Environmentalism Part VII: Fossil Fueling and Dueling Energy Sources

Environmentalism Part VII: Fossil Fueling and Dueling Energy Sources

We need to use less fossil fuel to avoid running out. There are several compelling reasons for us to reduce our fossil fuel consumption.
September 21, 2023 — Debby McKnight
Environmentalism Part VI:  What is Biodiversity?

Environmentalism Part VI: What is Biodiversity?

The variety of living things that live on Earth is known as biodiversity. Biodiversity is vital for more than just food.
September 20, 2023 — Debby McKnight
Environmentalism Part V:  Talking Dirt

Environmentalism Part V: Talking Dirt

Environmentalists often speak of soil as it pertains to contamination from chemical by-products from manufacturing and farming; but soil is often overlooked as an important commodity when speaking about conservation and sustainability.
September 19, 2023 — Debby McKnight
Environmentalism Part IV:  Our Forests

Environmentalism Part IV: Our Forests

Our planet's forests offer habitats for a variety of animals and plants. They help to reduce global warming by storing carbon and producing oxygen.
September 18, 2023 — Debby McKnight
Environmentalism Part III: What is Sustainable Development?

Environmentalism Part III: What is Sustainable Development?

The definition of sustainable development is "the use of the Earth's natural resources at a rate that can be maintained indefinitely". This idea was laid out in 1987 by UNCED.
September 17, 2023 — Debby McKnight
Environmentalism Part II:   What is Conservation?

Environmentalism Part II: What is Conservation?

Air, water, soil, minerals, fuels, plants, and animals are among the Earth's natural resources. Conservation is the process of carefully managing these resources.
September 15, 2023 — Debby McKnight
Environmentalism Part I: The Good and Sometimes Unreasonable

Environmentalism Part I: The Good and Sometimes Unreasonable

There is a lot of discussion about environmentalism and sustainability, but they must be weighed against the necessity for our population to have a livelihood to support and feed their families.
September 13, 2023 — Debby McKnight