Environment

Scientists are reporting some disturbing news about the rate of species extinction these days. There has been a rapid increase in the number of species that are going, going and gone, mostly attributed to loss of ecosystems and biodiversity in general.

These losses are largely attributed to climate change, urban sprawl and pollution—all at the hands, or mostly at the hands, of humans. Scientist members of the Diversitas group of experts on diversity say that world leaders have failed to combat this loss as they had previously committed to do. Read more

When I read stories like this one, two thoughts cross my mind. The first is, “Awesome! This is exactly what we need.” The second? “It’s about bloody time. Why haven’t we done this already?” Though sea turtle protection is long overdue—especially considering that all species of sea turtles are endangered—we can definitely welcome any protection now with open arms. Better late than never, right?

Since many sea turtles meet their untimely deaths in fisherman’s nets, a new device is being developed to target these nets in order to protect turtles. Fishery managers are using a Cape Cod company to develop a device that will allow them to continue using fishing nets while still protecting sea turtles.

Hopefully it’s not too good to be true. Read more