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Water Crisis: A Global Pandemic

In the U.S., the future of water supply looks bleak. There are expected to be water shortages in certain areas of the U.S. by as early as 2025 and most areas will be affected by 2050. Despite this, we are relatively fortunate compared to the rest of the world. Not only do third-world countries lack

Clouded Leopard Facts

Clouded leopard is a wild cat, which is larger than the small cat, but smaller than big cats. They have cloud shaped patches on the coat which are irregular and have dark edges. They come in two species, namely clouded and Bornean leopards.

Green Lifestyle

The buzz word today is Green. Every syndicated network is talking about green. It is almost impossible to watch the evening news without seeing a segment on a global warming issue or a report on a going green project in your state.

Use Natural Energy - Save Your Planet!

In the near future, there will be rapid changes in our environment. Many researches have proven that in 50 to 100 years time there could be greater consequences. So, we should start thinking of our future and plan accordingly. This world in which we live has a very complicated structure. There are s

Endocrine Disruptors and Chemicals in Consumer Products

What types of health risks potentially are posed by chemicals in consumer products? This new report takes a close look at the risk for endocrine disruption, and possibly asthma, from chemicals in everything from daily household products to sunscreens.

Why Is Recycling Oil Important and How Do I Do It?

Like many people I wish to do my bit for the environment but it can be difficult to not only know what we can recycle but how we go about this task and where we can take it. One of the products which until recently I didn't know you could recycle is oil. I've written the following article

How Big is the Pie? A Sustainability Story

You've toiled over your family's favourite pie all day, getting it just perfect! Your five member family congregates in the kitchen, to take in the aroma, two minutes before the oven timer is scheduled to go off. Just then, there is a bell!

How to Minimize Air Pollution

Air pollution is one of the immense problems that humanity is suffering from. The air we breathe is no longer fresh instead what we usually inhale are harmful air pollutants. Whether we are inside our home or office or outside the house we are surrounded by air pollutants that come from different so

The Truth About Drought in Australia

Of all the countries in the world, Australia is perhaps one of the countries constantly hit by drought. A usual farming community in Australia lives with drought. People here accept drought as a normal aspect of life.

Why Go Green: Economic Reasons for Using Green Energy

The green energy revolution is upon us! Green energy, or renewable energy, is a kind of energy that comes from a renewable source. Sunlight, water, wind, geothermal heat-all of these contain energy that can be converted into power, which can, in turn, be used as electricity.

When It Comes to Climate Change, Which Numbers Matter Most?

"When we think about global warming at all, the arguments tend to be ideological, theological and economic," McKibbon writes. "But to grasp the seriousness of our predicament, you just need to do a little math." Why do these numbers matter?

The Challenge of Regulating Arsenic in Rice

Mounting worries over arsenic in rice are prompting calls for regulation, but regulating a naturally occurring element in such a widely eaten food is proving to be no easy task.

3 Ways to Take a Shower

The shower is a cultural phenomenon, and a relatively recent luxury. Some environmentalists suggest a more spartan version, called the Navy Shower. For the author, who was brought up on a farm in France, this brings back memories of times long gone when showers did not even exist.

5 Tips for Helping Your Office Go Green

In today's world, many people are making movements to be more environmentally friendly and live a green lifestyle. There are many ways that you can take "going green" to the office as well. These tips will help you create a lasting environmental impact, no matter where you live.