Climate change has a way of magnifying the already existing vulnerabilities and risks that are associated with disasters due to the changing patterns of some of the hazards such as droughts. This occurs as a result of increased population exposure and changes in land use. Natural and human systems are normally influenced by climatic variability…
The impact of climate change is being felt the world over with the global temperatures gradually increasing which is quite scary. The declining soil health is becoming a key issue leading to a reduced yield of crops and increased use of fertilizers and pesticides that only impact more negatively on the climate. Soil health and…
Ecology allows you to study nature or living organisms and how they function within their environment. It is also a career that provides many opportunities across a variety of fields. Learning about the environment has applications that can translate into numerous job roles. So, if you are embarking on a career in ecology, what are…
Since we have grabbed the opportunity to shift our lifestyle from the Neolithic Period to the Agricultural Age and so on; we have made so many mistakes that have jeopardized this beautiful world’s environment, since the beginning of human history. We did not care about the consequences we have caused for the sake of the…
Your job is related to the environment. You are exposed to nature’s beauty every day. You started your business to help conserve the wild spaces in your area, and now you want to promote it. Want to learn how to amp it up even more? Video content is shared 1,200 times more than both images…
In one of the recent articles published by FAO, the soil ecosystem was described as one of the most complex systems in nature. Biodiversity is described as “the variability among living organisms from all sources, whether terrestrial, aquatic or marine. Plants acquire their nutrients from soil using various processes. There are interactions between microorganisms in soil…
Our world is awash with a number of absolutely gorgeous creatures that many of us simply don’t have the opportunity to see and appreciate in our daily lives. Often, you will need to make an effort to catch sight of many of these amazing animals, but there is no denying that doing so is worth…
There are two energy crisis affecting you right now. The first crisis is one that’s happening globally. With third world countries that have massive populations purchasing appliances like air conditioners and refrigerators, total energy consumption is set to far outpace what current energy infrastructure is built to accommodate. The second crisis is happening in your…
Every single business should ensure that they prioritize sustainability in some shape or form. It is thanks to sustainable practices that you are able to protect the environment and all of its natural resources. The alternative is one where you will not only pollute the environment for the current generation but those of the future…
Are you broke? Don’t worry! There are many eco-friendly businesses you can start right now with little or no capital. You may be one of those ecopreneurs who are driven by great ideas but put them on hold due to lack of capital. However, you don’t really need a lot of money to start your…
Just by the name, you can get an idea of what agroecology is. It’s all about farming systems that are sustainable in the sense that they work with the rest of nature to sustain crops. But practical agro-ecology? That’s something for the books and that’s something that we will discuss here in this article. What…
Feeding cattle can be rather expensive on people who own the cows, but what is even worse is having to pay for the feed cost is paying the vet bills when the animals get sick. To avoid this problem, people should know the benefits of using natural dairy feed that is certified as being free…
Reasons To Grow Your Own Food Most people in today’s world only get their food from the grocery store. Not very many people grow their own. However, there are a lot of good reasons why you should be growing your own food. Here are 4 convincing reasons you should invest in growing your own food…
Do you want to start a garden and grow your own food? Many people have issues with the chemicals used in traditional commercial farming. Unfortunately, the cost of organic food, makes it cost prohibitive for many people. By growing your own food you can save money and ensure you and your family are eating food…
One of the most rewarding careers is one in the environmental field. As human beings, our environment is critical for our survival and as a result, these types of jobs are extremely important. There are many fantastic environmental careers and some of these include environmental scientists, biochemists, environmental engineers, environmental lawyers, biologists, geologists, zoologists etc.…