A World on Fire The planet is dying. Dramatic statements like this have become commonplace in public discourse, news headlines, and even government debates. But what exactly is killing the planet? There are many ways to answer this question, but climate change is often the first response. Nearly every day, news reports surface of ravenous wildfires tearing across North America, polar ice sheets splitting from their shelves and sinking into the ocean, or studies showing yet another rise in global temperatures. Faced with these seemingly apocalyptic conditions, what are we supposed to do? After all, if the billions, if not […]

Regenerative farming is often portrayed as an idealistic alternative to conventional agriculture. However, it has major scientific, economic, and social foundations that make it a realistic and scalable path toward global food security, provided it receives sufficient investment, policy support, and innovation. Regenerative agriculture seeks to rebuild soil health, increase biodiversity, and reduce reliance on synthetic inputs like fertilizers. This method of farming creates a more resilient and sustainable food system. Some critics argue that yields may decline or that scaling such systems is impractical. Yet these objections overlook the major inefficiencies in modern agriculture and the potential that regenerative […]

Audio Summary Introduction Electric Vehicles (EVs) are an emerging alternative to gas-powered vehicles, prompting questions about which is more sustainable overall. Are electric or gas cars better for the environment, economy, and consumers? This issue is important because transportation is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, which harm the environment and human health. Costs and implementations also affect everyday drivers, the government, and companies. There are many issues surrounding the use of Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles, and EVs could reshape our world today in terms of economics, environment, and social impact.  What Are Electric Vehicles? Electric vehicles […]

Introduction Renewable energy, in the mind of many Americans, leads to a cleaner healthier world whilst utilizing the energy we need to live and grow. One would think all we need is a small portion of land and an investment to make renewables a clean source we can all utilize. In reality, data shows, there are so many behind the scenes actions taken to introduce these renewable sources that may negatively impact its intention. This said, renewable energy can be used in an efficient way in one’s personal life, but using these technologies for the market is not yet reliable […]

Abstract: What is Generative AI? The concept of generative artificial intelligence and terms like “AI” have gained an unprecedented level of hype as well as misunderstanding in the past few years; “AI” has become an all-encompassing buzzword to describe complex concepts varying from lengthy analysis of medical data to the generation of memes. But what is it? In a sentence, generative artificial intelligence is the output achieved from complex webs of probability-reliant algorithms called neural networks, designed on the basis of the human brain. When trained with massive amounts of data, these neural networks have the capability to produce human-like […]

Introduction There is no question that global warming and climate change are having a variety of harmful effects on our planet, which can seriously pose threats to life on earth. Temperatures are rising, air quality is changing, and habitats are being destroyed. The main cause of global warming is the burning of fossil fuels, which can be done in the engine to run your car, and to create energy at power plants to run and fuel your home. Renewable energy is a very plausible way to create this same energy without the harmful effects of fossil fuel combustion. There are […]

Initial Introduction to Hydroponics: My first exposure to the practice of indoor hydroponic farming was during an entrepreneurship club meeting that was hosted my junior year of high school. As one of the leaders of the club, I decided to host a meeting with the other leaders to further discuss a potential speaker to come talk to the group. Through a family connection one of the members of the group had, we were able to invite the CEO of a local grocery store in our area. When I heard the news that he had agreed to come speak to us, […]

Abstract You may have noticed more electric cars or hybrid cars on the roads or more public charging stations appearing in parking lots. Electric cars are becoming more and more popular and have become a very quick hit on the market. There has been lots of information that electric cars are better than gas powered cars for the environment and about how environmentally friendly electric cars are. Of course this comes with some backlash that electrical cars are not as sustainable and beneficial for the environment as they claim to be. One example of a negative claim is that the […]

Abstract Lithium mining is an industry that has seen a large increase in popularity over the last 20 years due to a revolution in lithium battery technology. Lithium batteries are used primarily in electric cars and consumer electronics and have progressed largely in size and energy capacity. The extraction and reuse of lithium is where the industry becomes problematic. While using batteries produces no harmful emissions, the same cannot be said for mining operations. They use powerful equipment fueled by gas and diesel engines, producing many carbon emissions. Furthermore, the recycling methods currently in place further exacerbate this issue. In […]

Solar cooking is the practice of preparing food using only the energy of the sun. Unlike traditional stoves, solar cookers are designed to take advantage of the sun’s heat to cook meals. For those who would prefer not to use fossil fuels or natural gas, solar cookers offer a convenient and eco-friendly option. It’s for these reasons that a growing number of individuals are switching to solar cooking. Millions of people around the world still use wood or dung as their primary source of fuel for cooking, despite the fact that doing so requires them to travel long distances and […]