Tag : Environment
NIH Promises to Retire Chimps Used in Government Research and Testing
The National Institute of Health (NIH) has announced that it will retire the remaining chimpanzees in its facilities to special sanctuaries starting this year. This announcement marks the end of the government agency's test programs on these animals. Aquarium Fishing Trade More Dangerous Than Coral Bleaching in Hawaii According to Environmental Groups
In an effort to protect its reefs from the destructive effects of coral bleaching, officials from Hawaii are working out the details of a comprehensive coral reef management plan. However, various groups criticized the plan because it does not address the issue of the aquarium fishing trade, which t… Democratic Candidate Bernie Sanders Explains Link Connecting Climate Change, National Security and Global Terrorism
Responding to the recent horrific attacks on Paris, France by extremists, Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders stressed that the effects of climate change are strongly linked to the growth of terrorism. The state senator made the statement during the recent Democratic debate held on Nove… Scientists Warn Snowmelt Could Lead to More Rain But Less Drinking Water
One of the known effects of climate change is increased precipitation in various regions, which could lead to a boost in water resources. However, according to a new study, this may not be the case. Bill Nye ‘the Science Guy’ Knows How the World can Beat Climate Change
Bill Nye, the enthusiastic and inspiring former host of the television series "Bill Nye the Science Guy," detailed his plans to solve the growing issue of climate change in his new book "Unstoppable: Harnessing Science to Change the World." According to the pop scientist, the people of Earth have ev… SeaWorld to Close its Killer Whale Shows for a More Natural Orca Experience
SeaWorld has announced that it will end its theatrical killer whale shows starting next year. The decision by the company was made a month after the California Coastal Commission issued a ruling that prevents the amusement park from breeding captive orcas. Science News: Extinct Giant Rats Could Make a Comeback, According to Scientists
Scientists have discovered that large rats the size of dogs once roamed the Earth. Although they are already extinct, it is still possible that the gigantic versions of these rats and other animals could return. World Bank Predicts Poor People to Increase by 100 Million in 2030 Due to Climate Change
The World Bank warned that if the effects of climate change on the world are not stopped or reversed, then the number of people living in poverty could increase by 100 million in 2030. The organization then suggested that aside from environmental efforts, other programs must also be enacted in order… Global Warming Threatens World’s Food Security, Says U.N.
The United Nations (U.N.) warned that the extreme effects of global warming, such as the rising temperatures and increasing water levels, could soon threaten the world's food supply. According to the organization, if proper steps are not taken to solve this issue, the number of malnutrition cases co… Not Raking the Leaves in the Yard is Actually Good for the Wildlife
Those who don't like raking the fallen dried leaves on their yards are in for a treat. According to the National Wildlife Organization (NWF), leaving the layer of dead lives on the yard is actually good for the various living organisms. Native Bird Population in the U.S. Dangerously Dropping due to West Nile Virus
Researchers have confirmed through a new study that the West Nile virus is continuing to wipe out the bird populations in the U.S. The researchers warned that this trend could worsen the death rates of the animals by adding to the effects of increasing temperatures and habitat loss/ UN Says Countries’ Plans to Cut Down Emissions Not Enough to Save Environment
The United Nations (U.N.) is worried because the plans by almost 150 countries to limit their carbon emissions will not be enough to effectively reverse the effects of climate change. According to the international agency, although the efforts are admirable, they are not enough to bring down the glo… Disappearance of Large Animals and Their Waste Not Good for the Environment
Researchers reported that aside from the decreasing diversity, the loss of large animals that once roamed the Earth has another direct effect on the environment. According to the researchers, these animals' waste, or generally speaking their poop, plays a major factor in fertilizing the planet. Fatal Heat to Hit Persian Gulf by End of Century
Climate scientists warned that temperatures in the Persian Gulf could become too hot for humans to handle by the end of the century. Fortunately, the experts noted that this can still be avoided if effective efforts to curb gas emissions are enacted soon. Scientists Discover New Giant Tortoise Species in Galapagos
A team of researchers working in the Galapagos Islands has discovered a new species of giant tortoises living in a region in the archipelago. According to the researchers, the new discovery will usher in new efforts geared toward the conservation and protection of these rare animals.