The relationship between oceans and climate change often forms key talking points when discussing environmental sustainability. For example, phrases such as ‘the sea levels are rising’, ‘oceans are getting hotter’ or ‘glaciers are melting’ are constantly perpetuated. It is important to understand how much our oceans mean, and how we can ensure their survival into […]
Oceans and Climate Change Read Post »
Environment, Science, Sustainability
Living things in an area interconnect in a cyclical feedback system, that maintains a delicate balance between themselves, other species and the nonliving components of their environment. This feedback system is an ecosystem.
Ecosystems: The interconnectedness of all living things Read Post »
Environment, Sustainability
We all know that every species has a role to play in keeping the balance in an ecosystem. Even though one species may be dominant, it does not mean it is more important. In contrast, the species most necessary for the health of an ecosystem are usually not abundant. These species are known as keystone species,
Keystone Species: How the wolves of Yellowstone changed the rivers Read Post »
Environment, Science, Sustainability
What is Biosphere 2 and was it a failed experiment? For centuries, humans have been manipulating the Earth’s environment to suit our needs, but what about recreating the Earth itself? In the late 1980s, a group of scientists did just that. A 3.14-acre research facility was constructed in the middle of the Arizona desert in
How to Live Sustainably: Lessons from the Biosphere 2 Experiment Read Post »
Environment, Innovation, Science, Space, Sustainability, Technology
A lot has been said about sea-spiracy or is it seas-piracy? This article addresses some key concepts which may help us differentiate between the hype and reality. After viewing the program on Netflix with a fellow colleague, discussing the program, and reading several reviews, it is clear we have a divided reception to this documentary.
Seaspiracy review: from conspiracy to controversy Read Post »
Business, Society, Sustainability
