Looking for ways to make a positive impact on the world? IDEAS for US is an organization that promotes sustainable practices and environmental conservation, aligning with all 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). From reducing poverty to protecting the planet, IDEAS for US works to empower individuals and communities through sustainable living practices, entrepreneurship,… Continue reading 17 UN SDGs: How IDEAS for US is Making a Sustainable Impact
Deforestation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been ongoing for decades. Forests are disappearing at an alarming rate. Annual deforestation rates exceeded 2.5 million acres in the past five years and are believed to have surged during the COVID-19 pandemic (Schneider, 2020). Poor governance and corruption have created a dangerous mix for the… Continue reading Deforestation in DRC Leads to Disasters
IDEAS For Us – Branches Pakistan Branch About This Branch IDEAS For Us Pakistan was launched in 2022 with the goal of bringing environmental action to the region of Punjab. Our branch leader and founder, Muhammad Ajlal, is working to mobilize his community in eco action projects, with a focus on the needs of his… Continue reading Pakistan
ORLANDO, Fla. (November 5, 2022) – IDEAS For Us (IDEAS) began in 2008 as a group of innovative UCF students who wanted to advance sustainability on university campuses and communities around the world. Since then, it has grown into a global non-profit focused on real action, not just advocacy, to solve environmental challenges. IDEAS For… Continue reading Harvest Festival Brought To You By IDEAS For US
As with many other aspects of government policy, overfishing and other fishing-related environmental issues are a real problem. However, government intervention may not be the most effective solution. Surprisingly, it might be one of the main drivers of overfishing and other conservation and sustainability issues stemming from commercial fishing. Much like drone fishing, this… Continue reading Overfishing, Conservation, Sustainability, & Farmed Fish
The world is facing a climate disaster, and like most global disasters, it will be the most vulnerable people that bear the largest costs. Increasing global temperatures, vast droughts, rising sea levels, and more frequent storms are all deeply troubling issues, however, the developed world will be much more equipped to mitigate the unstable landscape.… Continue reading The Hardships Currently Plaguing the Developing World
What Causes Heat Waves? A heat wave happens when there are three or more days of unusually high maximum and minimum temperatures1. Heat waves are caused by a system of high atmospheric pressure moving into a certain area2.To be considered a heat wave, temperatures have to be outside the historical average2. 2021 Heat Waves in… Continue reading Heat Waves in the United States
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
The IPCC, Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, “is the United Nations body for assessing the science related to climate change”1 that was created to give policymakers routine climate change assessments -including implications and potential dangers concerning climate change, and new proposals for adaptation and mitigation.1 You may have heard this report referred to as the UN’s Climate Change Report or AR6. This article will focus on Summary for Policymakers, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, and Chapter 11 of the AR6.
Making the Most of Pandemic Sustainability Pandemic sustainability. The coronavirus pandemic has brought anxiety and uncertainty to so many parts of our lives, but IDEAS For Us (IDEAS) continues its work to involve the community in sustainability action throughout everything. IDEAS Executive Director Clayton Louis Ferrara, Chief Operations Officer Lee Perry, Chief Administrative Officer Caroline… Continue reading Making the Most of Pandemic Sustainability
