The Bronx River: A Story of Transformation and Renewal
When we hear the name "Bronx," we often think of the borough, crime, or environmental issues, but not everyone knows that the borough was...
Crotona Park: One of the Bronx’s Largest and Oldest Green Spaces
Spanning over 127 acres, Crotona Park plays a pivotal role in the local community, offering a vital space for recreation, sports, and a connection...
Bronx Landscaping
Landscaping is an important aspect in the creation of a favorable local environment. Green plantings contribute to the improvement of air quality, perform a...
Hunter Island: A Former Island That Became a Peninsula
Sometimes, islands naturally become peninsulas over the course of centuries, but this is not one of those stories. Why wait centuries when you can...
Orchard Beach, or “The Bronx Riviera”—The Bronx’s Public Beach
Orchard Beach, also known as "The Bronx Riviera," is currently the only public beach in the borough. It hasn't always been in its prime,...
Nathaniel Lord Britton, the founder and first director of the New York Botanical Garden...
He is etched into history as a pivotal figure in American botany. A brilliant scientist, organizer, and visionary, he made invaluable contributions to the...
Why Large Power Plants in the Bronx Should Be Shut Down
Big cities offer vast opportunities for individuals but also produce significant environmental pollution from industrial operations, vehicles, and human activity. In New York City,...
Disparities in Health and Environmental Justice in the Bronx
Health is a cornerstone of our lives. Throughout life, we strive for better living conditions and good health. It’s disheartening when factors that should...
Dirty Air in New York and the Bronx
New York is a modern metropolis home to millions of people who consume vast amounts of goods and services daily. This also means the...
Pelham Bay Park: The History of New York’s Largest Park
Pelham Bay is like a green town in the middle of a bustling metropolis. It has everything you could imagine: islands and peninsulas, beaches,...