Americans kill thousands of coyotes every year in an attempt to get rid of them, but studies show that killing coyotes only results in more coyotes. There are more effective, and less cruel, methods to control the varmints. Hunt more coyote, get more coyote https://teamtrash.substack.com/p/hunt-more-coyote-get-more-coyote Related Reading
“Americans stepped up to do something about dying bees. But what if all those backyard colonies are making the problem worse? In Buzzkill’s premiere episode, we take an in-depth look at whether raising domesticated bees, especially in cities, is harming the wild species we need to preserve biodiversity.” MORE INFO: https://thefern.org/podcast/buzzkill-episode-1-save-which-bees/ Related Reading
As the demand for renewable energy options rises, new hybrid systems combining renewable sources have become a big changer. One such system is the solar-biomass system, where the best of both solar and biomass energy is utilized to produce a dependable and efficient community energy solution. To know how much you can save switching to…
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Animal shelters across the nation are facing dangerous overcrowding, but relatively new shelter innovation programs are helping solve the problem. The programs include pet food pantries, free and low-cost veterinary care, spay/neuter programs, help with pet deposits and landlord disputes, behavior counseling, and even assistance with self-rehoming. A More Humane Future for Shelter Animals https://www.yesmagazine.org/health-happiness/2024/12/16/california-animal-shelter-overcrowding…
Car-free neighborhoods are rare in the United States, but they are common in Europe because they improve air quality, reduce noise, and allow streets to be used for sidewalks, bike lanes and outdoor public space. The tranquility that results from silencing that cacophony can lead to flourishing street life. The Quiet Power of Car-Free Neighborhoods…
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Atlanta’s West End was a food desert known largely for its hungry people, joblessness and crime – until the Mother Clyde Urban Farm transformed things. This Atlanta urban farm tackles hunger, joblessness, crime — and a tense history of policing https://www.ehn.org/urban-farming-atlanta-2669080961.html Related Reading
Junk removal in San Fernando Valley is more than just clearing clutter—it’s about transforming spaces and inspiring change. Many people see junk as useless, but for some, it’s an opportunity to create art, advocate for sustainability, and reclaim purpose in discarded materials. The Surprising Art Behind Junk Removal Imagine walking into a gallery where sculptures…
Tiny plastic beads that are added to some cleansers and beauty products add to the plastic waste that is engulfing our world. However, researchers at MIT have developed a class of biodegradable materials that could replace those beads, break down the beads into harmless sugars and amino acids, and take a giant step toward cleaning…
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It’s been known for years that insects are an excellent source of protein, the supply is plentiful, and insects can be farmed – but nothing ever happens. Will we ever get over feeling “icky” about adding insects to our diet? There are lots of reasons to eat insects. Will we ever overcome the ‘yuck’ factor?…
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