Author Archives: ECN Staff

Enviromental News, Environment, Safety, Health, STEM Education

Future of STEM Education: Trends Shaping Learning for Tomorrow

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30
Apr

In the ever-changing world of education, the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) are undergoing incredible changes. STEM subjects are the foundation of current and future innovations in a variety of industries. Advances in STEM fields and technologies require the reshaping of academic programs and development of new teaching techniques. Let’s explore six […]

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Enviromental News, Environment, Safety, Health, LED Property Lighting

Streetlight Installation, Past and Present. Safety and Inclusion

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Streetlight installation along a busy road.
24
Apr

In cities and urban areas, streetlight installation is considered essential for illuminating roadways, parking areas, and sidewalks. Traffic engineers understand that streetlighting or area lighting enhances community safety, but its installation has not always been equally applied. The importance of professionally planned streetlight installation that includes distribution, and maintenance extends beyond area illumination. It also […]

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Enviromental News, Environment, Safety, Health

East Coast Earthquake of 2024. Natural Disaster Alert for the Tri-state Area.

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East coast earthquake. Red pin showing epicenter.
11
Apr

On April 5th, 2024, residents in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and beyond experienced a moderate earthquake. A natural phenomenon that is unusual for the U.S. east coast. Measuring magnitude 4.8 on the Richter scale the widespread shaking fortunately only caused minor damage. Although the physical ramifications were negligible the psychological effect of the ground […]

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Enviromental News, Handheld LED Lighting

Magnetic Force: Powering the Planet and Shake Rechargeable Flashlights

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Magnetic Force inside a Fusion Reactor
28
Mar

Physicists define magnetic force as an invisible field of energy between electrically charged particles. It is responsible for the action of electric motors, conventional power generation, and is essential in concentrating high energy plasma to produce and contain a fusion reaction. Commercial nuclear fusion power is advancing towards reality. Fusion will change human civilization, and […]

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STEM Education

Enhancing Student Engagement: Universal Design Learning Strategies

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Enhancing student engagement universal design for learning
21
Mar

To enhance student engagement the Curricular Design and Professional Learning (CAST) organization created the Universal Design for Learning Program. Referred to as UDL, “the program guides the design of learning experiences to proactively meet the needs of all learners. The goal is for all learners to become “expert learners.” Expert learners are purposeful and motivated, […]

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Enviromental News

2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Intense Global Implications

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Atlantic Hurricane Satellite Image
14
Mar

The anticipation surrounding the upcoming 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is marked by forecasts predicting extreme tropical storm activity. Experts point to the transition from El Niño to La Niña weather pattern as a significant factor driving this forecast. Supporting the prediction is historical weather data showing La Niña typically reduces upper atmosphere wind shear, fostering […]

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Enviromental News

Migratory Species Decline: The Effects of a Slowing AMOC.

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Blacktip shark gathering is warm ocean waters.
28
Feb

The global decline of migratory species as reported in The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) requires international attention. A recent United Nations report highlights a decline that transit country boundaries by air, land, and sea. Nearly half of the world’s wildlife population is threatened due to various conditions like […]

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Environment, Safety, Health, Handheld LED Lighting

Shake Flashlight Demand Following Japan’s Noto Peninsula Earthquake

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Rescuers survey earthquake damage.
12
Feb

A rising demand for shake flashlights by Japan emergency responders is taking place because of a devastating 7.6-magnitude earthquake that hit Japan’s Ishikawa on January 1, 2024. The quake caused at least 232 confirmed deaths, with Wajima City severely affected. The popular Wajima Morning Market suffered extensive damage, resulting in additional casualties. The earthquake caused […]

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Environment, Safety, Health, Handheld LED Lighting, Off Grid

Electrical Blackout Meal Preparation. Cooking the Old-fashioned Way. 

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Fallen tree across powerline creates electrical blackout
31
Jan

A power outage for many Americans means hardship. Especially when it comes to cooking a meal. In the past, toasters, microwaves, and electric ovens didn’t exist, yet people successfully cooked hearty, flavorful meals for their families. Tasty meal preparation during an electrical blackout can be a simple and enjoyable experience.  Electrical cooking appliances ended daily […]

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Battery Technology, Enviromental News, Environment, Safety, Health

Lithium Mining: Environmental and Social Impact of Mineral Extraction

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Lithium mineral presentation in periodic table, ore, and batteries
23
Jan

Lithium mining is becoming the gold rush of the 21st century. Lithium is in high demand as consumers gravitate to electric vehicles and power banks that store electricity generated from solar panels and wind turbines. Picture this, a vast expanse of 750,000 acres in the middle of Chile’s Atacama Desert. Vibrant blue and yellow ponds […]

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