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Ocean acidification is one of the most alarming yet somehow overlooked results of rising carbon dioxide levels in our atmosphere. A large portion of carbon dioxide is being absorbed into the ocean, because of the burning of fossil fuels and increased deforestation. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), around 30% of global carbon emissions are being taken into the ocean, having many dangerous effects on sea-life and their environment. But ho

When I think of heat waves I usually imagine a few extremely hot days, but it turns out that the danger is much more complicated than that. According to Heatwave characteristics and health impacts: a review of epidemiological evidence and implications for heatwave response plans (Kyriaki Psistaki, 2025) not all heat waves are created equal, and some are much more deadly than others. This article examines how heatwave characteristics (not only temperature, but also duration, t

Deep below the surface of the ocean, so deep that the sun's rays can't even reach, animals have found a different way to glow. This occurrence is known as bioluminescence, which I see as one of nature's most beautiful survival methods. Many people don't encounter bioluminescence because it is not present in most land animals. However, it is extremely common in the twilight zone of the ocean where creatures need their own light to see and for other purposes. I have seen these

For many years, Iceland has enjoyed the luxury that no other country has experienced: a mosquito-free environment. Despite having a very similar climate to its neighbors, including Norway and Greenland, Iceland remained an anomaly as the only habitable place on Earth without these annoying pests. However, several sightings from Western Iceland in October 2025 have reported the country's first mosquitos. Scientists have since confirmed the presence of a small mosquito populati

Behind the bustling streets and rich history of New York City is a lesser-known story concerning areas filled with toxic pollution, industrial runoff, and environmental damage. These regions are known as Superfund sites: regions that are so contaminated with hazardous waste that the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has marked for cleanups. The Superfund program was launched in 1980 under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA)

When I think of winter, what comes to mind is a quiet, gloomy time between the fall and spring seasons. The days are shorter, the air is cold and crisp, and nature seems to be waiting for the warmer months to come. Many animals go into hibernation, and the forests are filled with nothing but a layer of sparkling white snow. But beneath the snow lies a hidden world that is filled with life.  This small ecosystem is known as the subnivium and is able to constantly stay one degr

The meaning of "conservation" has changed significantly over time. Originally, conservation was centered around protecting the...