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The Everglades has often been referred to as a vast river of grass.

25 years of Everglades restoration has improved drinking water for millions in Florida, but a new risk is rising

Changes to the landscape and pollution have harmed this vital ecosystem known as the ‘river of grass.’

Will we eventually have to send our trash into space if we run out of room on Earth?

Humans generate a lot of trash, but there are cheaper and safer ways to handle it than loading it on rockets.

Why does the Earth spin?

An astronomer takes us on a tour of the universe to learn about the birth of stars and planets and how they get their spin.

Why do we use gasoline for small vehicles and diesel fuel for big vehicles?

Both gasoline and diesel fuel are refined from crude oil, but they are good for different things and can’t be used interchangeably.

Employees sort crickets by size at a farm in Thailand.

Insects are everywhere in farming and research − but insect welfare is just catching up

There’s no single, simple way to assess whether bugs feel pain, but research is giving scientists a better understanding of their abilities.

What you need to know before becoming a collector of live insects or snails

(BPT) - Insects and snails are a critical part of the planet's ecosystem. Bees, for example, pollinate important crops and provide high-quality food like honey, while snails feed on dead or rotting …

Making Your Energy Choices Count this Earth Day

You can save yourself some money while you help save the planet this Earth Day.

(NAPSI)—This year is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day—an excellent reason to consider ways you can make a difference, not just for the environment, but for yourself, your home, and your family. …

The Arbor Day Foundation launches the largest corporate tree distribution program in its history

(BPT) - Trees are vital to our communities, both now and in the future. Each year, we lose 36 million trees due to age, disease, pests and severe weather. That's why it is essential to plant mature …

EPA must use the best available science − by law − but what does that mean?

Environmental Protection Agency employees and others protest the Trump administration’s actions involving the agency on March 25, 2025, in Philadelphia.
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The Trump administration’s job cuts and advisory board changes at the agency won’t change those rules, as a former EPA science adviser explains.

5 ways to enhance your outdoor living experience

(BPT) - There's nothing quite like spending time in your outdoor space. You can enjoy fresh air and sunshine — or evening breezes — while basking in the comfort of being at home. This …

Why sizzling cities are mapping hot spots street by street

Knowable Magazine reports on how in metros like Reno, Nevada, citizen scientists hit the road to collect detailed temperature data—key to taming urban heat, saving lives and designing for a warmer future.

This is a close-up photo of an ordinary garden fly.

How many types of insects are there in the world?

The number of insect species is mind-boggling – and they are a critical part of the environment.

After gathering data on the captured anole, the team releases it back to the wild. Neil Losin/Day's Edge Prods.

Amid a tropical paradise known as ‘Lizard Island,’ researchers are cracking open evolution’s black box – scientist at work

A decade of fieldwork is revealing how one of biology’s fundamental principles works in real time.

Fish are thriving in the river Seine

Reasons to be Cheerful reports on river Seine, the storied French waterway that was once nearly biologically dead but is not teeming with marine life once again.

How electrification can help make your home more sustainable

(BPT) - Is creating a more energy-efficient, sustainable home important to you? If so, you'll be glad to know that it's possible to make your home more sustainable, while also helping you save money, …

Storm season is coming: How to prepare for a power outage

(BPT) - Changing seasons bring stormy weather, so as temperatures start rising, you'll want to prepare for severe weather — and the power outages that can result. The good news is, there are …

Shop Your Values: How Tom’s of Maine is Doing Right by People and the Planet

(BPT) - If you want to do right by the planet and help make a difference, you can choose brands that align with your values — whether it's sustainability, waste reduction, social …