Bioregionalism is a way of thinking about the environment in which you live and a feeling of being connected to it and to all the living creatures and environmental features like rivers, lakes, forests, scrublands. The feeling of being connected is thought to lead to people caring about and preserving that environment.
Renee King-Sonnen and her husband were cattle ranchers, but had a dramatic change of heart and mind and now run an animal sanctuary called Rowdy Girl. Rowdy Girl is the name of the calf who won King-Sonnen’s heart and started Renee on her path to becoming an ethical vegan.
Bird populations around the world have been in alarming decline in various parts of the world. But, thanks to conservation efforts by private and governmental programs, some species appear to be recovering;
Art Cullen is a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist whose new book calls attention to the environmental damage resulting from agriculture and climate to the soil, water and air in Iowa. The book is titled Dear Marty, We Crapped in Our Nest: Notes from the Edge of the World.
Mercy for Animals (MFA) works to end factory-farming and to promote plant-based food. MFA is working with restaurants, corporate food service institutions, and our national parks to provide plant-based meals to the public.
The Houston Texas ship channel area is home to hundreds of petroleum and petrochemical facilities that produce toxic emissions that pollute the air, water and soil. Local activists are working to clean things up.
A father and daughter discuss getting back to nature.
Designing energy efficient buildings can help.
The World Wildlife Fund has made their mission to bring fabled river back to life.
A project funded by the World Wildlife Fund is focusing on restoring the legendary Rio Grande River
In this program, conservation educator, photographer and author Danae Wolfe challenges us to value wilder natural landscapes that support all forms of life.
Many of us feel uncomfortable going out into nature once the sun goes down. But you should see and hear what you’re missing
How to make the change from livestock agriculture to something more environmentally friendly.
Whether you think of them as cute or ugly, these little creatures are vital to the ecology of our planet.
Several nonprofit groups are finding or conducting the necessary studies on the chemicals in personal care products and distributing that vital information to consumers. One organization is the Environmental Working Group (EWG).
The Arbor Day Foundation is all about trees and the pretty amazing things they do. The foundation is also a great resource for anyone who’s trying to decide what kind of tree to plant.
It doesn’t matter if you call it trash, waste or garbage, it’s in our interest to reduce the amount we generate.
Alice Hill, Senior Fellow on Energy and the Environment, Council on Foreign Relations
Intense and damaging climate events are more common now and that’s a problem for homeowners and the companies that insure their property.
Ben Goldfarb, author and environmental journalist
As we drive on roads, we bring death and destruction to all manner of wildlife. Hear why this matters.
Scott E. Solomon, Ph.D. Associate Teaching Professor, Department of BioSciences, Rice University, Houston, TX.
Insects with superpowers and with unique ways of communicating-without the use of cellphones.
Sustainable practical strategies to protect oceans and marine life.
Scott E. Solomon, Ph.D. Associate Teaching Professor, Department of BioSciences, Rice University, Houston, TX.
Discover the weird and wonderful world of insects and see how bugs provide valuable services for us all.
Amy Ziff. Founder & Executive Director of MadeSafe
Practical advice on eliminating toxins and the process for companies to be certified as Made Safe.
Amy Ziff. Founder & Executive Director of MadeSafe
Thousands of harmful chemicals are found in everyday products and food. Here’s how to avoid them
Matt Hartings, Professor, American University & researcher on National Science Foundation grant
Forty percent of food produced in the US is wasted. Why, and how can we change that?
Joanie Steinhaus, Ocean Director, Turtle Island Restoration Network
Larry Franklin, Founder & Director of Black Lives Veggies
Marginalized communities face multiple problems related to food and property ownership.
Jordan Zettle, Green Markets Manager, Sustainable Northwest
Hear how sustainable forestry works to maintain biodiversity while protecting the ecosystem.
Lee Ann Linam, Biologist & Master Naturalist
How to volunteer time and skills to support the work of scientists and educators on research projects.
Steve Creech, President, Wyland Foundation
Trash in the ocean, like plastic waste, and toxins starts in other waterways, like rivers, lakes and streams. What can you do about that?
Lisa Arceneaux, Environmental Engineer; Aspen Navarro, Watershed Services Program Coordinator, Meadows Center for Water & the Environment.
Alleys can be beautiful, inviting places that are good for the environment. Really!
Mark Rifkin, Senior Food and Agriculture Policy Specialist, Center for Biological Diversity
What is a sustainable diet and how that is related to animal agriculture, the environment, human health and the medical establishment?
Doug Tallamy, Professor, Author, Co-Founder of the Homegrown National Park
What is a sustainable diet and how that is related to animal agriculture, the environment, human health and the medical establishment?
Brad Rudisail, IT consultant and technology writer
Old electronic devices, usually end up in the trash can, as part of what is called e-waste, electronic waste. Where do all those rejected devices go?
Meg Inglis, Executive Director, Native Plant Society of Texas
No matter where you live, planting native plants brings huge benefits to your local ecosystem. Hear how.
Lori Ann Burd, Environmental Health Director, Senior Attorney at the Center for Biological Diversity
On keeping species from going extinct, and the effects of widespread pesticide use.
Christine Middleton & Dick McBride, Master Naturalists
HELM, Habitat Enhancing Land Management Program, helps landowners work with nature to nurture healthy functioning ecosystems.
Allison Molinaro, Campaigns Coordinator for Compassion in World Farming
Hear about why we should end factory farming all over the world.