environment Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/tag/environment/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:14:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Meaning Behind the Assyrian Lamassu https://youthareawesome.com/meaning-behind-the-assyrian-lamassu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=meaning-behind-the-assyrian-lamassu https://youthareawesome.com/meaning-behind-the-assyrian-lamassu/#respond Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:14:40 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117328 What Are The Lamassu? The Lamassu are ancient deities of Assyrian culture that are depicted as giant winged bulls; these were extremely prevalent in the Assyrian Empire. The creature had the combined body of a bull, wings of an eagle, and the head of a human. The symbolism for these different body parts are as […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/meaning-behind-the-assyrian-lamassu/feed/ 0 Is Multitasking a Myth? How Your Brain Actually Switches Gears https://youthareawesome.com/is-multitasking-a-myth-how-your-brain-actually-switches-gears/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-multitasking-a-myth-how-your-brain-actually-switches-gears Wed, 23 Apr 2025 19:01:32 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=116583 We live in a world that celebrates multitasking. People brag about answering emails during meetings or studying while watching TV. It feels productive–like you’re squeezing more into your day. But here’s the truth: your brain doesn’t multitask like you think. But here’s the thing: multitasking, as most people imagine, doesn’t really exist. What we usually […]

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]]> Are Ultra-Processed Foods Addictive? https://youthareawesome.com/are-ultra-processed-foods-addictive/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-ultra-processed-foods-addictive Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:35:36 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115829 In recent years, ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become a staple in many diets worldwide. Manufacturers engineer these highly refined products for convenience, taste, and long shelf life. However a rising body of research suggests that ultra-processed foods might not just be unhealthy—they may also have addictive qualities that can make them difficult to resist. So, […]

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]]> Easter Island: The True Meaning Behind The Moai https://youthareawesome.com/easter-island-the-true-meaning-behind-the-moai/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=easter-island-the-true-meaning-behind-the-moai Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:24:36 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115625     First Of All, What Is Easter Island? Easter Island, or known as Rapa Nui, is a territory of Chile and is located in the southeastern area of the Pacific Ocean. This island is famed for its hundreds of rocky statues, called Moai. The island was originally inhabited by the Rapa Nui people, indigenous […]

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]]> Recognizing the Importance Of Family Day: Three Ways to Celebrate It https://youthareawesome.com/recognizing-the-importance-of-family-day-three-ways-to-celebrate-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recognizing-the-importance-of-family-day-three-ways-to-celebrate-it Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:57:05 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115416 First of all, what is Family Day? Family Day was a day created to emphasize the importance of family and give people a break to allow them to spend quality time with their family. It was created in Alberta, Canada by Premier Don Getty 1990. Due to charges placed on his son for posessing drugs, […]

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]]> The Serious Global Issue of Water Shortage https://youthareawesome.com/the-serious-global-issue-of-water-shortage/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-serious-global-issue-of-water-shortage Fri, 14 Feb 2025 22:49:20 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=115391 An invaluable resource Although water makes up about two thirds of our planet, it is important to note that fresh water, the usable form of water, is very rare in comparison to the overall water present on Earth. Water shortage is a serious issue in our modern world. Did you know that about “1.1 billion […]

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]]> Overconsumption: The Downfall of The Environment https://youthareawesome.com/overconsumption-the-downfall-of-the-environment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=overconsumption-the-downfall-of-the-environment Sun, 01 Dec 2024 03:31:12 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114018 Overconsumption is a widespread phenomenon that most of us have heard of at least once in our lives. From TikToks showing influencers unboxing dozens of brand new packages to Instagram posts of celebrities rocking a completely different outfit, featuring the latest fashion trends in every new post, everything we see online seems to be riddled […]

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]]> Appreciating the Quiet Moments: Finding Joy in the Ordinary https://youthareawesome.com/appreciating-the-quiet-moments-finding-joy-in-the-ordinary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=appreciating-the-quiet-moments-finding-joy-in-the-ordinary Sun, 17 Nov 2024 20:13:34 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113745  In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the simple, quiet moments that can bring us a sense of peace and happiness. We’re constantly surrounded by noise–whether it’s the hum of technology or the rush of daily life–but if we take the time to pause and appreciate the stillness, we can find joy in the […]

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]]> 3 Inventions Fighting for Environmental Sustainability https://youthareawesome.com/3-inventions-fighting-for-environmental-sustainability/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=3-inventions-fighting-for-environmental-sustainability https://youthareawesome.com/3-inventions-fighting-for-environmental-sustainability/#comments Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:06:53 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=113478 With the rise in awareness of Climate Change and pollution, younger generations across the globe feel that they must shoulder the burden of being the face of change as we march towards an uncertain future. However, despite the seemingly certain impending doom our world faces, young, innovative thinkers have taken many steps to fight for […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/3-inventions-fighting-for-environmental-sustainability/feed/ 1 Stepping Into Your Role In The Fight Against Climate Change https://youthareawesome.com/stepping-into-your-role-in-the-fight-against-climate-change/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stepping-into-your-role-in-the-fight-against-climate-change Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:58:14 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112711 Introduction: What are the effects of Climate Change? Climate Change is a global issue that affects everyone and everything. Because of human activity over the past century, our planet’s average temperatures and weather patterns have shifted to more dangerous levels. Signs of climate change are continuing to arise everywhere. Examples include increased sea levels, sea […]

