Easy Ways to Green Your Routine

Easy Ways to Green Your Routine

Maybe with Earth Day last week, your desire to be eco-friendly is somewhat heightened. After all, as we move into the future, protecting and sustaining the earth has become more important than ever. So how can you be more conscious about the environment and your...
Brazil to Increase Use of Renewable Energy

Brazil to Increase Use of Renewable Energy

Looking to combat deforestation and create a low-carbon agriculture, Brazil is looking to increase its renewable energy in its most recent climate proposal. The last ten years have proved Brazil to be one of the biggest proponents of creating a healthier environment,...
New Yeast Strain May be Secret to Efficient Biofuels

New Yeast Strain May be Secret to Efficient Biofuels

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed a new strain of yeast which may lead to more efficient biofuel production. The yeast, called Yarrowia lipolytica, quickly converts simple sugars into oils and fats called lipids, which can subsequently be...
Californians Endure Historic Drought

Californians Endure Historic Drought

Droughts are not uncommon in California, but this year’s dry spell has reached unprecedented and dangers levels. California got even more bad news about the state of its historic drought last week, and now, residents have to take drastic measures to conserve the...
Earth’s Biodiversity Lowest in History

Earth’s Biodiversity Lowest in History

Earth’s land-based biodiversity has taken a huge hit in the last century or so. According to researchers from London’s Natural History Museum, the United Nations Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre, and a number of British universities, the...