Feature Destination: 13 Amazing Places to visit in Albania
Albania, a small and undiscovered country, is the perfect place to come and visit the beautiful natural landscapes. If you want to discover some breathtaking views here is a list of the places that must be travelled. Read more…
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Could Plastic-Eating, Silk-Producing Bacteria Be a New Ally in the Fight Against Waste?
Each year tens of millions of tons of plastic are sent to landfills, while another 8 million metric tons of plastic end up in the ocean. It’s an exponential problem that requires an environmentally friendly solution. In order to vastly improve the Earth’s health, that waste needs to be broken down for reuse, but determining how to do this effectively and efficiently has been a persistent challenge. Read more…
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Blue-Blooded Creatures Saving Lives & Why We should Return the Favor
As a researcher and professor, John Tanacredi spends a majority of his time in a laboratory that breeds “living fossils”. These “living fossils” have been saving human lives for over 40 years and he feels it’s about time to give some overdue recognition. Read more…
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Soel Senses 48 – Solar Electric Yacht
Soel Yachts are pleased to announce the release of their new model, the Soel Senses 48. The new 48ft (14.5m) solar electric catamaran is the ideal luxury weekend cruiser for the sustainably minded. Custom battery systems are supplemented by the rooftop solar array, and being entirely fossil-fuel-free the Soel Senses 48 is surprisingly quiet to operate and wonderfully economical. Read more…
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Wyland Channelling Environmental Education into Artform
Renowned marine life artist Wyland changed the way people think about our ocean when he started painting life-size whales on the sides of buildings in the 1980s and 1990s. Now, the foundation of the artist founded to promote clean water and healthy oceans approaches rising ocean temperatures with more resolve. Read more…
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Feature Destination: The Albanian Alps
The flagship region for mountain tourism is the Albanian Alps, the National Parks of Thethi, Valbona and the Region of Kelmendi. The “Accursed Mountains” are both truly spectacular and virtually impenetrable except for a series of high passes that link the small number of farmsteads and homes in the valleys below to the outside world during the summer months. Read more…
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Shooting for Survival By Neil Aldridge
The rhino lifted her head. She was so close I could hear her munching leaves. The tip of her magnificent horn now seemed taller than the stunted mopane trees within my reach, any protection I hoped they would offer was clearly inadequate. I held my breath. Read more…
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Stargazer Fish – Photo taken in Indonesia – Jack’s November Underwater Photograph
Descending upon the coral reefs and sandy slopes throughout Bunaken Marine Park at night will offer a very different experience during the day. The countless colourful reef fish will have all but disappeared, and the ones that have remained look eerily different. Once the sun sets, the ocean becomes a very different, more dangerous place. The reef appears to move as thousands of different crabs and shrimp make their way out to feed. Read more…
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Watching cute animals can reduce your stress levels by up to 50%
Ahead of World Animal Day on the 4th of October 2020, new university research has suggested that simply watching videos of cute animals can be good for your health. The study involved 15 students from the University of Leeds who were preparing to sit an exam later that day, as well as four academic support staff who had declared they were feeling stressed at work. The participants were asked to view images and watch videos of cute animals for a total of 30 minutes. Read more…
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The FREE Weekly Conservation Post and Jobs List
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The 10 most beautiful Ionian coast beaches in Albania
With 107 miles of coastline, the Ionian coast has no shortage of beautiful beaches. With deep crystal waters and captivating views here is a guide to the most beautiful part of Albania’s Riviera. Read more…
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Tracking Cownose Ray Migration with the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) provides science-based knowledge to meet the environmental challenges of the 21st century. SERC leads research on coastal ecosystems to inform real-world decisions for wise policies, best business practices and a sustainable planet. Read more…
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Children’s Hospital Hosts Nature’s Best Photography Wildlife Exhibit with Support from African Wildlife Foundation
From the Wild to the Walls of Children’s National Hospital, Nature’s Best Photography Brings the Outside in —Inspiring Healing for Patients, Families, and Dedicated Staff. Nature’s Best Photography Windland Smith Rice International Awards Exhibition Now on Display at Children’s National through January 15, 2021. See more…
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Top 6 Valuable Tips for Choosing Environmentally-Friendly Cleaning Products
Eco-consciousness is no longer a fad to a lot of people. Given the domino effect that humans have been at the receiving end of, we now know more about how our future must care for the environment. Plus, it’s not that difficult to contribute to the betterment of our environment. It’s as simple as being more conscious of the cleaning products you use to clean your house. Before you buy a cleaning product, here are six tips that will help you choose the most sustainable and eco-friendly ones. Read more…
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7 Ways Beach-Going Can Be Eco-Friendly
As people take to the beaches every summer – or vacation time, in general – everyone has to keep in mind that beaches should be respected at all costs. Whether you opt for a staycation, or stay at the beach for a day or two, it’s important to be eco-friendly on your trip. Read more…
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This piece was prepared online by Panuruji Kenta, Publisher, SEVENSEAS Media