The great horned owl is the most common owl of the Americas. The large bird has a deep hooting voice, long ear-like tufts of feathers, and big yellow eyes that can be intimidating when they stare. Here are some interesting facts about this magnificent creature. 1. They Do Not Have Horns. Despite its name, the…
How Are Small Islands Preparing for Climate Change?
WHY SMALL ISLANDS? The first victims of climate change are going to be the small islands that are both inhabited or uninhabited. Appearing as a dot on the map, these small islands are often ignored from the big headlines and more forgotten when it comes to climate change. This phenomenon is going to change the…
The Effects and Prevention of Eutrophication
Eutrophication refers to algal blooms or excessive growth of phytoplankton (microcosmic plant-like organisms). Eutrophication occurs when there is an excessive amount of mineral and nutrient content in a water body. These nutrients can come from various sources, both natural and artificial. Natural sources are weathering of rocks that contain phosphorus, animal excrement, and other types…
The Benefits of Planting Trees
Trees are the oldest living things on earth. Planting trees is also an easy and sustainable way of positively affecting the environment. Here is an overview of the main reasons why we should plant trees. Trees purify the air and help in absorbing air pollutants like nitrogen oxides, ammonia, carbon dioxide, and re-oxygenate the atmosphere…
6 Consequences of Over-Fishing
Every day countless quantities of fish are hauled out of the sea. With oceans covering over 70% of the Earth’s surface, marine life is vital to sustaining life elsewhere on the planet. However, over-fishing is causing harmful effects to humans and the ocean as well. Here are 5 drastic consequences of over-fishing. 1. Extinction Marine…
Energy Saving – How does it work?
Renovating your home is about reducing energy waste. Energy conservation work aims to reduce our energy costs and also protect our environment. According to the IEA (International Energy Agency), real estate has the potential to reduce its CO2 emissions by 24% by 2050, just with renewable energies, knowing that old housing is the biggest consumer…
Air Conditioning and Ecology: An Overview of the Different Air Conditioning Gases
Air conditioning is on the rise, but it is often being questioned for its impact on our health and the environment. Is it dangerous and should we be wary of it? An air conditioner can release refrigerants that are responsible for the increase in greenhouse gases. Indeed, these fluids have a strong warming power evaluated…
5 Simple Ways Manufacturing Businesses Can Contribute to Protecting the Environment
The effort of reducing negative environmental impact by adopting eco-friendly solutions is called “going green”. “Going green” has been a popular discussion topic for the last decade and is crucial for manufacturing companies to be successful. It involves taking measures such as reducing utility costs, starting recycling and reusing procedural programs and buying products and…
5 Interesting Facts About Ants
Ants are one of the most widespread insects found in homes and almost anywhere else. These minuscule insects are a subject of continuous study by scientists and entomologists. Here are 4 interesting facts about these fascinating creatures. 1. Ants Are Old as Dinosaurs Archaeologists estimate that ants have been on earth since the mid cretaceous…
Why Are Ants Important for Our Ecosystem?
It’s hardly a surprise that ants are among the most abundant insects on earth. There is approximately one quadrillion of them, with more than 10,000 species, and they outnumber humans by a factor of almost 1.5 million to 1! As much as we despise them, ants have an essential role in our ecosystem. Here are…