Written by: Weston Justis Trees are one of the most successful groups of living organisms on our planet. People often overlook the incredible complexity and uniqueness of these magnificent plants. Here, you will learn how trees have evolved into what they are today, as well as some of their unique biological characteristics. It is only appropriate to start at the very beginning. Early in Earth's history, certain cyanobacteria could produce energy from H2O, CO2, and sunlight.

Written by: Safora Noor Last year, on September 4th, 25,000 menhaden fish washed up on the Baltimore Harbor. The event followed a smaller wave in August, where 1,700 dead menhaden washed up. The recent fish kills were attributed to algae blooms in the bay, worsened by the nutrient-rich stormwater runoff and warming waters. However, this isn’t just a coincidence. In 2024, around the same time, 24,000 menhaden washed up dead, and in 2012, the number was 25,000. The species is t

Written by: Sheryl Rubio-Santos Costa Rica has long been recognized as a global leader in environmental protection, celebrated for safeguarding its biodiverse biomes and active volcanoes. Today, the country is taking its commitment even further with an ambitious mission: to become the world’s first carbon-neutral nation. Thus far, the country has already made major progress, generating approximately 95–98% of its electricity from renewable sources. In 2019, the government lau