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Agriculture uses 70% of the world’s freshwater supply — but new 'smart soil' could dramatically reduce that
Professors at the University of Texas at Austin have engineered a new type of gel-infused soil that helps plants water and feed themselves.
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A recent study suggests that increased precipitation could alleviate the impacts of the Colorado River's "megadrought," offering hope for improved water supply over the next 25 years.
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Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22nd. We’ve put together the best ideas and activities to help you meaningfully celebrate it...
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7 Best Water Documentaries To Dive Into
From ocean conservation to water scarcity, explore these documentaries that dive into the world's pressing water issues.
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Installing solar panels over California's canals could yield climate payoffs
A solution called the “solar canal solution” may resolve the water and climate issues in California by covering their canals with solar panels.
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Whether you are an ardent ocean conservationist, a nature enthusiast, or someone who enjoys long walks on the beach, these quotes will touch your heart and stir your thinking.
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Good news: Conservation efforts helped humpback whales rebound from near-extinction
Humpback whales were almost entirely wiped out by commercial whaling in the 19th and early 20th century, but decades of conservation efforts are paying off as experts see a historic population increase in recent years.
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Community collaboration led to groundbreaking manatee rescue efforts
Environmental agencies, NGOs and local fishing communities have joined forces to create a network to respond to emergencies involving stranded Antillean manatees.
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Little Miss Flint Has Spent Her Life Fighting The Water Crisis
No, that isn't an exaggeration: since she was 12-years-old, the Flint native has been the face of Flint's water crisis — one that's still very much active today.
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Ultimate Calendar of Animal Holidays (2024)
Your simple guide to the dozens of national and international animal awareness days, weeks, and months.
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It’s important that each of us play a role in protecting animals — but why should cute, fuzzy animals have all the fun? Explore photos of the ugliest animals!
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