On January 29, 2013, Thomas Lovejoy discussed his experiences in international conservation efforts,

On January 29, 2013, Thomas Lovejoy discussed his experiences in international conservation efforts, with a particular focus on African savannas.

Lovejoy emphasized the critical need for conscious planetary management, stating: "We still tend to think in the very short term and locally when in fact we are disturbing global systems and the way that the planet actually works. We need to consciously manage the planet."

Improperly discarded cigarette butts pollute our rivers and waterways.

Port St. Lucie, Florida, urges everyone to help keep its environment beautiful through proper waste

Improperly discarded cigarette butts pollute our rivers and waterways.

Port St. Lucie, Florida, urges everyone to help keep its environment beautiful through proper waste disposal.

This message serves as a universal reminder for communities worldwide to protect their natural resources from pollution.

Lake Erie, part of Earth's largest surface freshwater system, provides drinking water for 11 million people. Its water quality is threatened by increased fertilizer-derived

Lake Erie, part of Earth's largest surface freshwater system, provides drinking water for 11 million people. Its water quality is threatened by increased fertilizer-derived nutrients.

Researchers Anna Michalak, Tom Bridgeman, and Pete Richards are studying how farming practices and severe weather contribute to these nutrient levels, which diminish water quality and threaten the lake's ecosystem and public health. This research was published on July 12, 2013.

Melting glaciers underscore how climate change is already a harsh reality for the world's poorest. This slow, silent disaster is causing dramatic water shortages, affecting

Melting glaciers underscore how climate change is already a harsh reality for the world's poorest. This slow, silent disaster is causing dramatic water shortages, affecting millions.

Scientists are deploying satellite technology to find solutions for these critical water issues, particularly in the Andean region.

December 19, 2012

Communities across Ireland are implementing new initiatives to combat the rising environmental and financial costs of fossil fuels. These efforts help them take control of their energy needs and

Communities across Ireland are implementing new initiatives to combat the rising environmental and financial costs of fossil fuels. These efforts help them take control of their energy needs and empower their communities.

This episode focuses on the Arann Islands and the Drombane Upperchurch Energy Tipperary (DUET) group, demonstrating how they've embraced new technologies to secure their energy future.

Published on February 4, 2014.