Kristina Meek

An explainer on the Bay Area’s current conditions By Kristina Meek “How are we still in a drought?” you ask, dripping wet from the pop-up storm in which you just got caught. It may feel like a contradiction to be talking about watering restrictions as we wind down Florida’s rainy season. And yet, watering restrictions,

Learn about the Sabal Palm, Florida's iconic state tree, and its vital role in local ecosystems and wildlife habitats.

Find out the benefits of nature volunteering, from improved mental and physical well-being to a deeper connection with nature.

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Happy Shark Week to our cartilaginous friends. #SharkWeek #contentwriting

Understand the impact of permeable surfaces and their crucial role in water management and environmental sustainability.

Learn how a rain garden can transform your yard by redirecting excess rainwater and beautifying your landscape.

Businesses across industries are embracing environmental sustainability. In addition to the satisfaction of simply doing the right thing, they are realizing the many benefits of green initiatives. Investing in sustainability has been shown to drive…

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6 Ways Trees Improve Cities and Suburbs.

Explore effective tips for reducing plastic and making a significant impact on our environment with daily actions.

Find out how trees reduce heat in urban areas. Explore the importance of canopy cover in combating summer heat.

As much as visitors love to watch Fiona and Bibi, there’s one fun fact not everyone may know about Hippo Cove. Head to the left end of the exhibit for a peek inside the world’s most sustainable hippo exhibit. As the Greenest Zoo in America, we made…

If you’re a supporter of MAR, you’ve probably been known to hug a tree or two. You already know how important they are, so let’s talk about how we can celebrate Arbor Day and show trees some love. Trees need us now more than ever. It could be said we need them more than ever, […]

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Children's literature has a lot to teach writers of all kinds.

Encourage a love for trees in children. Uncover the benefits of nurturing kids and trees through engaging outdoor activities.

Whether you work from home or an office, you probably eat lunch! Ordering takeout or delivery comes with a lot of single-use plastic. Do you know how much you use each year? Next time you get takeout or delivery for lunch, use this calculator. Count…

If you are part of a U.S. healthcare organization, your company probably communicates continuously with the public about health and wellness. You’re there to provide your patients with valuable information, and they, in turn, are the lifeblood of…