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Stirring up the Seven Seas

Learn more about the Global Ocean Conveyor Belt, a deep-sea current that connects Earth's oceans, including...

Simple Ways to Prepare for Wildfires

Prepare your home and family for wildfires with tips on prevention, evacuation, and emergency planning to stay...

Hurricane Preparedness Guide: How to Stay Safe Before, During, and After a Storm

In case of a hurricane or other extreme weather event, there are important steps you should take to protect...

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Asthma Peak Week Is Coming: How to Stay Healthy This Fall

The third week of September is Asthma Peak Week due to a seasonal uptick in asthma triggers. Learn how to keep you and your children healthy and prevent asthma

riparian planting of native plants in Chickasaw Park

How Olmsted Parks Conservancy Protects Biodiversity by Tackling Invasive Species

With support from NEEF and Toyota, Louisville’s Olmsted Parks Conservancy is bringing biodiversity back to life at the historic Chickasaw Park.

Students from Quad Cities Iowa plant native trees during a Greening STEM project in prairie

Quad Cities Students Capture Creativity Through Greening STEM Project

What role do the arts play in STEM learning? Thanks to a partnership between NEEF and Arconic Foundation, students in Iowa’s Quad Cities region got to put these

green alga covers the top of a pond surrounded by trees and blue sky

Green Waters are a Red Flag: Water Quality and Algal Blooms

Get ready for Water Quality Month by learning about harmful algal blooms and the threat they pose to water quality. Find out what they are, why they appear, and

Heat Waves, Heat Islands, and Your Health

With about 80% of the US population living in cities, millions are at an increased vulnerability to heat waves and a changing climate. Learn about urban heat

visually impaired students present during the WaterViz summer camp

Increasing Accessibility in STEM Learning for Visually Impaired Students

Dive into WaterViz: Accessible STEM for visually impaired students. NEEF and USDA-funded project offers a creative, inclusive approach to hydrologic sciences.

summer produce in wooden boxes at a farmers market

How the Weather Impacts Summer Produce at Your Local Farmers Market

Climate change has the potential to impact the taste, size, and availability of fruits and vegetables at your local farmers market. We break down what this

a pair of hands holds a glass ball with a tree in it with a futuristic corporate background

What is ESG and How Does it Affect Employee Engagement?

ESG (environment, social, and governance) policies help companies show their progress toward corporate social responsibility goals and identify risks. Leidos

a beach with plastic trash covering the sand

Help Protect Ocean Ecosystems by Reducing Marine Debris

Discover the impact of marine debris and plastic pollution on oceans, ecosystems, and biodiversity. Learn about solutions and educational resources for

Family with young son walking and pointing to things on a trail in a green field near

Take a Hike with Your Kids on National Trails Day

National Trails Day is the first Saturday in June and provides the perfect opportunity to go hiking with your family and share your love of being outside.