Rainwater harvesting is the process of collecting, storing, purifying and conveying rainwater. Rainwater harvesting is cost efficient and conserves water and energy. Collecting rainwater reduces…
Protecting Endangered and Vulnerable Species with IoT
In a previous article, we discussed how IoT is working to protect dwindling bee populations. Further conservation efforts powered by IoT are taking place around…
IoT Combats Deforestation
Forests are vital as animal habitats, as well as for carbon dioxide absorption. Illegal logging is one contributing factor to the degradation of the world’s…
The Queen Bee of IoT
The food chain relies on honeybees as crucial pollinators. Disease, pollution and global warming are threats to bee populations, but steps are being taken to…
Smart Parks: The Benefits of Combining Technology and Natural Spaces
Drawing visitors to open spaces and justifying city spending are two challenges facing public parks. IoT and connected technologies can equip public areas with the…
Sealevel on Sustainability: The US National Park System
Many of Sealevel’s team members relish time in nature as a way to refuel, reenergize and refresh. Our employees have completed, or will accomplish, many…
Snuffing Fires: Technology is Smokey the Bear’s Eyes and Ears
The American West is burning. By July 2018, 1.1 million acres of land had burned in 10 states from wildfire activity that began in June.…
Oh Tannenbaum: A Forestry Friday for Christmas Trees
Celebrators of Christmas argue about their traditions: white lights versus colored lights; angel versus star topper and wrapped versus bagged presents. However, almost everyone agrees:…
Forestry Friday Spotlight: Corporate Responsibility for Restoring Ecosystems
The tragedy of Sierra Leone’s mudslides — which killed over 200 people earlier this week — is a severe reminder that we have a responsibility…