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ENVIRONMENTAL
Human-Wildlife Overlap: A Growing Global Challenge
Human-wildlife overlap is projected to increase globally by 2070 due to human population growth. As people move into forests, farmlands, and cities, wildlife habitats face unprecedented challenges....
The Surprising Impact of Lake Parasites on Fish
Fish parasites in lakes, such as those found in bass and trout, play a significant role in maintaining the balance of aquatic ecosystems. While often seen as harmful, these parasites are vital...
How to Reduce Light Pollution and Reclaim the Night Sky
Light pollution has obscured the night sky for nearly 3 billion people, but it’s possible to bring back the Milky Way by making smarter lighting choices. Shielding streetlights, using warm-colored...
Attributing the June 2024 heat wave to climate change is an important step in adapting to a warmer world
Canada’s June 2024 heat wave broke temperature records across the country, with new findings confirming its link to human-caused climate change. The ECCC’s rapid attribution analysis revealed that...
Microplastics in the Great Lakes: A Growing Environmental Crisis
Microplastics are becoming a major environmental concern for the Great Lakes, with trillions of tiny plastic particles contaminating water sources, wildlife, and even humans. Reducing...
Uncharted Territory: The Need for a Global Climate Mobilization
As global temperatures shatter records, we find ourselves in uncharted territory and face unprecedented climate threats. The potential release of methane hydrates—an often overlooked yet potent...
How Temperature Swings Impact Your Health
Daily temperature swings can increase health risks, particularly for low-income and minority communities. Learn how large temperature variations affect respiratory and cardiovascular...