Category: Agriculture
The Green Buzz: Monday, May 13
Written by Megan Sheehan | May 13th, 2013
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Take a sip of coffee and read what’s on our green news radar this Monday morning.
- Unless severe weather strikes this summer, the U.S. expects a record corn crop. (Wall Street Journal)
- Is there human poop in your compost? (NPR)
- Think everyone in the developed world has easy-access to safe drinking water? Think again. (The New York Times)
- The habitats for common plants and animals will drastically shrink this century. (Huffington Post)
- In case you didn’t see it: Amazing Google Earth time-lapse video of how we’ve changed the planet. (MNN)
What Is the Future of Nature?
Written by Wayne Klockner | May 3rd, 2013
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By 2050, the Earth’s population is expected to exceed 9 billion, and our climate is changing at a rate even faster than anticipated. How can we continue to meet the needs of nature and people?
A New Diet for the Planet?
Written by Mark Tercek | May 1st, 2013
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Should environmentalists say no to meat? Our CEO Mark Tercek, a long-time vegetarian turned vegan, tackles this tough question and offers solutions that even meat-eaters may like.
Dialogues on the Environment: Q&A with Gretchen Daily
Written by Mark Tercek | April 17th, 2013
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The idea of natural capital — that Earth’s lands, waters and biodiversity are vital assets — has spread like fire. CEO Mark Tercek interviews Gretchen Daily about how we can now channel this awareness and energy into real-world action.
Drought Calls for Watering Restrictions in the Western U.S.
Written by Madeline Breen | April 10th, 2013
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New watering restrictions in Fort Collins, Colorado are a stark reminder that it’s up to us to chart a smarter course toward meeting the future needs of our thirsty cities.
How Better Meat Can Mean Less Meat… and More Water
Written by Jeff Opperman | March 18th, 2013
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If you’re a meat lover, making the conversion to vegetarianism might seem impossible. But “Meatless Mondays” are a straightforward choice that can allow you to reduce your meat consumption AND conserve water.
20 Days of H2O: World Water Day 2013
Written by Madeline Breen | March 1st, 2013
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The Conservancy is raising awareness of how much water we really use in our daily lives, culminating in a celebration of World Water Day on March 22. Help us spread the word!
The Green Buzz: Friday, March 1
Written by Madeline Breen | March 1st, 2013
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Hello there, March! Let’s ring in this new month with some green news.
- What did the one rat brain say to the other rat brain? (BBC News)
- The case of the disappearing bees — and say goodbye to crops, too. (Smithsonian)
- Wow. The most shocking photo of Beijing air pollution… ever. (Washington Post)
- On the green move: how to move houses without harming the planet. (Grist)
- The National Parks Service to lose $100 million+ due to the federal budget sequester. (Huffington Post Green)
Are We Close to Peak Farmland?
Written by Craig Leisher | January 22nd, 2013
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According to a new study, the world has hit peak farmland — which means we can stop converting nature to agricultural use. Is the report too good to be true? Our scientist delves into the details.
Cool Green Morning: Tuesday, January 15
Written by Madeline Breen | January 15th, 2013
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We scour the ‘net each day for the top green news stories. Read on!
- My, what large feet you have! Fantastic new flying frog discovered. (National Geographic)
- You know all that smog in Beijing? What the heck is actually in it? (Guardian)
- The Hay Mafia — coming soon to a drought and wildfire-afflicted area near you. (TreeHugger)
- Another similarity between chimps and people: chimps can play fair, too. (TIME)
- Infographic: Each day, 1 million animals are struck by cars in the US. (Mother Nature Network)
