Pollution and Pretty Dresses//Revealing how prom culture quietly fuels overconsumption through clothing, transportation, and disposable trends. It raises questions about whether one night is worth the lasting environmental impact. Prom is marketed as one of the most magical nights of high school, characterized by its glamour, celebration, and lifelong memories. Social media feeds fill with glittering gowns, coordinated groups, luxury transportation, and elaborately decorated

A Decade of Action! // Reflecting on its progress, the UN’s Sustainable Development goals have officially been active for ten years now. With five years left until 2030, the push for global change is stronger than ever, and every action counts. (Photo by Caleigh Burns) This year marks the 10th anniversary of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which is a global call to action set in 2015. These 17 interconnected goals were created to address humanity’s

Bright Billboards//Blinding buildings in Las Vegas have gotten problematic. Las Vegas is a very modern and flashy tourist destination, creating many illuminated signs and other things, like the Luxor and the Sphere. All are creating detrimental effects on the environment. (Photo by Caleigh Burns) Las Vegas is famous for its dazzling lights, from the neon billboards and illuminated buildings to the notorious Luxor pyramid’s beam, which shines so brightly it can be seen from sp

Drowning in Droughts//Preserving water is extremely important when there is such a limited amount. Vegas goes to great lengths to make sure the residents have enough water, but it’s up to us to use it wisely. (Photo by Caleigh Burns) Las Vegas only sees four inches of rain a year. Yet, it powers fountains, golf courses, and a metro area of over 2 million people. So how does a desert city survive on so little? As water levels plummet and drought becomes the new normal, the cit