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The Mental Health Benefits of Spending Time in Nature
NEEF's Health program highlights the connection between climate change and mental health and how the Climate...
Addressing Common Asthma Myths
Over 25 million people in the US have asthma, and it's the leading chronic disease in children. We tackle some...
Asthma Awareness Month: Promoting Asthma-Friendly School Environments
May is Asthma Awareness Month, and May 1st is World Asthma Day. As a leading chronic illness affecting...
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I felt very honored to be a part of this program. The whole reason I became a conservation biologist was to make a difference.
How can students give back to their school in a way that helps reduce its environmental footprint? Here are a few strategies both teachers and parents can use
If a hurricane hits, are you ready for it? In the midst of hurricane season (June 1 to November 30), it’s smart to think about your family’s safety by making
Through our programs and initiatives, NEEF aims to increase your understanding of how the environment affects your daily life. We want to reduce the physical
Success Story
I knew if we could improve the tour for this language, which is one of the most difficult, we could potentially do it for any language.
Research on the physical and mental health benefits of spending time outdoors continue to mount. Studies have demonstrated that time in nature may help prevent
With tests and exams approaching, you may notice your students (or your child) experiencing feelings of nervousness. Exams can be stressful and it can be hard
You’ve probably heard of “green infrastructure,” but would you know it if you saw it? Green infrastructure is development that manages water while protecting
Think you're not connected to coastal wetlands? Think again! Whether or not you're one of the 123.3 million people (39% of the US population) living in US
Hog farms and STEM education go together like peanut butter and jelly. Though it sounds odd, the unlikely duo is part of a workshop aimed at helping a group of