Rising anthropogenic-induced nutrient enrichment of surface waters is of great concern globally as it jeopardizes the ecological integrity and functioning of freshwater ecosystems. Floating wetlands have been successfully used to treat nutrient enriched wastewater in developing nations, and provide additional ...
However, there are practical steps we can take to mitigate these issues and secure a sustainable future for our planet. First and foremost, adopting sustainable lifestyle practices is crucial. We can reduce our environmental impact by conserving energy at home, using public transport or carpooling...
The trouble is, not all landfills are built the same. While most of them are designed to mitigate environmental damage, older landfills are sometimes unregulated and lack those key features. This is where environmental harm enters the picture. Typically, landfills can be broken up into three diff...
The two main factors that affect the static stability of a slope are the shear strength of the TD and the pore pressure. Static liquefaction refers to the process whereby a contractive granular material (soils, tailings, gravels, loess, etc.), that is more than 80% saturated, loses its str...
Prevent, mitigate and control the pollution of coastal waters by pollutants from coastal cities. Including adjusting unreasonable urban planning, strengthening urban greening and coastal forest construction, protecting coastal wetlands, speeding up the construction of sewage collection pipe network and domestic...
Encouraging eco-friendly practices, such as reducing waste, conserving water, and using renewable energy, can also mitigate the impacts of human activities on wildlife. Moreover, responsible tourism can play a positive role. When visiting natural areas, it's essential to follow the rules and ...
Continuing coastal change, sea-level rise, and other environmental processes will lead to additional land loss (shown in blue) in coastal Louisiana over 50 years. Projects included in the 2023 Coastal Master Plan attempt to mitigate this loss. ...
Please take a look at our in-depth guide to ethical and sustainable tourism full of more tips to mitigate our impact as travelers. Lupe the Sea Lion is a regular at the Puerto Ayora Fish Market on Santa Cruz Island in the Galapagos Islands. She sits patiently waiting for scraps from the...
“ragweed,” the plant everyone loves to hate, or that I repeatedly responded with an enthusiastic “Yes!” when asked: “Does it spread?” My fellow gardeners, trained to panic in the face of plants that refuse to be kept down, backed away in terror, eyeing the pots as they would a...
Enhancing our drainage systems to efficiently manage storm water, especially in urban centres, is a start. Equally important is the restoration and conservation of wetlands which act as natural water absorbers and can mitigate the impact of floods. ...