From green business and new environmental legislation to how nature impacts our environment in ways never before considered, Earth Wise offers a look at our changing environment.

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Feb23

The devil in the deep blue sea

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The ocean looks like it did when we were kids, with waters that seem endless, as they must have appeared to the first explorers of North America. But with an average depth of two miles, the ocean hides its secrets. (more…)

Feb22

Good morning sunshine

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Amongst the flurry of depressing news about the environment, there is a bright spot—solar power.  Solar comes in two forms: thermal—where sunlight heats water, and photovoltaic—where sunlight is converted to electricity.   (more…)

Feb21

Frogs are dying – And it looks the culprit is a fungus caused by illegal wildlife trade

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Forests normally humming with the chorus of calling frogs are falling silent and the forest floor is covered in dead or dying frogs. The animals seem to be losing their skin. This sounds like the makings of a science fiction movie – but it’s the stuff of real life. And it’s occurring in forests around the world. (more…)

Feb20

Carbon Dioxide: Is this the path to the valley of the Jolly Green Giant?

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Plants need carbon dioxide to grow.  It’s nature’s plant food. Look around you – every plant that you see is taking carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and using it to make the carbohydrates and cellulose needed for growth.  So, beyond all the talk about carbon dioxide leading to global warming, is it possible that more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere might be good for plants? (more…)

Feb17

From garbage baiting to climate change, humans continue to shape grizzly bear survival

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While the grizzly’s impressive stature renders them top predators, in the wild bears dine mostly on berries, plants, and insects. Outside of breeding and cub rearing, they are solitary animals. But they congregate around rich food resources and, if challenged, can pursue at speeds of up to 30 miles an hour. (more…)

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