

How ‘It’ Was Treated in 2022: Global Sanitation Efforts Culminate in World Toilet Summit
The disposal of human waste—arguably one of the oldest problems on Earth—continues as a serious challenge to municipalities and locales

Robin Whitlock
Dec 18, 2022


Cleaning the Chesapeake’s Waters with Oyster Restoration
Oysters have become recognized for their ability to clean water and their role in water ecosystems.
Organizations such as the Chesapeake

The Earth & I Editorial Team
Dec 17, 2022


Everything Old is New Again: Thrifting Makes Recycling Easier
As people throughout the world become aware that the Earth’s resources are limited, many are seeking ways to do their part as consumers.

Kate Pugnoli
Oct 20, 2022


Maybe It’s Time to Walk Out on Obesity
Decades ago food insecurity and malnutrition haunted war-torn populations. Who knew then the world would soon face an obesity epidemic?

Paramita Mandal, Rojina Yasmin, and Suvanjana Ghosh
Oct 19, 2022


Troubled Waters
A new study has found that pregnant women who consume water with high levels of lead can pass it to their unborn children.

Mark Smith
Oct 18, 2022





