ecosystem is diverse but fragile. Since the climate is so dry, a few...