Much news about the environment in 2017 focused on controversies over Trumpadministration actions, such as proposals to promote more use of coal and budget cuts at relevant federal
Poke, a dish made from raw tuna, is enjoying huge popularity far beyond its native Hawaii. But where is all that fish coming from? It
Belize, home of the largest barrier reef in the western hemisphere, has permanently suspended oil operations in its ocean waters. The legislation marks the first time that
We have a whole world of plastic that needs to be replaced with other biodegradable materials. We have come to rely on this indestructible modern material for every
Ryan Zinke has recommended three major marine monuments be reduced to allow greater commercial fishing, prompting anguish from environmental groups. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/jan/02/us-ocean-monuments-environment-trump
A new Drexel University study found strong potential for consumer acceptance of a new category of foods created from discarded ingredients. http://drexel.edu/now/archive/2017/December/Food-Waste-Marketability-Research/ Rescued Relish
In order to address the harmful impacts of meat on human health and the environment, several different organizations have proposed that the U.S. government impose
A plan for zero tolerance of plastic pollution of the oceans may be agreed by nations at a UN environment summit. Governments are being asked
Aridity—the ratio of atmospheric water supply (precipitation; P) to demand (potential evapotranspiration; PET)—is projected to decrease (that is, areas will become drier) as a consequence of anthropogenic
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