Edward Byrne: Renowned Engineer of New York’s Bridges
Edward Byrne was an American engineer celebrated for leading large-scale infrastructure projects in New York City during the early 20th century. He gained his...
The Bronx is Breathing Program
The South Bronx is a particularly sensitive topic for environmentalists across New York City. Far too many polluting industries, warehouses, and transportation hubs are...
Air Pollution in the South Bronx: Solutions in Sight
In cities, particularly New York, industrial facilities are crucial but often cause significant air pollution. Heavy trucks servicing these facilities further harm the environment....
“Orchard Beach” – The Favorite Resort of Bronx Residents
Leisure time in the Bronx can be both pleasant and eventful. The borough offers everything to satisfy even the most seasoned traveler. Visitors discover...
Waste Sorting in the Bronx
Why is it essential to sort waste and properly dispose of various types of trash? Such an approach helps reduce the number of landfills...
Organic Waste Sorting: Composting in the Bronx
According to the UN, 30% of food is wasted annually. Imagine that—about 1.3 billion tons of leftovers, expired, and spoiled products. All of this...
Rosalyn Sussman Yalow — American Inventor
The 20th century saw men dominating the scientific field, while successful women scientists, particularly in biophysics, were a rare phenomenon. This article highlights one...
Bronx and Industrial Tourism
What is “industrial tourism”? This type of travel involves exploring an area by visiting operating facilities or abandoned sites, such as factories, unfinished or...
Bronx River Pollution: Ongoing Challenges
It’s common for rivers to share their names with the towns or cities they flow through, and the Bronx River is no exception. Unfortunately,...
How Milea Estate Vineyard Wine from the Hudson Valley Reached the Bronx
As they say, "There are no coincidences." Who knows if the people of the Bronx would ever get to savor the aromatic wine from...