Floodplain Restoration
Floodplain restoration refers to the process of restoring a floodplain to its natural condition, which includes its hydrologic and ecological functions. This involves removing or…
Environment
Groundwater Remediation
Groundwater remediation is the process of removing pollutants or contaminants from contaminated groundwater so that it is safe for use or can be returned to…
Ecologically Sustainable Development
Ecologically sustainable development (ESD) refers to a development approach that seeks to balance economic, social, and environmental factors in order to meet the needs of…
Biodiversity Loss
Biodiversity loss refers to the decline in the variety of species, ecosystems, and genetic diversity within species. This decline is happening at an unprecedented rate…
Can Elephants Protect the Environment?
Elephants are considered keystone species, meaning that they have a profound impact on their ecosystem and other species that live there. For example, they play…
Climate Change Vulnerability is Reduced by Species Mixing
Mixing between species can increase genetic diversity, which can help some populations adapt to changing environmental conditions. However, it is important to note that species…
Restoration Ecology – a Scientific Discipline
Restoration ecology is a scientific discipline concerned with the process of repairing degraded or damaged ecosystems and returning them to a more natural state. The…
According to a Study, Current Conservation Efforts in Antarctica are Insufficient to Prevent Biodiversity Declines
The Antarctic region is facing numerous threats, including climate change, overfishing, and human disturbance. As a result, some species of plants and animals are experiencing…
Years after the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill, Oysters were Found to have Abnormal Tissue
The world’s greatest oil spill in history occurred on April 20, 2010, when the Deepwater Horizon (DWH) petroleum drilling rig burst off the coast of…
Ecological Collapse
Ecological collapse refers to a situation where an ecosystem experiences a rapid and widespread loss of species, resulting in a decline in overall biological diversity…
Environmental Degradation
Environmental degradation refers to the decline in the quality of the natural environment caused by human activities such as deforestation, pollution, and overuse of resources.…
A New Study Simulates the Earthward Transmission of Foreshock Waves
A new study has modeled the transmission of foreshock waves towards Earth to better understand the behavior of earthquakes and improve earthquake forecasting. The study…
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