On Block Island, a tiny dot off the New England coast, birders and other nature lovers can find beauty and solitude in 2,500 acres of ponds, dunes and marshes.
Category: Conservation of Resources
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‘Zombie Trout’ Unsettle Montana, Long a Fly-Fishing Mecca
Warming waters and other factors along the state’s rivers like the Big Hole appear to be contributing to alarmingly low numbers of the state’s renowned rainbow and brown trout.
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In an Egyptian Oasis, a House Built From Sand, Rope and Salt
A designer and an environmentalist have created a retreat that surrenders to the desert.
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The Beekeepers Who Don’t Want You to Buy More Bees
In Slovenia and around the world, conservationists try — and mostly fail — to combat the widespread belief that honey bees are in danger.
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Would You Drink Wastewater? What if It Was Beer?
In an era of drought, turning treated wastewater into drinking water may be the future. Utility companies are working with breweries to get people past the “ick factor.”
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Water Bills Are Rising. Here’s What to Do About It.
Consumers face higher costs as water systems replace old pipes and equipment. Shorter showers and water-efficient appliances can help manage the expense.
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White House Aims to Reflect the Environment in Economic Data
The New York Times – Business:The Biden administration has set out to measure the economic value of ecosystems, offering new statistics to weigh in policy decisions.