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]]> Making Ethical Choices with Your Wardrobe https://youthareawesome.com/making-ethical-choices-with-your-wardrobe/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=making-ethical-choices-with-your-wardrobe Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:31:34 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112850 With the recent rise of fast fashion trends, people have been buying more and more – leading to the mass production of clothing and various environmental impacts. This article will discuss how we can choose to be more ethical with our clothing choices – from what we buy to how much we wear.  First off, […]

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]]> The Global Issue of Climate Change https://youthareawesome.com/the-global-issue-of-climate-change/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-global-issue-of-climate-change Wed, 12 Jun 2024 22:17:39 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112675 Introduction: What is Climate Change? By definition, climate change is a long-term shift in our planet’s average temperatures and weather patterns. With humans being a dominant influence on our planet’s climate, Earth’s average temperature has increased today by an average of 1°C in the past century. As we contribute more greenhouse gases, especially from burning […]

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]]> What are earthquakes? https://youthareawesome.com/what-are-earthquakes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-are-earthquakes Thu, 09 May 2024 19:45:16 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112371 The ground is suddenly shaking and there you are wobbling left and right to keep your balance. You notice the picture frames on your mantle are shaking and the chandelier above you is swaying back and forth. This unfortunate phenomenon is called an earthquake.  An earthquake is a natural disaster that happens millions of times […]

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]]> Ways We Can Responsibly Reduce Water Usage https://youthareawesome.com/ways-we-can-responsibly-reduce-water-usage/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ways-we-can-responsibly-reduce-water-usage Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:35:21 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=112050 Why reduce our water usage? We all use water in our daily lives. Water is the single most important thing for all biological organisms to survive and thrive, so it may seem somewhat counterintuitive to restrain our water usage. Yet we hear this all the time, with the local and larger-scale governments all over the […]

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]]> Malnutrition in Our World https://youthareawesome.com/malnutrition-in-our-world/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=malnutrition-in-our-world Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:36:04 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111354 Featured Image by Petra from Pixabay A Serious Problem in Our World According to the World Health Organization, a department of the United Nations, Malnutrition is defined as “deficiencies or excesses in nutrient intake, imbalance of essential nutrients or impaired nutrient utilization.” It has been reported that about 1.9 billion adults around the world are […]

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]]> The Future of Aviation Technology https://youthareawesome.com/the-future-of-aviation-technology/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-future-of-aviation-technology Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:46:28 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111266 With technology advancements and availability happening regularly, so does our innovation towards aviation technology. If you do not know what aviation technology is, it is essentially scientific advancements towards aircraft (any vehicle capable of flight). As our population is growing, the need for transportation for both people and goods is also becoming more imperative. The […]

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]]> What we should do to protect the forests https://youthareawesome.com/what-we-should-do-to-protect-the-forests/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-we-should-do-to-protect-the-forests Sat, 13 Jan 2024 16:14:30 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=111207 A truly crucial part of Mother Nature Wild forests are some of the most important ecosystems on planet Earth. Regardless of where they are located, from the coniferous forests here in Canada to the tropical rainforests in the Brazilian Amazon Basin, forests do a great deal in providing our world with very specific needs of […]

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]]> The Ultimate Vacation: Parrotfish Poop Beaches https://youthareawesome.com/the-ultimate-vacation-parrotfish-poop-beaches/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-ultimate-vacation-parrotfish-poop-beaches Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:35:43 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110931 2.5hrs With winter break coming up, I’m sure many of us have vacations planned to go somewhere nice, like Hawaii or the Caribbean, to avoid the harsh winter weather. We’ve all heard the typical luxury tropical vacation – wooden cabins, warm and humid climate, tropical fruit, clear skies, and most importantly, spending the days on […]

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]]> A Dam Big Removal Project https://youthareawesome.com/a-dam-big-removal-project/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-dam-big-removal-project Fri, 08 Dec 2023 23:18:08 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110785   Dams. The harness for hydroelectricity, they are one of the most reliable sources of green electricity that humans have discovered. But despite being an efficient and renewable source of energy, there are several ways that dams actually damage the environment more than it helps save it. The removals of the Klamath River dams are […]

