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The tomato plants are surrounded by beneficial herbs and flowers. Marigolds border the bed, adding color and attracting predatory insects to deter pests. Basil is planted nearby; its strong scent ...

As some fireflies face challenges from climate change and habitat loss, little changes can make a big difference.

Research in recent years has identified issues affecting rivers and aquatic life in the Jefferson River Basin, including low ...

During a summer camp local kids painted two murals on two storm drains in Edgefield to raise awareness about pollution on the ...

Africa's tropical belt, defined by the Guinean forests of west Africa and the Congo Basin of central Africa, is globally recognized for its astounding biodiversity.

Bees are essential to the health of the Earth’s ecosystems, but the populations of many species are dwindling. These ...

Sustainability doesn’t always mean using “natural” materials per se; it can also mean using renewable and recyclable ones.

They’re as bright as fireflies, but far harder to find. Still, experts say it’s worth seeking a glimpse of these stunning bioluminescent glowworms.

The world produces over 100 million tons of plastic a year, which could take hundreds of years to fully degrade, but ...