Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Eco Matters”
Let’s cut through the hysteria: every piece of produce you’ve ever eaten is genetically modified, one way or another. So why the panic over foods not labeled as ‘non-GMO’? 1. Understanding Genetic Modification Genetic modification isn’t just about what happens in a lab; it’s been a part of agriculture for thousands of years through selective breeding. Crops like corn and …
We know the rising heat in the US isn’t good for climate change, but now we hear that corn fields in high temperatures also contribute to global warming? How?? Wait, Corn Sweats? We know how wildfires can exacerbate the high heat conditions that the US is suffering from, but corn? More specifically, the “sweat” seeping out of the corn? But …
SpaceX has postponed its much-anticipated Polaris Dawn mission. This was because of a helium leak detected in the ground-side equipment. The Helium Leak: A Critical Issue The leak was discovered during pre-launch checks. It is one of the main reasons for delaying the Polaris Dawn mission. Helium is used to pressurize the rocket’s fuel tanks, and any leak could become …
From high-heat warnings to snow-covered mountain peaks, this week’s weather watch brings something for everyone – but what about hurricanes? What a Week for Weather Heatwaves, flash floods, hurricanes… it’s been a crazy time for US weather. And although some hot temperatures are still doing their thing, it might be some of the last we see of this year’s excessively …
The temperature rise has reached unprecedented heights across the US. However, four states have experienced such severe heat waves that they have prompted warnings and necessary emergency actions. The Unending Sauna Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas have been experiencing severe temperature spikes for over a month. Recently, Phoenix has seen record-breaking temperatures of over 110°F, raising heat stroke and healthcare …
Adapting to a changing climate is one thing, but trying to survive record-breaking temperatures causing runaway wildfires and a (possible) failure of an entire state’s electrical grid (meaning no A/C) is quite another. Not Cooling Down It might only be a few weeks away from September 22nd, the “unofficial” end of summer, but that hasn’t stopped the temperatures from doing …
Residents of Twin City Community face a tough choice after Hurricane Debby’s devastation – one that could see many of them become homeless. Help Still Needed Residents of Twin City Mobile Home Community in St. Petersburg, Florida, were still battling floodwaters days after Hurricane Debby touched down. Now, it’s been a few weeks since the Debby disaster – and the …
Navajo lawmakers are in support of new legislation that could provide much-needed funding and veterinary services to support the fight against rabies outbreaks and stray animal populations across Indian reservations. Navajo Lawmakers Approve A Senate bill has been endorsed by Navajo Nation lawmakers, which focuses on providing more veterinary services to reduce public health risks in rural tribal communities. Veterinary …
From blistering days to blackout nights, Austin residents call it “exhausting” trying to stay cool – and alive. Lights Out On Thursday, Austinites in Texas sweltered through the state’s hottest official day this year: 107°F. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the worst part of their day, as a power outage that very night left more than 7,000 people throughout southwest Austin and …
Hail and windstorms threaten New Hampshire as weather forecasters issue severe thunderstorm warnings. Flash Floods Warnings In a strange twist, New Hampshire suddenly developed flood warnings after a relatively humid and windy day. While there were scattered showers, weather forecasters were forecasting a severe thunderstorm on the way. Thunderstorm Alert: Act Now! New Hampshire residents have been called upon to …
