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Give a Gift to the Planet by Reducing Holiday Waste

Give a gift to the planet this season by taking these simple steps to make your holidays a little less...

STEM Activities to Keep Your Students Engaged This Winter

This winter, with several students and teachers still social distance learning, educators need to find unique...

Show Your Love for Public Lands This Winter By Volunteering

Looking for environmental volunteering opportunities during the winter months? These are just a few examples...

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riparian planting of native plants in Chickasaw Park

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

Success Story

“I would recommend a project like this to other students because they get to explore the environment around them and learn how to make the ecosystem around them healthier.” -Bettendorf student

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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

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

Increasing Accessibility in STEM Learning for Visually Impaired Students

NEEF and the USDA Forest Service partnered to fund a grant for WaterViz, a water cycle visualization project that helps middle school students with visual

summer produce in wooden boxes at a farmers market

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

a pair of hands holds a glass ball with a tree in it with a futuristic corporate background

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

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.

Photo of Isaias Hernandez also know as Queer Brown Vegan

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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Help Protect Ocean Ecosystems by Reducing Marine Debris

Discover the impact of marine debris and plastic pollution on oceans, ecosystems, and biodiversity. Learn about solutions and educational resources for