Explore the rich history of conservation efforts from ancient practices to modern movements. Discover how figures like Kublai Khan, Henry David Thoreau, and John Muir laid foundational work for environmental conservation, alongside the...

Stephan Brückner and his team at Wolwedans are committed to balancing commerce, conservation, culture, and community. They reinvest some of the profits into environmental conservation, strive to celebrate local traditions, and support...

Marine Conservation is the protection and preservation of ocean ecosystems, with a focus on limiting the damage caused to them by humans and preserving threatened marine species. I’m joined in this video by Alex Collins, a fellow...

Environmental challenges aren't for just one political party to deal with — everyone must work together to solve them, says conservation champion Danielle Butcher Franz. Drawing on her work with young conservatives mobilizing...

Some scientists believe we are in the middle of Earth’s sixth mass extinction: a big, precarious game of Jenga that involves every ecosystem on the planet. In this episode of Crash Course Biology, we’ll see how conservation biology aims...

This week on Nature League, Brit Garner discusses how each Harry Potter House can contribute to environmental and conservation practices in the Anthropocene.

This video discusses the problem of water scarcity and provides various measures that can be taken to address it, such as wise and judicious use of water, recycling and reusing water, and introducing efficient irrigation practices. The...

The safari ecosystem features diverse habitats and species, influenced by climate and predator-prey dynamics. Herbivores are vital for food chains and landscape management. Cultural ties to safari animals emphasize the need for...

Lucy Skelton, a 16-year-old from Melbourne, created Be Happy Bags, a small business that designs and sells reusable bags to reduce plastic waste and raise money for environmental causes. Her drive to make a positive impact on the...

As a critical resource, water is being called the oil of the 21st century. That is because it is becoming both scarcer and more expensive. Water conservation is not only a good idea, it is a necessity. Where better to start than in the...

The Eden Project in Cornwall serves as both an educational center and a tourist attraction, welcoming school groups and promoting sustainability. Discover how the project integrates local suppliers and eco-friendly practices in its...

In this video Paul Andersen explains how matter and energy are conserved within the Earth's system. Matter is a closed system and Energy is open to the surroundings. In natural systems steady state is maintained through feedback loops...

Conservation champion and TED Fellow Adjany Costa is on a mission to empower Indigenous communities. Instead of imposing pre-designed policy and plans on local people, she says, conservation efforts should center those who know the land...

How do coral reef conservationists balance the environmental needs of the reefs with locals who need the reefs to survive? Joshua Drew draws on the islands of Fiji and their exemplary system of protection, called "connectivity", which...

A technology to ignore birds on radar ended up being useful to study and conserve them.

Explore the Kalimantan rainforest of Borneo, Indonesia, through the ears of Dr Eddie Game, an environmental scientist using bioacoustic monitoring to save this biodiverse ecosystem. Join the team as they deploy smart microphones to...

This video covers Charles Lindbergh’s life from the tragic kidnapping of his son in 1932 to his contributions during World War II and his later focus on environmental preservation. It explores how Lindbergh used his aviation expertise...

With smart electricity meters, consumers can measure electricity usage in real time, even find out how they stack up against their neighbors. But, does having that information impact consumers' electricity usage? With support from the...

This video examines the current state of elephant conservation, highlighting the transition from using elephants in entertainment to protecting them in sanctuaries. It discusses the threats elephants face, such as poaching and habitat...

Discover how ants play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by aerating the soil, recycling nutrients, and controlling pests. This video explores the various ways ants contribute to environmental balance, from soil...

Charlotte is an Environmental Scientist with Environmental Systems Analysis, Inc in Annapolis, Md. Charlotte plays a key role in monitoring the effect of new construction on the surrounding environment and making sure developers are...

A young Eagle Scout in Southern California created a water-wise garden project at the Lenain Water Treatment facility, demonstrating to tourists how to plant native plants and succulents in a way that is much less water-intensive. His...

This video encourages viewers to take action and make a positive impact on the world. It presents four ideas for making a difference: organizing fundraising and donations, contributing to environmental conservation, promoting diversity...

In this video Paul Andersen explains how water is unequally distributed around the globe through the hydrologic cycles. Seawater is everywhere but is not useful without costly desalination. Freshwater is divided between surface water...