Environmental Science

Everyday items including books, newspapers, packaging, and office supplies are made of paper. But there is also a lot of paper wasted as a result of this extensive use of paper. Paper and paperboard products make up the majority of municipal solid trash in the United States, accounting for around 25% of landfill waste, according … Read more

Why is cattle ranching unsustainable? Unfortunately, this has disastrous effects on the rainforest. Cattle ranching depletes the land of nutrients because cattle often eat to the very dirt, destroying all biomass on a piece of land and making it very hard for the habitat to restore itself. Read more on web.mit.edu American culture has long … Read more

Is recycling really worth it? Metal and glass are absolutely worth recycling. It takes around 95% less energy to produce recycled aluminum than it does to produce the material new. Aluminum is one of the most highly-recycled materials in the world, and there is a very large and growing market for it. Read more on … Read more

Is quarry water Toxic? Yet quarries are sometimes toxic and even deadly.. One rock quarry in the countryside of England was called the Blue Lagoon, but it was full of trash and had a pH value similar to bleach. Local government officials posted signs, warning of the water’s toxicity, but that didn’t deter swimmers. Read … Read more

What is a name for nature? Nature names for girls and boys have never been more popular. Nature names in the US Top 1000 include Sage, River, Briar, Dahlia, Fox, Ivy, Laurel, Magnolia, Willow, and Wren. Unique nature names such as Canyon, Grove, Harbor, and Prairie are stylish options that have not yet been widely … Read more

What is the importance of trees? Trees are vital. As the biggest plants on the planet, they give us oxygen, store carbon, stabilise the soil and give life to the world’s wildlife. They also provide us with the materials for tools and shelter. Read more on www.royalparks.org.uk One of the most vital natural resources we … Read more