What Exactly Are Sponge Parks?
When I first heard the term “sponge park” I envisioned children running around in a park pretty much made of…
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Why Do Marine Animals Eat Plastic Debris?
Plastic has become the backbone of this modern age. This can be seen as both a good thing and a…
The Consequences of Global Energy Poverty
"Access to energy is fundamental to improving quality of life and is a key imperative for economic development." Living…
Trash vs. Treasure: Creatively Reusing Plastic Bottles
We all know the familiar idiom, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” The implication being, of course, that what…
The Problem With Petroleum — Crying Over Spilled Oil
It’s hurting both your profits and the earth – but as a natural substance, why do the various ecosystems of…
The Slow Motion Oil Spill That You Can Help Stop
Almost every time you visit the gas station, it happens. In that split second between the pump shutting off and…