Nairobi Declaration Calls for Indigenous-Led Conservation
The Nairobi Declaration is an advocacy statement calling for Indigenous-led conservation, consent and transparency.
How to Live on Earth: What the Free Documentary Says About Working With Nature
How to Live on Earth is Open Planet's free 96-minute documentary on working with nature instead of against it.
Do Houseplants Actually Clean Your Air? What the Research Really Shows
Research on fan-assisted botanical biofilters does not mean ordinary potted plants can clean a normally ventilated room.
Beyond Green: What the Evidence Says About Biodiversity and Wellbeing
Studies link biodiversity to wellbeing, but the evidence is associative and perception matters.
The Coldest Wind Chill Ever: Braving the Harshest Weather at Mount Washington Observatory
Mount Washington Observatory: A Haven for Harsh Weather Phenomena Perched at a height of 6000 feet in New Hampshire, Mount Washington Observatory is known for its unpredictable and harsh weather conditions, earning
Govind Tekale
Lake Mead’s Tragic Transformation: The Drying Up of Beauty
Lake Mead, a once pristine body of water renowned for its beauty and human engineering, has been facing a catastrophic drought in recent years & facing unfortunate transformation. The declining water levels
Karmactive Team
California Weather Emergencies: Preparing for the Unexpected
In recent weeks, California has experienced a barrage of severe storms, highlighting the urgency to educate residents on the crucial resources available during such weather emergencies. Diana Crofts-Pelayo, the Assistant Director of
Volcanic Eruption Destroys Unique Life Forms & Tropical Landmass in Tonga
A tropical island in Tonga that appeared from the water in 2015 was filled with unique life forms, but the largest volcanic explosion of the twenty-first century utterly destroyed it along with
Seven States, One River: The Struggle to Save the Dwindling Colorado River
The negotiations to save the vanishing Colorado River between seven states have failed, with California standing apart from the rest. The talks aimed at making substantial water cuts for the Colorado River,
NASA Study Sheds Light on Groundwater Fluctuations in California
According to NASA experts, a previously uncharted subterranean source contributes to the substantial amount of water that irrigates the fruitful Central Valley farmland annually, accounting for roughly 10% of the total. The
Rahul Somvanshi
Environmental Concerns Halt Norway’s Plans for Seabed Mining
A Norwegian study has uncovered the presence of a “substantial” number of metals and minerals, such as copper and rare earth elements, on the seabed of the country’s extended continental shelf. The
California Earthquakes Result in Closure of Major State Park Route
Recent earthquake in California have led to the closure of Mattole Road, a heavily traveled major route through Humboldt Redwoods State Park. The road has been shut down indefinitely due to a
The Lost City Hydrothermal Field: A Submerged Oasis of Life
The ethereal blue hue of the Lost City’s creamy carbonate structures and columns is revealed by a remotely operated vehicle sent to investigate. From miniature stacks resembling toadstools to a towering monolith
Drought Conditions Ease in California, But Challenges Remain
California has some encouraging news with the latest update to the U.S. Drought Monitor. The state is experiencing a reduction in drought conditions as evidenced by the shrinking of the orange areas