2010 has been declared International Year of Biodiversity by the United Nations. It is a celebration of life and of the value of biodiversity for our lives. The goal of this UN initiative is to increase public awareness of biodiversity and to encourage people to protect it. But what does biodiversity mean and why should you care?
I am always surprised at the level of outrage expressed by the Australian public when it comes to whaling, such as has happened during the latest incident between Japanese whalers and environmental activists. While many Australians may not agree with Sea Shepherd’s tactics, they agree that whales are majestic creatures worth saving and fighting for.
In our own lifetimes a mass extinction event is taking place across the globe. This event touches all our lives and should give us real cause for concern about our possible future. A glance at the recent past gives a disturbing indication of what may be in store.
Midway Atoll is a collection of three small islands in the North Pacific, about halfway between the U.S. and Asia, and one of the remotest places on earth. It is located near the apex of the Pacific Garbage Patch, a swirling soup of millions of tons of plastic pollution. This soup of plastic pollution is practically translucent and lies just below the surface.
Beside being cute colourful little creatures, ladybugs represent a great alternative to pesticides in your battle to preserve your beloved plants. Natural bug control has a range of techniques and options that help you enjoy your garden without interfering with the harmony of the environment.
The suburban ‘chook' is making its new appearance. This environmentally sustainable pet turns your leftover scraps into up to 6 eggs per chook per week. There is nothing like the taste of a fresh egg from your beloved pets.
Are kangaroos a pest? Are they a sustainable alternative to red meat? Or are they now an endangered national icon? The myths exposed…
In our own lifetimes a mass extinction event is taking place across the globe. This event touches all our lives and should give us real cause for concern about our possible future. A glance at the recent past gives a disturbing indication of what may be in store.
