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Offline mode in the Earth.fm app

We are excited to announce the release of version 1.1 of the Earth.fm app, which is available via Google Play

Behold the new orchestra! The environmental legacy of R. Murray Schafer

Raymond Murray Schafer is best known as one of the fathers of acoustic ecology and for setting up the World

Noise pollution and its impact on wildlife and ecosystem health

Noise pollution created by humans is not only a massive problem for people but for the other creatures around us,

Romanian charities on earth.fm

Here on earth.fm, as well as cherishing and sharing sounds from the natural world, we also support projects which keep

Noise pollution and its impact on human health

We, humans, make a lot of noise, and that noise takes a toll on us, as well as on the

Interview with Lars Edenius: bird watcher, photographer, and sound recordist

I came across Lars’ recordings more than a couple of years ago when I was working on some of my

Rewilding and restoration success stories revealed through sound

When we look only at cold hard facts and figures, and base judgements and decisions only on visuals or numbers,

Acoustic ecology and the World Soundscape Project

What is acoustic ecology? The discipline of acoustic ecology (or soundscape studies) originated from the work of the World Soundscape

Soundscape and acoustic ecology: The music of a changing world

Learning to simply listen can sometimes profoundly impact our lives and how we interact with the world. Understanding the acoustic

Bioremediation: healing the land, the air, and the water

If you are interested in healing damage to the environment, bioremediation is a fascinating subject. As an ecosystem restoration expert,

The Miyawaki Forest Creation Method

As recently stated in our article on reforestation and afforestation, the Miyawaki method is one strategy that can be used

Afforestation and Reforestation: The Forests of the Future

Afforestation and reforestation are recognised as key strategies for tackling our climate crisis and halting ecosystem degradation and biodiversity losses.

How to Start a Community Garden

This type of garden is wonderful for a community. They can provide food, bring people together, and create a beautiful,

Best microphones for recording nature and wildlife sounds

Originally posted on the Mindful Audio blog. What microphones should I get for nature and wildlife sound recording? – is

Increasing Self-Reliance and Living Ethically

We’re at war. Not only are we battling a global health crisis unlike any in living memory, but also against

On the Ethics of Streaming Music

These days, we no longer listen to music; we ‘stream’ it. In fact, with its global reach and wide demographic,

Great Ways to Reduce Plastic Use in Your Home

The problem of plastic is one of the major global challenges facing us today. Awareness of this issue is increasing,

Sustainable Alternatives to Garden Lawns

Most gardens will have at least some lawn. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but few of us stop

Carbon Farming: Sequestering Carbon in Plants and Soil

Our current agricultural systems are broken, and are a major contributor to the climate crisis. As well as using vast

How to Protect Yourself from Air Pollution: And Fight It Too

Many of us in the West know by now that air pollution is a global public health emergency: the images

5 Climate Change Solutions You Won’t Have Heard of: And How You Can Help

By now, most of us are guiltily aware that we should be eating less meat, reducing our food waste and

The Toxic Chemicals We’re Exposed to Every Day (And How to Avoid Them)

We’re exposed to hundreds of worrying chemicals as we go about our daily lives. There are flame retardants in our beds, sofas

A Beginners’ Guide to Farmers’ Markets

Farmers’ markets are places for purchasing local produce, and where producers can connect directly with those who eat their food.

A Beginners’ Guide to Foraging

Foraging can be a wonderful way to engage with the natural world – an important step in achieving a more

Ethical and Sustainable Christmas Trees

Christmas is coming, and all around the country ethical shoppers face a dilemma: should they get a Christmas tree and

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