environmentalism

Climate Clock Ticking: Can We Turn Back Now?

In June, a stark warning was issued by over 60 climate scientists: at the current rate of emissions, the remaining “carbon budget” to avoid exceeding a critical warming threshold could be depleted in a mere three years. This raises a crucial question: if we surpass the 1.5-degree-Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) warming threshold, is a climate […]

Beyond Aloha: Hawaii’s Essential Travel Word

Beyond Aloha: Embracing ‘Malama’ for a Deeper Hawaiian Experience While “aloha” is synonymous with Hawaii, there’s another crucial word every visitor should understand: “malama.” In the Hawaiian language, “malama” signifies “to take care of” and embodies a core Native Hawaiian value – the belief that individuals have a responsibility to protect their community and island […]

Bee U NYC: Cultivating Green Communities

Addressing Inequality Through Urban Beekeeping: The Mission of Bee University NYC Breaking into green careers, those focused on conservation and sustainability, can be a significant hurdle. Statistics reveal a disparity in representation, with women holding only about a third of these positions, and Black and Hispanic/Latinx workers remaining underrepresented. Recognizing this imbalance, Bee University NYC […]