Oil field accidents can have severe consequences, posing risks to human lives, the environment, and surrounding communities. In the US state of Wyoming, which is known for its significant oil and gas production, the occurrence of such accidents can be particularly concerning. These accidents can result from a variety of factors, including equipment failure, inadequate …
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Natural disasters are terrifying and cause huge destruction. Although the marvels of science have allowed human beings to face several perils of nature, there are still many that cause massive damage. Tsunamis and typhoons are two such natural disasters that harm human life and property. While both are destructive in their own ways, they differ …
PVA, or polyvinyl alcohol, is a synthetic polymer produced from the polymerization of vinyl acetate. This process can be done either in solution or in suspension. In its solid form, it is a colorless, odorless powder that dissolves in water. It also has a high molecular weight, which increases its viscosity. This particular trait gives …
Water is necessary for our lives, but it can be a catastrophe too. Floods are the most common form of natural disaster. Sometimes, they happen on a regular basis with increased damage intensity. We have always read about the effect of floods on human beings. How their homes are destroyed, how they are killed because …
Mosquitoes are an iconic summer pest menace. But do not ever take them lightly. Generally, female mosquitoes need the nutrients to build their eggs. So they spread deadly diseases such as Dengue, Malaria, Zika Virus, and West Nile Virus. And, they create a nuisance that can be dreadful for your family. Summer months are ideal for …
Water bodies are a place that draws all kinds of organisms towards them. Therefore, any water body located in any part of the world always attracts various life forms. However, every animal is not beneficial for it, and a pond is definitely not an exception. Ponds, a significant food and fresh water source, attract rodents …
Nowadays, most companies across various industries, especially food and beverage, are interested in going green with their packaging. They’re shifting to eco-friendly food packaging that utilizes materials with minimal impact on the environment, from production to post-use. A large amount of energy is used when manufacturing traditional packaging materials like plastic. Besides helping the environment, …
Fishing is a relaxing outdoor activity. People do it to spend time in scenic locations where the sound of crashing waves can calm them. There are also feelings of accomplishment and empowerment every time they get a big catch. You can continuously learn new fishing skills, practice patience, and just feel plain fun when you …
Birds are essential members of many ecosystems and are everywhere. With so many species today, the wild nests they create for themselves aren’t enough to sustain each species or keep birds safe. We must play our part in ensuring their survival by taking care of them, either in the environment or as home pets. You …
The Ultimate Guide To Biotechnology Biotechnology, when simply put is a technology based on biology. It’s easy enough to figure that out from the word, bio, and technology coined together as one. Does biotechnology have a future? Here’s a question asked by several people due to its many unknowns. Expert says that biotechnology will be …
What is a good party without food, drinks, music, and people? Everybody loves to party, and when you have drinks, there must be straws. There are different types of drinking straws; you will find glass straws, bamboo straws, paper straws, aluminum straws, silicone straws, hard plastic straws, stainless steel straws, and compostable straws. Only a …
Regardless of the type of activity we engage in, the environment is impacted one way or the other. All the major industries in the world affect the state of the environment in all their activities. From Real Estate to Hospitality, Manufacturing, Mining, Tourism, every industry you can think of. It may sound surprising, but even …
It has become pretty standard to hear people talk about going green in this day and time. Either it is your friend that has just decided to become a vegetarian or to take it a step further, the one that is fast becoming a massive lover of reusing old items before recycling. If you have …
If you have never seen a snake near a pond, you might be wondering if ponds genuinely attract snakes. Yes, ponds indeed attract snakes. Like all other animals, snakes are highly reliable on the water for survival. It helps them to energize themselves and remain hydrated. Since ponds are full of freshwater, snakes cannot help …
New corporations are continually changing the market to ensure it becomes more sustainable, unlike in the past, where corporations integrated sustainable practices in their operations. Business sustainability is a concept that has been there for a long time since the creation of environmental regulations and the modern environmental movement in the 1970s. Today, over 90% …