Environment
Need some good news about the environment? The Optimist Daily is your go-to herald of positive environmental news, highlighting eco-friendly solutions and scientific progress around climate action, circularity, conservation, and more. Learn about everything eco in our Environment section.
Scientists astonished to find 700 new species in Cambodia's mysterious mangroves
Embark on a journey to discover the hidden riches concealed beneath Cambodia's mangrove forests, where nature thrives against the backdrop of endangered landscapes. A pioneering biodiversity assessment done in the Peam Krasop sanctuary and Koh Kapik Ramsar reserve revealed a breathtaking tapestry Read More...
The science behind birds' singing in their sleep
In the complex world of avian behavior, researchers have discovered a fascinating phenomenon: birds sing while sleeping. Scientists observed muscular contractions in a bird's vocal tract to decode the quiet melodies of their nightly reveries. Let us begin a scientific quest to discover the Read More...
Transforming Tylenol: a sustainable path without coal tar or crude oil
Paracetamol, the omnipresent pain reliever found in countless households worldwide, may soon radically adjust its manufacturing method. For more than a century, this medicine, known as acetaminophen in the United States and Japan, has been manufactured using chemicals derived from coal tar or crude Read More...
Revolutionary window film reduces heat and energy consumption
What's a room without windows? Windows are undoubtedly an important feature in our homes, offices, cars, and public spaces. They provide views and natural light, but they also contribute to heat input, which increases energy usage for cooling, a problem in an era of rising temperatures. When Read More...
New study reveals the link between green streets and quality sleep
In a revolutionary study published in the journal Environmental Research, researchers discovered a substantial link between living on green streets and having better sleep quality. With sleep deficiency being a major public health concern, this study highlights the critical significance of natural Read More...
Restoring Indigenous stewardship: Yurok Tribe to co-manage National Park lands
As the Yurok Tribe makes great progress towards regaining its ancient lands, the reverberations of history may be heard in the towering redwoods of northern California. After centuries of dispossession, the Yurok people have reached an extraordinary agreement with the Redwood National and State Read More...
AÂ positive guide to navigating climate chaos
Maintaining hope in the face of the climate crisis is more than simply a psychological exercise; it is essential for motivating action and behavioral change. The relentless flood of negative news and the overwhelming effects of human activity on the environment can lead to despair and Read More...
Rowing against the current: Botswana’s women safari guides inspire and empower
In the calm of Botswana's Okavango Delta, where the morning sun creates a golden glow on the water's surface, an amazing metamorphosis is occurring. Women are taking the lead in changing an industry that was formerly thought of as a man's domain: guiding tourists through beautiful waterways. The Read More...
Brazil's inventive response: using Wolbachia mosquitoes to combat dengue outbreaks
As Brazil deals with a steady increase in dengue fever incidence, novel strategies to control the spread of this viral disease are emerging. With climate change and mutating virus subtypes worsening the situation, health officials are employing novel strategies to curb the stream of infections. One Read More...
Reef Stars revival: innovative solutions to coral reef restoration
Coral reefs, vibrant undersea ecosystems brimming with life, are experiencing an existential crisis. With forecasts indicating that 90 percent of these unique ecosystems may perish by 2050, immediate action is required. Despite this grim picture, scientists are discovering new and Read More...