Climate Change is Moving International Borders — Literally The detrimental effects of climate change are blurring the borders between Switzerland and Italy, resulting in a convoluted dispute between the two countries. Accelerated temperatures in central Europe have forced the rapid melting of glaciers in the Alpine national frontiers. While the sections affected are located at high altitudes, the determination of country territory is in a state of flux. Related: […] Emily Crofton | June 23, 2020 0 Comments
Volunteering Not Only Helps Others, It Helps You Too! It comes as no surprise that volunteering, the altruistic activity where an individual freely gives their time to help others, significantly improves the health and well-being of those assisting. While the obvious goal is to help others, whether it be a person in need, a worthwhile cause, or the community as a whole, studies have shown that American adults who […] Brains Emily Crofton | June 19, 2020 0 Comments
Ethiopia Taking Strides to Tackle Climate Change Ethiopia is taking ambitious strides to combat climate change by planting five billion trees this year, an initiative started by the prime minister Abiy Ahmed. The first step in a larger plan to build a green climate-resistant economy, the end goal is to plant 20 billion seedlings by 2024. The project, named the Green Legacy, strives to combat environmental degradation while […] Brains Emily Crofton | June 12, 2020 0 Comments
RV Rentals Increase as People Plan for a Socially Distanced Summer As the world continues to struggle with the ongoing pandemic, people are adjusting their plans in anticipation of a socially distanced summer. Following months of isolation, people are eager to travel yet hesitant about the risks associated with airplanes, hotels, and public transportation. As a result, the solution for many is RVs, which allows families to isolate while still being able […] Brains Emily Crofton | June 10, 2020 0 Comments
400-Year-Old Shark Discovered in Greenland An incredible discovery has been made following research conducted on 28 Greenland sharks — the longest-living vertebrate animal. At the estimated age of nearly 400-years-old, the female Greenland shark has officially set a new record for longevity. Given that this particular shark is the greatest predator in the Arctic seas, gaining insight into their lifespan is of great interest to […] Brains Emily Crofton | June 5, 2020 0 Comments
Arctic ‘Zombie’ Fires Reigniting After Winter Months Record warm temperatures in the Siberian Arctic have led scientists to the discovery of a phenomenon known as ‘zombie fires’. Also known as “holdover fires”, these subterranean fires are the result of previous seasonal wildfires that can persist throughout the winter and reemerge in the spring. With the temperatures in the Arctic winters reaching -58 degrees Fahrenheit, how could it be […] Brains Emily Crofton | June 4, 2020 0 Comments
2021 Alpine Skiing World Championships in Italy May be Pushed Back a Year As the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the world at large, uncertainties surrounding the virus has forced yet another major event to push back their date by a year. The 2021 Alpine skiing World Championships, set to take place in Cortina d’Ampezzo in Italy, was determined by the Italian winter sports federation unsafe for the athletes and general public […] Industry News Emily Crofton | June 1, 2020 1 Comment
Coca-Cola Supports New Plant-Based Bottles American multinational beverage corporation, Coca-Cola, is making impressive strides towards a more plant-based approach in the food and beverage industry. Supporting the Dutch biochemical company, Avantium, Coca-Cola and associated beverage giants are backing a new plant-based plastic capable of decomposing within just a year. This eco-friendly plastic is made from plant sugars rather than fossil fuels. Through this approach, the future […] Brains Emily Crofton | May 29, 2020 1 Comment
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