precision farming

A solution to feeding the world.

George Washington University

Precision farming is an innovative method that uses upcoming technology to help feed an extra 2+ billion people by the year 2050.

Precision Farming at Harborview Farms

Blog by Gabe Salkin

Mary Ellen McIntire

Self-driving combines? Check. A solar array that powers the whole farm? Check. A whole new philosophy to bring environmentalists and farmers together? Check.

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California's struggle to capture record rainfall makes the case for green infrastructure

Mia Rosenblatt

George Washington University

California was recently flooded with extreme amounts of rainfall, which highlighted the state's struggle to adequately capture and manage the water.

Hooked on fishing: Hains Point fishers discuss the regulations surrounding their favorite pastime

Hannah Loder

George Washington University

This short documentary explores fishing of the Potomac River in Washington D.C., where regulations allow fishers to consume portion of their catches, despite warnings from local river-keepers.

Revival in a refuge: A 55-years labor of love

Harrison R Watson

Princeton University

This photo essay explores the conservation accomplishments of the Friends of Roger’s Wildlife Refuge, a New Jersey wetlands preserve home to birds and loved by birders.

The gas stove debate

Medill News Service

Northwestern University

Kailia Nichols reports for Medill News Service on the gas stove controversy and the environmental impacts of an almost ubiquitous kitchen appliance.