As scientific literature authored by indigenous minds in New Zealand grows, readers must question whether new bodies ofscientific thought can shift earth jurisprudence processes towards holistic goals.
Agroecology has yet to offer a scalable alternative to industrial agriculture in the Global North. A global consortium of researchers argues that the lack of widespread interest in agroecology is explained, in part, by the centrality of private property in the Global North. While agroecology depends on coordination across communities and landscapes, private property prioritizes individual rights within defined geographical boundaries.
As climate change disrupts weather patterns worldwide, many cities face a new angle to an old challenge: how to define the boundary between land and water. Extreme weather events reveal the limitations of colonial-era efforts to separate wet and dry, creating an opportunity for learning to live sustainably and equitably with urban wetlands.
Enhancing natural carbon storage is an important strategy to address climate change. A new study in Nature examines how coastal ecosystem restoration enhances the ocean’s ability to store carbon.
Tiny insects like ants are sometimes overlooked, although they can considerably affect ecosystems. When ants have a special relationship with plants, where both benefit from each other, it is called a mutualistic relationship. According to a recent study, this ecological interaction can facilitate the growth and defense of nearby trees and increase overall productivity in ecosystems.
In a world where warnings of "Cancer and reproductive harm" adorn everyday products, the burden of identifying hazardous substances lies with the consumer. The prevalence of hazardous chemical compounds, with alarming rates found in pregnant women, paints a concerning picture of a silent epidemic affecting the health of future generations. As chemical interference in the body's hormones correlates with rising rates of cancer, obesity, and neurological disorders in children, the need for a fundamental shift in who monitors chemical compounds becomes apparent.
Increasing sources of artificial light impact the movement and behavior of fish, amphibians, mammals, and birds, yielding novel ecological interactions. A topical review illustrates that as global populations grow, so will the intensity and frequency of light sources within urban and suburban environments. Without a rapid adoption of strategies to alleviate the proliferation of unnatural light, entire ecosystems may face menacing consequences.
