Environmental Communication at UGA
Creating the Next Generation of Environmental Storytellers
It is no secret that being “eco-friendly” has not been President-elect Donald Trump’s top priority during his campaign and leadership thus far. According to an article by the Society of Environmental Journalists, the future of the Clean Water Act is one of … Continue reading “The Future of Clean Water is in Your Hands Now More Than Ever” →
Peppermint Mocha Latte’s are back and Thanksgiving break is just around the corner, so how come people are having to take off their coats by mid-morning? Well, quite simply, this is an unusually hot fall season. According to a report made … Continue reading “Georgia vs. Florida: Congress on Record Fall Temperatures” →
Residents of Tybee Island, Georgia are concerned that what is happening to the islands in the Pacific Ocean will soon happen to them. Coastal cities and island nations are beginning to disappear, including the access highway to Tybee Island, according to … Continue reading “Say Goodbye to Paradise?” →
In the bustling capital of India, the air pollution in New Delhi is worse than in Beijing as a black cloud over the city. While this air pollution is a sign of industrialization and economic growth, the pollution itself is … Continue reading “India’s Air Pollution Problem” →
By the year 2050, there will be as much plastic in the sea as there are fish. Sandy shores are often littered with bottles, plastic cases, and garbage that can easily float into the water and can affect the wildlife … Continue reading “The Plastic Ocean” →
Tourism has often been a problem and annoyance for environmentalists, as they sometimes do not pay attention to the environment around them, leaving trash and trampling over sensitive natural environments. The tourism industry is centered around consumerism, a major worry … Continue reading “Environmentalists Shift their Focus to EcoTourism” →
The University of Georgia and the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization Australian Animal Health Laboratory have conducted a study about diseases carried by bats. It suggests that state and territory governments should invest in safety precautions for volunteer wildlife … Continue reading “Wildlife Rehabilitators Protect the Public from Diseases Carried by Bats” →
The Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster happened about 30 years ago. For many years after the accident, the area was considered uninhabitable by humans and animals. Visiting the site three decades later, UGA scientists find that wildlife seems to thrive there now. … Continue reading “Nature Begins to Thrive in Chernobyl” →
Fish seems to be the most frequently wasted food item in the United States. Not all of that blame is put on consumers, though. Many fishermen use widespread and callous fishing methods which grab lots of fish, instead of just … Continue reading “Wait A Minute Before You Throw Out That Stinky Fish” →
Have you noticed the green and black recycling bins around campus? Around 40 more bins have been added to UGA’s campus to further the university’s “Green Labs” initiative to make the school more environmentally friendly. The green bin is used to … Continue reading “The Deal With All Those Green Bins” →
New UGA Boiler Means No More Coal For the past 50 years, the University of Georgia’s boiler has been coal powered. Today, a new boiler was officially installed which runs off of electricity. This $2.4 million project was a step … Continue reading “UGA Boiler Switches Out Coal for Electricity” →
Today, World Wildlife Fund celebrates World Rhino Day to raise awareness about this endangered animal. At its inception in 2010, the organization wanted to spread the word about the dangers of poaching and illegal trading. Teaming up with the Kenya Wildlife … Continue reading “Celebrating World Rhino Day” →
Small Shocks Help Enormous Birds Learn to Avoid Power Lines This article talks about how enormous birds must learn to avoid power lines to avoid being electrocuted. Condors, an endangered specie of bird, usually fail to look ahead when flying … Continue reading “Learning To Fly Again” →
Syria comes up in the news all the time, but few know what is actually happening and why conflict started. This comic, written by Audrey Quinn and illustrated by Jackie Roche, beautifully describes what’s going on in this region and how … Continue reading “Understanding Syria’s Climate Crisis” →
Meal Kits Offer Pain Free Dinner Options A company called Garnish & Gather helps families make healthy meals with Georgia grown ingredients. The service collects ingredients from various farms around Georgia and makes a kit for their customers, basically consisting of … Continue reading “Eating Local Veggies Just Got A Whole Lot Easier” →