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Five Studies That Show How Spending Time in Nature Helps Veterans

Roughly one in four veterans say the transition back to civilian life was at least somewhat difficult...

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Celebrate National STEM/STEAM Day with Environmental Education

Celebrate National STEM/STEAM Day as we spotlight the significance of Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and...

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Nature Lovers Say “I Do” to a Wedding on National Public Lands Day

A Virginia couple took their love of volunteering on public lands to the next level by getting married on...

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Asthma Peak Week Is Coming: How to Stay Healthy This Fall
The third week of September is Asthma Peak Week due to a seasonal uptick in asthma triggers. Learn how to keep you and your children healthy and prevent asthma
riparian planting of native plants in Chickasaw Park
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How Olmsted Parks Conservancy Protects Biodiversity by Tackling Invasive Species
NEEF grantee Olmsted Parks Conservancy is installing a pollinator meadow in Chickasaw Park to improve biodiversity and protect against invasive plant species in
Students from Quad Cities Iowa plant native trees during a Greening STEM project in prairie
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Quad Cities Students Capture Creativity Through Greening STEM Project
What role do the arts play in STEM learning? Thanks to a partnership between NEEF and Arconic Foundation, students in Iowa’s Quad Cities region got to put these
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Green Waters are a Red Flag: Water Quality and Algal Blooms
Get ready for Water Quality Month by learning about harmful algal blooms and the threat they pose to water quality. Find out what they are, why they appear, and
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Heat Waves, Heat Islands, and Your Health
With about 80% of the US population living in cities, millions are at an increased vulnerability to heat waves and a changing climate. Learn about urban heat
visually impaired students present during the WaterViz summer camp
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Increasing Accessibility in STEM Learning for Visually Impaired Students
Dive into WaterViz: Accessible STEM for visually impaired students. NEEF and USDA-funded project offers a creative, inclusive approach to hydrologic sciences.
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How the Weather Impacts Summer Produce at Your Local Farmers Market
Climate change has the potential to impact the taste, size, and availability of fruits and vegetables at your local farmers market. We break down what this
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What is ESG and How Does it Affect Employee Engagement?
ESG (environment, social, and governance) policies help companies show their progress toward corporate social responsibility goals and identify risks. Leidos
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Wildfire Season Is Coming: Protect Yourself from Environmental Asthma Triggers
As wildfire season begins, learn how wildfire smoke impacts your health, and how you and your family can prepare.
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Exploring the Intersectionality Between Environmental Justice and Pride Month
QueerBrownVegan’s Isaias Hernandez uses his social media platform for environmental education, showing the intersectionality between environmental justice and
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