Category: Ecology

Climate Change / Ecology / Environmental Justice / Environmental News / Food

May 14, 2019

How Climate Change is Going to Affect the Agricultural and Fishing Industries of the Philippines

The agricultural and fishing spheres are predicted to be among the most affected sectors because of climate change, especially in poorer countries such as the Philippines. A country still transitioning to industrialization, the Philippines...

Ecology / Opinion

May 7, 2019

Silent Spring Is Over: Noise as an Environmental Hazard

The science is now clear: We’re all just too damn loud. “Noise pollution”, as this problem is so labeled, is often overlooked in the literature of pollution and environmental health. Perhaps this is because,...

Ecology / Energy

May 2, 2019

What the Frack? A Fossil Fuel Boom Powered by False Promises

Could the answer to domestic energy-independence and mitigating climate change have been under our feet the whole time? Or could its rapid growth, frugal infrastructure and ignored environmental implications prove the fracking industry to...

Ecology / Food / Opinion

May 2, 2019

If You Eat Meat, You’re Feeding Superbugs

Unless you’re a vegan or vegetarian, the title of this article might make you feel threatened. You’re wondering if you should keep reading this lunatic treehugger propaganda, or move on and put it out...

Ecology / Food / People / Sustainable Living

April 17, 2019

The Vegan and Vegetarian Protein Myth: Debunked

One of the main concerns consistently surrounding vegan and vegetarian diets involves a lack of protein. However, this concern is largely misplaced—there is no reason that cutting animal products results in protein-deficiency. The myth...

Ecology / Environmental Justice / Green Politics

April 17, 2019

Eagles, Foxes, and Pigs – Oh My!

Oftentimes in the modern conservation movement, it feels like a lot gets said but little gets done. Lack of funding, political gridlock, social implications, logistics… there are countless obstacles that can lead to a...

Ecology / Environmental Justice / Environmental News / Justice + Politics

April 15, 2019

Rapping China’s Environmental Plan

“Overall, this rap with all of its clunky lyrics and political meaning has been a great way for China to grab the attention of young people. This rap was even featured in Hasan Minhaj’s weekly political comedy show, the Patriot Act. It also continues to show how while China is pushing for some good environmental change domestically and abroad, the approaches aren’t always successful as they would like it to be.”

Ecology / Energy / Food / People / Sustainable Living / Water

April 12, 2019

Almonds, California’s Frenemy

Like something out of a horror movie, water conservationists, nut aficionados and people everywhere were shocked to learn the truth about our beloved almond. They use a mind boggling amount of water to produce....

Campus / Ecology / Sustainable Living / Zero Waste

April 10, 2019

Gum Control!

Gum has long been a quick fix for bad breath. A single piece is small and mighty, however, gum can have environmental consequences if it is not disposed of properly. Modern day gum is...

Ecology / Water

April 9, 2019

Elephant Seals of Año Nuevo: A Conservation Success Story

Located in San Mateo County and only a one and a half hour drive from Berkeley, Año Nuevo is a luxury northern elephant seal destination. This delightful waterfront venue is host to the animals’...