Earth Day is upon us! Earth Day approaches, IDEAS For Us and Fleet Farming extend a heartfelt thank you to our dedicated community of environmental advocates. Since its inception in 1970, Earth Day has stood as a beacon of hope and action for environmental stewardship worldwide. Together, we’ve transformed local landscapes and empowered individuals to lead sustainable lives. This Earth Day, let’s renew our commitment to the planet and continue to drive real, impactful change. Join us in celebrating the power of community and the enduring spirit of conservation.
Welcome back to the IDEAS For Us blog, where we explore pressing environmental issues and innovative solutions. This is a follow up post on the Top Environmental Issues in Florida. Today, we set our sights on the Sunshine State, dissecting the delicate balance between progress and preservation. Join us on a journey through Florida’s environmental… Continue reading Navigating Nature’s Challenges: Florida’s Triple Threat
Bolivia, a landlocked country in South America, is blessed with breathtaking natural beauty, diverse ecosystems, and rich biodiversity. However, like many countries around the world, Bolivia grapples with pressing environmental issues, particularly deforestation and drought. In this blog post, we will delve into the intricate relationship between these two challenges and explore initiatives to address… Continue reading Bolivia’s Environmental Issues and Solutions
Ideas for Us: Tackling Land Degradation and Biodiversity Loss through SDG 15 Initiatives United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 15 calls for the protection, restoration, and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, the sustainable management of forests, combating desertification, and halting and reversing land degradation and biodiversity loss. Ideas for Us, an environmental non-profit organization, actively… Continue reading Restoring Our Planet: Innovative Strategies to Achieve SDG 15 Goals
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
Recent headlines have applauded the success of the complete restoration of the Kissimmee River in Florida. In 1962, the U.S Army Corps of Engineers began straightening the once 103-mile river in an attempt to provide flood protection to developing lands in the area surrounding the floodplain. However, almost immediately, the landscape began to experience significant… Continue reading Kissimmee River Restoration
Significance of Archaeology Anthropology has been recognized as an important scientific field of study for decades, but it has been relevant ever since the 18th century. Anthropologists study the evolution of human culture by identifying and analyzing material remains, civilizations, languages, and biological processes. This field of study is important because we can use the… Continue reading Archaeology and Nature
Environmental Education is Fun Recently, IDEAS For Us hosted a rousing round of Eco-Trivia in partnership with Orlando Science Center at Ivanhoe Park Brewery. Our environmental education questions, generated by our team of scientists, educators, and pop-culture consumers, challenged even Orlando’s eco-elite. Trivia games about the environment are increasingly popular. These games educate players about… Continue reading Environmental Education Games: Eco-Trivia!
The longest river that begins and ends within the state of Florida is the St. Johns. Originating at Blue Cypress Lake, the St. Johns River meanders over 300 miles north to its terminus in the Atlantic Ocean near Jacksonville.1,2 At its southern end, the river is shallow and marsh-like, scarcely navigable by boat. As it works… Continue reading St. Johns River: Water Management Spotlight
Habitat loss and fragmentation are some of the primary causes of declining plant and animal populations. The Florida Wildlife Corridor protects almost 700 different plant and animal species by conserving and connecting habitats all over the state. This includes the mighty Florida Panther, The West Indian Manatee, and the Gopher Tortoise. This blog dives into… Continue reading The Florida Wildlife Corridor
