Environment
Bioplastics: The ‘Best Kept Secret’ in Kansas
The state of Kansas has carved out a noteworthy role in the emerging bioplastics industry.
‘This is Do or Die’: Western Kansas Farmers Push to Save the Ogallala Aquifer Before it’s Too Late
After decades of irrigation, the aquifer that makes life possible in dry western Kansas is reaching a critical point. But a new plan could save more of what’s left.
Once Endangered, Bald Eagles Flock to Missouri in December
Record numbers of bald eagles are flocking to Missouri, putting on a show at places like Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge.
Kansas City Gets Greener and the World Takes Notice
Kansas City just received an “A-” on a survey of 1,000 global cities’ environmental and climate change policies conducted by CDP, an international climate group, up from “B” a year ago.
Butterfly Effect: Dan Marschalek is More Than a Collector
Dan Marschalek’s fascination with butterflies began innocently enough. Then he learned the crucial role butterflies play as pollinators in sustaining life as we know it.