Category: Water Conservation
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)
Walking for Water
Written by Sarah Davidson | May 8th, 2013
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An Earth Day 6K walk aims to raise awareness of the average distance women and children must walk every single day in Africa and Asia to collect water. The time to address global water challenges is now.
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.
Amid Midwest Flooding, a Call for New Solutions
Written by Michael Reuter | April 25th, 2013
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The current flooding of the Illinois River is a stark reminder that we need to stop being reactive and start being proactive when it comes to investing in flood management.
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.
Massive Water Main Break Underscores Water Challenges – and Solutions
Written by Mark Tercek | March 22nd, 2013
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A massive water main break in Washington, DC — coming just hours before World Water Day — serves as a stark reminder of the importance of investing more in our water supply infrastructure.
The Green Buzz: Friday, March 22
Written by Madeline Breen | March 22nd, 2013
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Happy World Water Day! We’re bringing you some green news with a splash of water news, too.
- Research reveals a giant squid is a giant squid is a giant squid. (Wired)
- How the water crisis is a women’s, kids’ and hunger issue. (Huffington Post Green)
- Are Africa “land grabs” really “water grabs”? (CNN)
- 5 ways we can lessen our water use this World Water Day. (Mother Nature Network)
- You know those mass extinctions 135 million years ago? Blame the volcanoes. (National Geographic)
Nature’s Silent Currency
Written by Giulio Boccaletti | March 21st, 2013
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In a world of seven billion people – with three billion new consumers coming on stage by 2030 – finding a more effective model for water will require a suite of solutions. And nature is the common thread.
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.
