Wednesday, November 15, 2023

A brief history of carbon in our atmosphere

A brief history of carbon in our atmosphere
Carbon is essential to life on Earth. As the atmosphere has evolved, the amount of carbon in it has increased due to human activity, mostly from burning fossil fuels, resulting in the climate crisis.

Published November 15, 2023 at 06:00PM
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Monday, November 13, 2023

New guide helps ensure infrastructure works for people—and the planet

New guide helps ensure infrastructure works for people—and the planet
Putting nature at the heart of infrastructure design offers a great way to help halt and reverse biodiversity loss and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Published November 12, 2023 at 06:00PM
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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Q&A: Activist Betty Osei Bonsu on plastic waste, finding solutions, and galvanizing youth

Q&A: Activist Betty Osei Bonsu on plastic waste, finding solutions, and galvanizing youth
Activists play a significant role in encouraging governments to effectively tackle the plastic pollution crisis. Among them is Betty Osei Bonsu, who is mobilizing youth to fight for a solution.

Published November 06, 2023 at 06:00PM
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Saturday, November 4, 2023

Oysters: an unsung hero in a changing climate

Oysters: an unsung hero in a changing climate
Oysters, in all their stunning variety and storied reputation for pearls and elegant cuisine, play an exemplary–if often unacknowledged–role in mitigating the effects of our warming planet.

Published October 29, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

WWFs Daniel Vernick on pride nature and the climate crisis

WWF’s Daniel Vernick on pride, nature, and the climate crisis
WWF's Daniel Vernick reflects on pride, nature, and the climate crisis in commemoration of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.

Published June 27, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

How the climate crisis could impact our future

How the climate crisis could impact our future
A new report by an international body of scientists shows the increasingly severe climate impacts people and nature face. WWF added plants and animals to highlight how climate change affects all life.

Published June 05, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Can the outdoors help our health? WWF’s Elisabeth George reflects on nature and well-being

Can the outdoors help our health? WWF’s Elisabeth George reflects on nature and well-being
Here's how nature can help reduce stress

Published May 23, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

World leaders aim to take major step toward tackling plastic pollution

World leaders aim to take major step toward tackling plastic pollution
This meeting will be the first time negotiators start mapping out the basis for the treaty’s framework before the first draft is started later this year.

Published May 23, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Monday, May 22, 2023

Announcing the Thomas Lovejoy Science for Nature Symposium

Announcing the Thomas Lovejoy Science for Nature Symposium
WWF is dedicating its annual science symposium to Tom Lovejoy.

Published May 21, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

A wildlife rescue project protects Belize’s threatened seascapes and wildlife–one manatee at a time

A wildlife rescue project protects Belize’s threatened seascapes and wildlife–one manatee at a time
Wildtracks functions at a critical crossroads for the future of wildlife and healthy oceans in Belize: rehabilitating manatees and primates as well as supporting protected area strategies.

Published May 16, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Monday, May 15, 2023

After Australia’s devastating wildfires, camera traps capture remarkable wildlife recovering

After Australia’s devastating wildfires, camera traps capture remarkable wildlife recovering
With a range of on-the-ground partners, the Eyes on Recovery team deployed camera traps in eight fire-affected regions to better understand the disaster’s impacts and how species are recovering.

Published May 14, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Thursday, May 11, 2023

How an invaluable river system in Cambodia inspired one scientist’s career

How an invaluable river system in Cambodia inspired one scientist’s career
Scientist Chouly Ou reflects on her relationship with freshwater while growing up in Cambodia.

Published May 10, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

WWF’s Alexis Will teaches Alaska’s kindergarteners about seabirds—and saving our oceans

WWF’s Alexis Will teaches Alaska’s kindergarteners about seabirds—and saving our oceans
The Sitka Sound Science Center’s Scientists in the School program has exposed students at all grade levels to various scientific disciplines, using hands-on, engaging classroom and field experiences.

Published May 08, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Monday, May 1, 2023

WWF and the 2023 UN Water Conference

WWF and the 2023 UN Water Conference
The world came together to discuss the central role of rivers, lakes, and wetlands in tackling the nature and climate crises, reducing disaster risk, and driving sustainable development.

Published April 30, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

In Belize, a flourishing marine reserve showcases the benefits of protecting coral reefs

In Belize, a flourishing marine reserve showcases the benefits of protecting coral reefs
Hol Chan—Mayan for “little channel”—is a prime example of how a well-operated marine reserve benefits both the environment and economy—and makes a convincing case for replicating the model elsewhere.

Published April 17, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

WWF campaign targets wild meat consumption to protect public health and nature

WWF campaign targets wild meat consumption to protect public health and nature
WWF's Zero Wild Meat campaign targeted the consumption of wild meat among urban and provincial consumers in Viet Nam, Cambodia, and Lao PDR with the goal of reducing demand and consumptive behaviors.

Published April 05, 2023 at 07:00PM
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Friday, April 7, 2023

How to Write a BA Thesis, Second Edition

How to Write a BA Thesis, Second Edition: How to Write a BA Thesis is the only book that directly addresses the needs of undergraduate students writing a major paper. This book offers step-by-step advice on how to move from early ideas to finished paper. It covers choosing a topic, selecting an advisor, writing a proposal, conducting research, developing an argument, writing and editing the thesis, and making through a defense. Lipson also acknowledges the challenges that arise when tackling such a project, and he offers advice for breaking through writer’s block and juggling school-life demands. This is a must-read for anyone writing a BA thesis, or for anyone who advises these students.

Monday, April 3, 2023

What happened to all the American Chestnuts?

 The American Chestnut Insect Ecology Series What happened to the Insects that feed on them? Every species is connected in an ecosystem. The...