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Learn More About UV Radiation
Learn how UV radiation affects your health, what factors influence exposure levels, and simple steps you can...
One Crabby Family: How an Educator Used Citizen Science to Bring Her Family Closer Together
Scientist and mom Dr. Chanda Bennett shares how she turned citizen science into a family tradition, and offers...
How Local Communities Are Restoring Pollinator Habitat Across the US
Thanks to a NEEF environmental grant, people are rebuilding pollinator habitat nationwide through hands-on...
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Did You Know? The number of long-distance trips increase by about 54% during the Thanksgiving travel period. 90% of Thanksgiving travelers use automobiles to
A large body of fully vetted scientific research provides compelling evidence that solar output from our Sun is not a major factor in causing the global
Pumpkin pies, jack-o-lanterns...weather has a big impact on the availability of our favorite fall squash. Whether the weather is wet and soggy, hot and dry, or
Drought conditions send wildlife in search of food, water and cover—which means some animals travel farther than usual and into more developed areas, increasing
October is Energy Awareness Month, and with the blustery winds of fall beginning to move in, it's a good time to assess your home to make sure you're ready for
Discover the impact of climate change on US agriculture, from crop yield reductions to increased weed prevalence. Learn how to adapt and mitigate its effects.
Snow-based recreation contributes $67 billion annually and supports over 900,000 jobs in the United States. As air temperatures continue to rise and the winter
Each day in the United States, about 27.4 billion gallons of water are withdrawn and delivered from surface water and groundwater sources for residential use
With the growing rally to ban plastic straws, this “movement” helps shine the spotlight on the bigger issue of plastic pollution. While restaurants, theme parks
Learn about the impact of recycling on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving resources. Take action by recycling and discovering its benefits.