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Mata Atlantica Forest
Brazilian Atlantic Forest Faces Danger

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM ● By Rachael Oppy

The Mata Atlantica is fighting for its life against overdevelopment, where deforestation surged 66 percent last year.

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New Underwater Maps Track Fish

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM ● By Rachael Oppy

To better track the location and movement of marine fish in U.S. waters, The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries is using a new interactive website.

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Deep-Sea Mining is the New Frontier

Jun 30, 2022 09:30AM

Research has found that significant knowledge gaps make it hard to predict the scale of the potential effect of mining the ocean floor.

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Chainlink fence
The Harmful Effects of Fences on Wildlife and Ecosystems

May 31, 2022 09:30AM

Researchers looking at all the studies of the effects of fences have found that their profound impacts on wildlife and ecosystems are often ignored or greatly underestimated.

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Tree cut down exposing rings
Western Megadrought Surge Continues

Apr 29, 2022 09:30AM

A megadrought is a dry spell that lasts for more than 20 years, and the Southwestern U.S. endured the worst occurrence since at least 800 A.D. in the period from 2000 to 2021.

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Plasticware going into disposal bin
Plastic On its Way Out at National Parks

Mar 31, 2022 09:30AM

Poll finds that 82 percent of registered U.S. voters responding would like the National Park Service to stop selling and distributing single-use plastic items.

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Chart illustrating biodiversity loss
Large Study Addresses Indigenous Biodiversity Decline

Mar 31, 2022 09:30AM

Simon Fraser University is engaging with Indigenous organizations, universities and other partners to highlight the problems of biodiversity loss and its implications for health and well-being.

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Himalayan mountains
Himalayan Glacier Retreat Bodes Consequences for Millions

Mar 31, 2022 09:30AM

Researchers have found that glaciers in the Himalayan Mountains are melting at an exceptional rate compared to other glaciers around the world.

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People of Faith Find Deep Connection to the Environment

Feb 28, 2022 09:30AM

Most of the world’s organized religious sects contain a doctrine or reference to preserving the environment.

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Environment Damaged by Winter Road Salt

Feb 28, 2022 09:30AM

The salt used on roads to combat snow and ice in the winter is wreaking havoc on the environment and our drinking water.

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