There’s no single, simple way to assess whether bugs feel pain, but research is giving scientists a better understanding of their abilities.
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Making Your Energy Choices Count this Earth Day
(NAPSI)—This year is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day—an excellent reason to consider ways you can make a difference, not just for the environment, but for yourself, your home, and your family. …
The Arbor Day Foundation launches the largest corporate tree distribution program in its history
(BPT) - Trees are vital to our communities, both now and in the future. Each year, we lose 36 million trees due to age, disease, pests and severe weather. That's why it is essential to plant mature …
EPA must use the best available science − by law − but what does that mean?
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The Trump administration’s job cuts and advisory board changes at the agency won’t change those rules, as a former EPA science adviser explains.
5 ways to enhance your outdoor living experience
(BPT) - There's nothing quite like spending time in your outdoor space. You can enjoy fresh air and sunshine — or evening breezes — while basking in the comfort of being at home. This …
Why sizzling cities are mapping hot spots street by street
Knowable Magazine reports on how in metros like Reno, Nevada, citizen scientists hit the road to collect detailed temperature data—key to taming urban heat, saving lives and designing for a warmer future.
How many types of insects are there in the world?
The number of insect species is mind-boggling – and they are a critical part of the environment.
A decade of fieldwork is revealing how one of biology’s fundamental principles works in real time.
Reasons to be Cheerful reports on river Seine, the storied French waterway that was once nearly biologically dead but is not teeming with marine life once again.
(BPT) - Is creating a more energy-efficient, sustainable home important to you? If so, you'll be glad to know that it's possible to make your home more sustainable, while also helping you save money, …
(BPT) - Changing seasons bring stormy weather, so as temperatures start rising, you'll want to prepare for severe weather — and the power outages that can result. The good news is, there are …
(BPT) - If you want to do right by the planet and help make a difference, you can choose brands that align with your values — whether it's sustainability, waste reduction, social …
(BPT) - High-quality carbon projects, funded by verified carbon credits, are an effective way to help reduce emissions, support local communities and make an impact for the planet and its people. …
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