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Mathematician Reports Breakthrough on Non-Toxic Pest Control Which Doesn’t Harm Bees
An English mathematician has come up with a unique form of non-toxic pest control that had 92% success in crop experiments.
Over 1 Million Gardeners Have United to Create Global Network of Greenery That Nourishes Bees and Butterflies
Anyone with a garden or outdoor space can join the team of 1 million international pollinators who have used their greenery to save pollinators.
Patagonia is Now Making Sustainable Beer in Order to Show Other Brewers How It’s Done
In addition to running a sustainable clothing company, Patagonia is now making sustainable beer as well – and they hope brewers will soon follow suit.
Scientists Praise 96-Year-old for His Hobby of Saving Dwindling Bluebird Populations
Ornithologists have credited Al Larson for bolstering Idaho's bluebird population after he started building hundreds of his own wooden nests.
Abandoned Coal Mines May Soon Be Transformed into Perfectly Efficient Indoor Farms
Coal mine farming is becoming a groundbreaking new way of simultaneously fighting unemployment, hunger, climate change, and deforestation.
Indian Region Just Won Top UN Prize for Being World’s First 100% Organic State With 66,000 Farmers
The Indian state policy was deemed so effective, it managed to beat 51 other nominations for the esteemed UN prize.
Denmark May Begin Labeling Food According to Its Effect on Climate Change
Though the task may prove difficult for legislators, it could have a dramatic impact on grocery manufacturing, packaging, and shopping.
These Aerial Drones Are Supporting Farmers When Bees Are in Short Supply
Robots will never be as good at pollination as honeybees, but with farmers worrying about declining pollinators, these drones can offer a real reprieve.
Hawaii Becomes First State to Ban a Pesticide Linked to Developmental Issues
Last week, Hawaii became the first US state to ban the use of pesticides containing chlorpyrifos, a chemical that has been linked to causing...
7 Ways to Keep Your Yard Healthy in the Summer Without Wasting Water
A Quick Guide to Summer Yard Care: Keeping It Green Without Wasting Water
Written by Katie Kuchta
Reprinted with permission from The Environmental Magazine
Summer has finally...
Britain May Build ‘Road Network’ to Protect Bees, Butterflies, and Moths
Legislators are stepping up to protect important insects by proposing a “road network” that would act as a kind of wildlife corridor for bees,...
Cheap ‘Plant Pods’ That Can Grow More Lettuce in a Room Than Half-Acre Plot May End Hunger
As a means of tackling food security, this company developed a cheap micro-garden that produces tons of nutritious food without needing to be watered every day.
Bee-Friendly Insecticides Closer to Reality After Breakthrough Development
By utilizing this latest development, scientists may be able to make a selective pesticide that kills mites, but leaves precious pollinators unharmed.
Chili Just Became the First-Ever Dog Certified to Save Our Crops From Pests
One of the largest bell pepper producers of North America almost went out of business last year after it came under fire from a...
World’s First Floating Ocean Wind Farm is Set to Start Powering European Coastline
These five windmills – all of which are larger than Big Ben – are set to make up the world's first floating wind farm in Scotland.
World’s Largest Air Purifier Transforms Chinese Smog into Actual Diamonds
This shimmering park tower isn’t just a glamorous piece of architecture: it is the largest air purifier in the world, and it is turning...
Finnish Researchers Just Created Edible Protein Virtually Out of Thin Air
This revolutionary procedure is being hailed for virtually creating food out of thin air.
The process, which was created by Finnish researchers at the Lappeenranta University...
Nature Conservation Becomes Bridge to Peace in the Middle East
Loss of biodiversity is a major challenge in today's world, as is the quest for peace in the Middle East. But these scientists believe...
IKEA Releases Free Design For Garden Sphere That Feeds a Neighborhood
This easily-constructed new IKEA product could feed dozens of people in your very own neighborhood – and the blueprints are available for download free...
Iowa City is Devoting 1,000 Acres to Saving Honeybees
As honeybee populations continue to dwindle in the United States, this small town in Iowa is starting a groundbreaking initiative to save the precious pollinators.
The...