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]]> Larches: The Conifer/Deciduous Debate https://youthareawesome.com/larches-the-conifer-deciduous-debate/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=larches-the-conifer-deciduous-debate Wed, 08 Nov 2023 02:29:25 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=110032 Larch trees are a popular autumn sightseeing event. Every year, thousands of people hike into the Rocky Mountains to see these magnificent trees as their needles turn from green to gold. Have you ever wondered why? We all know from elementary school that the leaves change their colors in autumn. Then the wind whisks them […]

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]]> Planting Trees Isn’t the Future for Climate Change https://youthareawesome.com/planting-trees-isnt-the-future-for-climate-change/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=planting-trees-isnt-the-future-for-climate-change Sun, 28 Aug 2022 01:30:44 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=109124 I recently read an interesting article from the New York Times regarding how planting trees to tackle our environmental issues is a facade created by big corporations instead of developing viable and sustainable solutions to climate change. The article I am referencing is “Let’s Not Pretend Planting Trees is a Permanent Climate Solution” by Dr. […]

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]]> Reducing an Everlasting Footprint https://youthareawesome.com/reducing-an-everlasting-footprint/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reducing-an-everlasting-footprint Mon, 13 Jun 2022 03:39:21 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108697 In the present day, climate change is one of the biggest challenges we are facing as a species. Human development over the last 200 years has made it so the world is becoming dangerously close to an irreversible change, so it’s no surprise that the topic as a whole can seem overwhelming. While a real […]

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]]> Space Colonization: For Or Against? https://youthareawesome.com/space-colonization-for-or-against/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=space-colonization-for-or-against Fri, 20 May 2022 23:16:51 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108305 Hint: there’s no right answer. This has been a topic of controversy in the scientific world for decades, sparking heated ethical debates mostly involving hypothesizing about the future. Imagine your favourite sci-fi movie suddenly becoming a reality. Absurd as it is, who knows what humanity may face in a century and whether we have the […]

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]]> The Climate of Our Future https://youthareawesome.com/the-climate-of-our-future/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-climate-of-our-future Mon, 16 May 2022 04:43:37 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=108120 Uncertainty about our future has increased as a result of climate change. As its effects worsen over time, one thing is certain: we will leave the Earth to today’s children and youth, as well as future generations. The world now has 1.8 billion young people aged 10 to 24 — the largest generation of youth […]

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]]> Tackling Climate Change: The Transportation Evolution https://youthareawesome.com/tackling-climate-change-the-transportation-evolution/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tackling-climate-change-the-transportation-evolution Fri, 22 Oct 2021 19:46:27 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=104321 Our imaginations are filled with endless possibilities when we think about the world’s future. Some of us imagine a highly advanced technological world filled with flying cars or robots. In reality, our current way of life will lead us to climate change. However, we can change this outcome through a more sustainable and cleaner mode […]

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]]> The Future of Food https://youthareawesome.com/the-future-of-food/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-future-of-food Wed, 13 Oct 2021 01:57:45 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=104125 Over the past century, the average human diet has shifted drastically. And no more so than in the industrialized world. The foods more and more of us eat have become products of a globalized, industrial machine—a machine that gives us an abundance of calories at astonishingly low prices, all at the cost to the environment, […]

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]]> The “OG Environmentalists” https://youthareawesome.com/the-og-environmentalists/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-og-environmentalists Tue, 17 Aug 2021 17:04:59 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=103889 The earth’s fragility is well known by now. Thus, there has been an increase in countries attempting to implement policies to help combat climate change. For example, the infamous Paris Agreement has made an effort to set ambitious but necessary goals to help combat environmental issues, more specifically for climate change. The environment has not […]

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]]> Ocean Acidification https://youthareawesome.com/ocean-acidification/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ocean-acidification Tue, 27 Jul 2021 18:27:58 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=103767 I’ve written a fair share of environmental posts, from deforestation to climate change and plastic pollution. But, in this blog post, I wanted to write about another environmental problem, one that is not so ‘well-known’ but is nevertheless very imminent in the world today: The Problem of Ocean Acidification. What is ocean acidification? How might […]

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]]> The Future of Driving https://youthareawesome.com/the-future-of-driving/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-future-of-driving Wed, 28 Apr 2021 03:41:54 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=102425 Not self-driving cars. No flying vehicles, either.   I’m talking purely about electric cars. Conventional hybrids, plug-ins, battery electric vehicles – you name it. Many of us are starting to drive, and as the people who will run the roads of the future, it is important to consider what that future will likely look like. […]

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]]> The Climate Change Crisis https://youthareawesome.com/the-climate-change-crisis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-climate-change-crisis Sun, 28 Mar 2021 03:23:50 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=101801 Melting Polar Ice Caps. Rising World Temperatures. Ocean Acidification. These are just a few of the many pieces of evidence indicating climate change happening in our world today. Yet, we still often chose to neglect climate change and the serious consequences that it can cause in the future. This makes it of uttermost importance that […]

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