One of the biggest problems associated with the introduction of invasive species into an area that they are not native to, is the fact that these species can negatively affect the biodiversity of the area. Continue reading
Generally speaking, there are two approaches to looking at ecology and ecological philosophy. The first and most common approach is known as scientific ecology, which is the one most individuals are familiar with. Scientific ecology includes the most basic definition of the term ecology – that being the study of the interrelationships and interactions between living things and their environments. Continue reading
The time that we are now living in has been termed by many as the information age. This title has been given to the current era because people can retrieve, send, and process knowledge faster and more efficiently than ever before. Continue reading
The Benefits of Industrial Hemp is an important crop used in industry. It has been used since the ancient Stone Age and continues to be used today, despite the several controversies that have surrounded this humble crop. Continue reading
Eco friendly, or green homes have come a long way in just a short time. Ten years ago, the idea of an eco friendly home created images of large solar panels rising from rooftops. To many people, making a home “green” meant having to turn their lives over to mother nature. Eco friendly homes were for tree huggers, not for the everyday person. Continue reading
In response to growing populations, loss of resources, and sagging economies, companies across the world are looking to create and provides services and products that are beneficial to the planet as well as to their bottom line. Continue reading
From small homes to large businesses, it seems like everyone is on a mission to “go green”. Going green however, can mean different things in different situations. For some companies, it can mean making a change toward actually producing eco friendly products. For others who cannot produce them, going green can simply mean using products that are more environmentally and ecologically friendly. Continue reading
With society’s awareness of environmental and ecological issues growing every day, it seemed like only a matter of time before a concept like an eco challenge emerged. The union of recreation with respect for the environment seemed like a perfect combination. Continue reading
Although there are some who disagree with the use of the term “eco terrorism” to describe their actions, the Federal Bureau of Investigation defines eco terrorism as the use or threatened use, of violence against individuals or properties by a group or groups of individuals of an environmental-orientation, for environmental and/or political reasons, that is usually symbolic in nature. Continue reading
In the quest to attract and maintain quality employees, businesses and corporations from around the world are looking for anything that will give them an edge in the recruitment wars. In the past, companies have used signing bonuses, benefits, vacations, company cars, and even gym memberships to attract the proverbial cream of the crop. Continue reading