Nature & Environment

The field of forestry is an applied science that uses biological, physical, social, political, and managerial sciences to protect, manage and conserve forests. Forestry is also an art because although the sciences ensure reliable information, it is up to the foresters to use their judgment and techniques to achieve the …

The world is warming due to human-created climate change. Climate scientists have sounded the alarm for decades. We’re already seeing many of the catastrophic effects such as rising sea levels, massive hurricanes, severe drought, and more. While some of the changes can’t be reversed, there’s still hope. The key? Reduce …

The world is a beautiful place. Biodiversity is one of the reasons why. Biodiversity – which is the diversity within species, between species, and in every ecosystem – serves many essential functions in the world. When a species goes extinct – like a certain type of flower- the world loses …

We hear about threats to the environment every day. Whether it’s the ravages of climate change, deforestation, or pollution, apocalyptic-sounding events fill the news cycle. It can be overwhelming and challenging to discern what exactly it all means. The environment – which includes everything from the ocean to the forests …

There are hundreds of thousands of plant species. They include the tiny caviar-sized watermeal plant to the tallest redwood in California. People travel across the world to see certain plants, like the California redwoods, the bluebells of Europe, and the cherry blossoms of Japan. Despite human’s love of plants, 40% …

When you hear the term “wildlife,” you might picture animals, but many guidelines on conservation or similar areas include flora as well as fauna. These living things are not introduced by humans but are found wild. Different wildlife live in every ecosystem, including forests, oceans, deserts, and more. Why does …

Landscaping is when trees and other plants are brought in to create an area of beauty, whether it’s in a quiet neighborhood or a bustling city. Today, you can find impressive landscaping projects in the form of rooftop gardens, urban pocket parks, and backyard oases. Landscaping isn’t cheap, so why …

Water management is the management of the water resources available on earth. Authorities establish systems and regulations that deal with water for a variety of uses, including agriculture and sanitation. Why is this so important? Water is a renewable resource, but only when it’s managed well. If it isn’t, the …

Arachnophobia – the fear of spiders – is one of the most common phobias. That fear isn’t without cause as most spiders are venomous. In certain types, that venom can cause serious health issues in humans. However, most spiders like to keep to themselves and they don’t attack without reason. …

If you’ve ever taken a walk in a forest, you know how rewarding that experience can be. Imagine you’re in a forest right now. Can you hear the wind blowing through the leaves and the songs of birds? Do you feel like you’ve become a part of something bigger than …