Coral reefs, the “rain forests of the sea,” are a vital part of the biodiversity seen on this planet. Because, these large structures are home to many diverse species who depend on them for survival. What is Coral Bleaching? Coral bleaching is the process of coral expelling the symbiotic zooxanthellae (algae) living in their tissues1.… Continue reading Coral Bleaching: Why It’s An Issue and Ways to Stop It
Organic Farming: Your Complete Guide Organic farming: your complete guide. What is organic? The United States Drug Administration (USDA) describes organic agriculture as “the application of a set of cultural, biological, and mechanical practices that support the cycling of on-farm resources, promote ecological balance, and conserve biodiversity.”1 Organic producers use only natural materials and processes… Continue reading Organic Farming
Switching to Renewable Energy: The Importance of Going Greener Switching to renewable energy. Going clean and green is a great initiative nowadays that people are taking part in. It is safe to say that it has become a trend, too. It is a timely and relevant trend that many of us should be a part… Continue reading Switching to Renewable Energy: Going Greener
If climate change continues unabated, this is our reality before the century’s end: rising seas, algae-laden oceans, scarcity of clean drinking water, smog-filled skies, dangerous heat temperatures, devastating natural disasters. Watch or read the news and you’re bound to find reports of a warming planet. But amid the doom and gloom, there’s reason for hope:… Continue reading Global Companies & 21st Century Sustainability
IDEAS For Us – Branches Liberia About This Branch “Liberia is a green jewel of forests set along the shoreline of the Atlantic Ocean on the West side of the great African continent. Rich with natural resources, resilient people, with a particularly fond love of democracy, Liberia is unique as the first Democratic Republic on the… Continue reading Liberia
IDEAS For Us – Branches Uganda Branch About This Branch IDEAS For Us – Uganda was the first international branch of IDEAS For Us. Originally based in Kampala, the capital city, IDEAS For Uganda has now spread to dozens of primary and secondary schools across the country where students and community members come together to… Continue reading Uganda
Environmental Solutions Project Archive IDEAS for Us has spread to communities around the world, engaging communities and sharing best practices for a better world. View our Environmental Solutions Project Archive. Changing The World Through Local Action IDEAS For Us (IDEAS) is active in both developed and developing nations. Every project and program we launch shares the… Continue reading Environmental Solutions Archive
