Growing corn in the desert, no irrigation required
A Hopi tradition for several millennia, the practice of dry farming continues to this day. Even in areas that get only a few inches of rain per year, it’s possible to grow anything from tomatoes to zucchini, melons to squash. It’s a fantastical sight — and a vision of our climate-proofed farming future.
Growing Corn in the Desert, No Irrigation Required
By: Michaela Haas
By: Michaela Haas
The surreal sight of squash, melons and corn sprouting from the sandy ground reflects an ancient farming technique that’s newly relevant.
Wellness as a Wheel: A Comic About Whole-Person Health
By: Jess Ruliffson & Ernesto Barbieri
By: Jess Ruliffson & Ernesto Barbieri
A visual exploration of how virtually every aspect of our lives is intertwined with our health.
Saving the ‘Kidneys’ of the Great Barrier Reef
By: MaryLou Costa
By: MaryLou Costa
In Queensland, Australia, once-unlivable wetlands are attracting birds and fish while also reconnecting Indigenous youth with the land.
‘Solo Aging Doesn’t Mean Aging Alone’
By: Judith Graham
By: Judith Graham
Until recently, few resources were available for seniors on their own. Now, groups, conferences and more are springing up across the US.
A Quest for Energy Independence on a Remote Island
This week, we were drawn to stories about determined communities taking their renewable energy futures into their own hands.
According to the New York Times, thanks to a five-year effort, the invasive species has been eradicated from the country. Elsewhere, however, the battle against Asian hornets continues. Read our story to learn how ingenious electric harps are protecting honey bees from these hornets in Europe.
In Case You Missed It
By: Geetanjali Krishna & Sally Howard
Cheap, modular and shippable in easy-to-assemble flatpacks, an EV truck created by a Formula 1 race car designer is supercharging trade in countries like Rwanda.
By: Michaela Haas
Almost all the coffee we drink is made from two types of beans –– and both are threatened by climate change. Now, dozens of more sustainable species are getting their brew.