Environment
Best of Earth911 Podcast: Sailing Toward Composting Convenience With 11th Hour Racing’s Michelle Carnevale
Michelle Carnevale, president of 11th Hour Racing, is a passionate advocate for sustainability and ocean health. In a recent article for Earth911 titled "How You Can Help Create A Healthier…
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‘Disasters are a human choice’: Texas counties have little power to stop building in flood-prone areas
The recent deadly floods in Central Texas have brought attention to the issue of building in flood-prone areas. Camp Mystic,…
New Orleans will now measure its energy-hogging buildings
New Orleans Takes a Step Towards Sustainable Building Practices In 2014, New Orleans made a bold statement by announcing its…
We Watched Neil Jacobs’ Confirmation Hearing for NOAA Administrator and Are Concerned about What We Heard
President Trump’s nominee to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Dr. Neil Jacobs, faced scrutiny during his confirmation…
Danger Season Disasters Hit People Hard Even as NOAA, FEMA Still Under Threat from Trump Administration Â
The past week has been a mix of devastating news and glimmers of hope amidst the chaos. In our latest…
The oceans may contain much, much more plastic than previously thought
A groundbreaking new study published in the journal Nature has shed light on the pervasive issue of nanoplastic pollution in…
Seeing fewer fireflies this year? Here’s why, and how you can help.
Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are a beloved part of summer evenings in the Blue Ridge region. Their twinkling…
Earth911 Inspiration: You Can’t Talk Energy Without Addressing the Climate
Climate change is a pressing issue that cannot be ignored, especially when discussing energy policy. Journalist Chris Hayes aptly noted,…
Afterwoke: from identity to unity
The recent book tour for Ash Sarkar's debut work, "Minority Rule: Adventures in the Culture War," has caused quite a…