Serotonin Theory of Depression Debunked

A recent study is debunking the long-held theory that depression is caused by a serotonin deficiency. Read More »

World’s Most Dangerous Greenhouse Gas Goes Unregulated

One pound of sulfur hexafluoride, an electrical insulator, heats the planet as much as 25,200 pounds of carbon dioxide and remains in the atmosphere for 3,200 years. Read More »

Human Composting Offers Sustainable Burial

With the passage of a recent law, California will be the fifth state, along with Washington, Oregon, Colorado and Vermont, to allow human composting, beginning in 2027. Read More »

Tree Attempts to Achieve Legal Personhood

A legally autonomous black gum tree named Terra0 on the campus of the Community College of Allegheny County owns itself and perhaps even the few square feet of land it grows on. Read More »

Charging Electric Vehicles at Night Poses New Challenge

The demand for power to charge electric vehicles (EVs) could burden the electric grid in western states at peak times by up to 25 percent if most charging is done at night. Read More »

Tree Roots Adapt to Sequester More Carbon

Atmospheric carbon dioxide pumped into a mature forest at levels predicted to be the norm by 2050 will cause trees to produce more and longer roots, thus absorbing and storing more carbon. Read More »

Expected Drops in Wind Speeds Promise Climate Disruption

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicts that average global wind speeds could drop by up to 10 percent by 2100. Read More »

Holiday Volunteering: The Gift of Giving

The holiday season is the time for giving. Get into the spirit by volunteering time and treasure to meaningful causes and underprivileged individuals with these thoughtful ideas. Read More »

Cranberry Mimosas

This festive recipe for mimosas using homemade naturally-sweetened cranberry juice puts a holiday twist on the classic brunch beverage. Read More »

Sheet Pan Protein Pancakes with Berry Swirl

Cooked on a sheet pan, these satisfying protein and buttermilk pancakes with a berry swirl make cleanup a breeze and can be prepared the night before. Read More »

Shakshuka

This healthy, gluten-free dish is a brunch-time crowd-pleaser, and can be modified based on whatever veggies are on hand. Read More »

Easy Turkey Jerky for Pets

This easy turkey recipe is a healthy snack for a cat and a great dog-training treat for the clever pooch. Read More »