Browsing: Impact

The study investigates microplastic pollution in freshwater systems within urban Karst watersheds in Texas, focusing on areas with and without treated wastewater effluent. Researchers sampled surface…

During the summer of 2010, a severe heat wave in Russia reached temperatures of 108°F (42°C), leading to thousands of deaths and $15 billion in economic…

The article discusses the intertwining issues of climate change and migration in Latin America and the Caribbean, highlighting that extreme climate events—such as droughts, floods, and…

The 2025 Verde River Watershed Report Card reveals improvements in the watershed’s health, with upland areas’ grade rising from D+ to C since 2020. Restoration projects,…

The DOE Watershed Function Scientific Focus Area (SFA) project investigates climate change impacts in high-mountain regions, particularly along the East River catchment in Colorado. Ecologist Heidi…

The article reflects on a return hike to Jordan Hot Springs in California’s Golden Trout Wilderness, a site previously affected by severe wildfires, particularly the 2002…

I attempted to access the article “The role of citizen scientists in sustaining the Muskoka watersheds” from MuskokaRegion.com to provide a concise summary. However, I encountered…

West Michigan students in environmental classes are collaborating with Ottawa County on a “citizen science project” to assess road salt overuse in the Pigeon River watershed.…

The fire damage restoration industry is experiencing rapid growth, projected to reach $42.93 billion in 2025 and $55.53 billion by 2030. This surge is driven by…

The University of Nevada, Reno, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the Tahoe Science Advisory Council, is launching the Tahoe Environmental Observatory Network (TEON)…