Water Tribe

Ground-source heat pumps. A much more convenient way to tap geothermal energy is by using geothermal heat pumps to provide heat and cooling to buildings. Also called ground-source heat pumps, they take advantage of the constant year-round temperature of about 50°F that is just a few feet below the ground’s surface. Either air or antifreeze...

A third of the food raised or prepared does not make it from farm or factory to fork. That number is startling, especially when paired with this one: Hunger is a condition of life for nearly 800 million people worldwide. And this one: The food we waste contributes 4.4 gigatons of CO2-equivalent into the atmosphere each year—roughly eight...

According to the Nature Conservancy Organization, regenerative agricultural practices “reduce the risk of yield loss due to stressors, and can bring about a material increase in crop yields and quality.”Regenerative farming also benefits water quality and quantity. Less chemical and pesticide inputs on regenerative farms and ranches mean less...

It's important to me because it's something we have to do together. I care because I live on this planet and it will have a negative effect on us in the future.

The majority of solutions include enhancing the quality, reliability, and accessibility of public transportation, as well as switching to renewable-powered vehicles such as electric bicycles, automobiles, trains, trams, and buses. An interesting fact i saw somewhere is that approximately 15.7 million trucks are currently in use in the U.S. If...

Pregnancies separated by two or more years result in healthy babies and less medical issues for the mother. If you prepare ahead for a child, you'll be able to prevent the social, health, and financial issues that come with an unplanned pregnancy. For example, family planning in INdia is important for econmic developement. The per capita income...

it's more fun than being in the car for 20 minutes. It also made me feel good about myself because I got fresh air and some exercise.

I went on a beach walk and I saw a lot of rubbish in the sand and plastic in the ocean. I did enjoy the view and the beautiful weather. I wouldn't make any infrastructure changes because I like walking more.

 eliminating the amount of meat, fish or dairy you eat each day. Doing this will help to cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce energy consumption.  Other ways : Recycling. Establishing wildlife preserves and parks. Creating green, open space laws.

Black carbon is a major environmental problem that has detrimental effects on human health as well as our economy. Inhaling black carbon has been related to a variety of health issues, such as respiratory and cardiovascular disorders, cancer, and even birth defects. Lower-income areas are disproportionately affected, so POC are...