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Why Vaping is Dangerous, Especially for Children with Asthma
E-cigarettes can cause health problems for young people with asthma. Dr. Lisa de Ybarrondo offers tips for...
Preparing High School and College Students for a Career in Environmental Science
Learn how students can prepare for environmental science careers through STEM education, college planning...
Learn More About UV Radiation
Learn how UV radiation affects your health, what factors influence exposure levels, and simple steps you can...
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Explore US forests' vital role in carbon storage, habitat preservation, and more. Join Arbor Day celebrations and plant a tree to support our environment.
Trees are vital to the health of not only all forest ecosystems, but the health of the entire planet. They provide oxygen, filter pollutants, and offer shade on
NEEF reached out to some of the most math-savvy environmental experts we know—meteorologists! They use math to make sense of our environment every day, with the
The average American family can waste more than 10,000 gallons of water every year from easy-to-fix household leaks. That's the amount of water it takes to wash
If you think migrating is for the birds, think again! Avian species aren't the only attraction during the migratory season. Some of the biggest spring migrants
Discover how NEEF and Project Noah provide a platform for the public to participate in citizen science activities.
Did you know? The word amphibian is derived from the Greek words amphi, meaning “both”, and bios, meaning “life.” Frogs are the most numerous and widely
Keep your eyes peeled this week for a rare sighting, one that comes only once every four years (or so): the 29th of February. Why does the calendar include this
Regular walking can have a tremendous positive impact on overall health and well-being. There are additional benefits in taking these walks in natural
Changes in fish and wildlife populations and their habitats in response to a changing climate have been observed on multiple levels in the United States