by Liam Smith | Feb 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
Electricity is important to power our homes, towns, and cities. It is produced in many ways, however, some of the most common ways often have a large environmental impact. Fossil fuels amount to 60% of US power and produced 1,542 metric tons of CO2 in 2022. There have...
by Liam Smith | Feb 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
TLDR Version: Lake Michigan (USA): Lake Michigan is one of the Great Lakes of North America and has played a significant role in the region’s history, from early Native American settlements to the development of major cities like Chicago. Lake Michigan: The...
by Liam Smith | Feb 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
TLDR Version: Dead Sea (Jordan/Israel): The Dead Sea is famous for its extremely high salt concentration, which allows people to float effortlessly on its surface. It also has a rich history, mentioned in various ancient texts. The Dead Sea: Nature’s Saltwater...
by Liam Smith | Feb 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
TLDR Version: Lake Tanganyika (Africa): It is one of the African Great Lakes and stands out for its incredible biodiversity. It is home to hundreds of unique fish species, some of which can’t be found anywhere else in the world. Lake Tanganyika: Africa’s...
by Liam Smith | Feb 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
Acid mine drainage poses a major problem to the environment and drinking water resources in the surrounding area. We will explore remediation techniques, mitigation techniques, and the environmental and economic hazards which stem from acid mine drainage. Examples of...
by Liam Smith | Feb 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
TLDR: Landfill leachate is a liquid waste product that forms as water interacts with waste materials in landfills. It contains a mixture of pollutants and must be carefully collected, treated, and managed to prevent environmental contamination and safeguard human...