Earth911 Inspiration: The Advertiser’s Business — Madeleine L’Engle

American author Madeleine L’Engle provides today’s Earth911 Inspiration. In her memoir, A Circle of Quiet,… The post Earth911 Inspiration: The […]

Meet the Andean Condor, the King of the Andes

The Andean condor (Vultur gryphus) is not your typical raptor. The Incas revered this massive bird of prey, believing it […]

Recycling Mystery: Expanded Polystyrene

Is Styrofoam really recyclable? The post Recycling Mystery: Expanded Polystyrene appeared first on Earth911.

Circadian Rhythms, Saving Hours and Time Travels

Sleeping under the stars comes with a dramatic decrease in artificial light. You might still have your phone or tablet, […]

Can Solar Farms Promote Local Food Security, Wildlife Habitat?

A big concern with large-scale solar farms is the impact on land use. Solar developers… The post Can Solar Farms […]

Wildlife of Patagonia: Pumas, Condors and More

Peerless Patagonia is striking in grandeur, yet humble in character. As Andean spires rise to the sky, glaciers wind their […]

Going Beyond Beekeeping to Protect Pollinators

It’s not a stretch to say that civilization depends on pollinators. More than a third… The post Going Beyond Beekeeping […]

Snow: Why We Need It and How We’re Losing It

Both ice and snow are solid forms of water. They are, however, distinct states formed differently: snow is made of […]

Is Soda Pop Sustainable?

Everybody knows that traditional soda pop has no redeeming nutritional qualities. It contributes to weight… The post Is Soda Pop […]

Ruth Asawa Arrives in New York with a Monumental Retrospective

One of the most iconic figures of the mid-20th century, trailblazing Japanese-American artist Ruth Asawa led a prolific life of […]