The world’s climate depends on a global aquatic “conveyor belt” system that snakes around the oceans, taking heat from some places and redistributing it elsewhere. It is this system that keeps Europe relatively warm despite its northern latitudes, underpins major … Continued
Originally studying public health and environmental science when she entered college, Stenerson was looking for the perfect opportunity to care for others as well as the environment. It wasn’t until her sophomore year on a trip to Malawi that Stenerson … Continued
While business leaders recognize the threat of climate change, a new report finds the pandemic has stalled action. Despite their concern, almost two-thirds (65%) of organizations need to cut back on their environmental sustainability efforts in response to the pandemic and … Continued
From rampant deforestation to unprecedented global warming, the environment’s health has undoubtedly been on a downward spiral. The planet has gone through extreme environmental changes over the years. Some have been detrimental to different species and their natural ecosystems. 2021 looks … Continued
[Interviewer]: Your book on Environmental Water Markets and Regulation looked at the Murray-Darling Basin as well as water management in parts of Canada and the United States. How does Australia fare in its legal framework for valuing water? [Dr. Kate … Continued
Environmental issues, the COVID-19 Pandemic and economic recovery dominated this week the virtual meeting between the President of Costa Rica, Carlos Alvarado, and the Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed. In reviewing the meeting, the Presidential Office indicated that Mohammed congratulated Costa Rica … Continued
When Ronnie Wright heads to the Delta Sales Yard to bid, it’s about more than just the business of buying and selling cattle. “I tell everybody, I go to the sale barns to fix my addiction because I’ve done this professionally … Continued
When you consider that Centreville, Ill., is one of the poorest cities in the state, it’s easy to see how the city’s flooding and sewage problems have plagued it for decades without help. But there is hope that all with … Continued
Last fall, two powerful hurricanes, Eta and Iota, slammed into Central America within two weeks of each other, causing massive flooding and landslides and affecting millions of people, primarily in Honduras and Nicaragua. Thousands were uprooted from their homes, and women, … Continued
Last week, climate czar John Kerry flew to Europe to advance the Biden administration’s policy agenda ahead of the Leaders Climate Summit that President Biden will host on Earth Day, April 22. The summit provides an opportunity for Biden and his foreign counterparts … Continued