Maps depicting environmental degradation across planet.
Terrestrial ecoregions of North America collectively form a diverse and complex tapestry of ecosystems and habitats across the continent. These ecoregions are characterized by their unique combination of climate, geology, topography, and biodiversity.
Read MoreGlobal Fishing Watch enables anyone with an Internet connection to see fishing activity anywhere in the ocean in near real-time.
Read MoreNHALE is the first community air monitoring project in Canada. Jointly led by Environment Hamilton and Toronto Environmental Alliance with
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Which states have the most hate crimes? Via absentdata.com
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Map for Environment combines OpenStreetMap mapping tools with satellite imagery and location data of known logging, industrial agriculture, dam, and
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A law organizing the first national park, Yellowstone, was signed in 1872. Principles for selecting national parks cover natural attractions, unique ecosystems, and geological peculiarities. Nowadays the U.S. has 63 national parks. 14 American national parks are assigned UNESCO World Heritage Sites, while 21 national parks are chosen by UNESCO as Biosphere Reserves, and 8 national parks are nominated in both UNESCO lists.
Read MoreGreen and blue colors represent areas where surface water changes occurred during the last 30 years. Green pixels show where
Read MoreIn this map, the orange places are those that face the highest pressure from humans. The blue areas face the
Read More“Historically, many species moved great distances as climates changed. However, modern movements will be limited by the patterns of human-dominated
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