By Peter Capek Despite what we may wish were true, physics and the progress of nature continue to operate. Nature is not affected by man’s desires, but only by our actions. So when we burden the atmosphere with the gases which are the products of burning, the laws of physics naturally take effect, and climate change results. When this reality…
Let’s Act Locally for Earth Day
By Bob DeAngelis and Susan Buck Earth Day began on April 22,1970 as a large-scale grassroots demonstration, which succeeded in raising awareness about environmental issues and transforming public attitudes. Today, Earth Day activities, as reported by Earth Day Network, include more than 1 billion people, making it “the largest secular civic event in the world.” history.com Earth Day reminds us…
A Lasting and Caring New Year’s Resolution
By Bob DeAngelis, Yorktown100 As the earth circles the sun, and a new year begins, it’s a great time for renewing our commitments towards something better. This year, how about committing to learning more about our impacts on the environment and taking action to reduce them? There are many areas that each one of our households impacts: water pollution, air…
Climate Change in the Classroom
By Susan Buck & Laura KosbarPublished in Yorktown News, February 2024 Has your child or a young friend asked why the skies were orange last June, why it doesn’t snow like it used to, or even queried “What is climate change?” Have you been able to answer their questions or have you found yourself just trying to allay their fears…
