#ecoawareness

Our oceans are the lungs of the Earth – giving us life, beauty, and balance.

Let’s come together to protect, preserve, and restore them.

In the quiet hours of a summer morning, I embarked on a pilgrimage through Derbyshire’s ancient stone circles. Across moorland and limestone, through meditation and myth, I found spaces of reflection and transformation.

These circles, scattered across the Peak District, are more than archaeological curiosities. For those who practise meditation, they offer a profound connection to the land’s enduring spirit.

The Blue Planet - David Attenborough

Another great series from Attenborough. Each episode looks at a different "type" of sea.We get to spend significant time with each of the creatures that are chosen in these different biomes.There is some truly magnificent footage at the microscopic level of tiny creatures.The standouts for me were: the killer whales; the puffins (of which there were many); and the walruses.The killer whales featured a few times but the most iconic was the taking of the seal cubs from the beach. They then played with it in the deep before it died.The easy option here would have been to personify the whale and criticize its cruel behavior.But whales aren't people and Attenborough's comments are on point. "What the purpose of this bizarre behavior is can only be guessed at." (sic.)

It was so important to remind us that we cannot treat the animals around us as if they have our moral codes.

I enjoyed the puffins in the 'Shores' episode. They were just so interesting to watch.They were also so very varied in their coloration and decorative growth.The walruses were spectacular as we got to see and understand their skin change to red from the dark browns and blacks they had been. This is because of the way they control their body temperature when in the icy water. When they are in the colony they don't need to regulate and they turn red.Some of the vision throughout was a bit grainy but it is older now.

Tidal Seas was my favourite episode. We see sharks and stingrays moving in and out of the shallows to hunt with the tide. 

Environmental science is the study of the natural world and how living things interact with their surroundings. It involves knowledge from many scientific fields, such as biology, chemistry, physics, and geography, to understand environmental processes. Scientists in this field study how air, water, soil, plants, animals, and humans affect each other. By studying these relationships, environmental science helps people understand environmental problems and find solutions that protect the planet. 🌍

Another important concept related to environmental science is the study of ecosystems. An ecosystem is a community of living things that interact with nonliving factors, such as sunlight, water, soil, and temperature. The study of ecosystems focuses on how these factors work together to support life. For example, plants use sunlight to make food, animals rely on plants or other animals for energy, and microorganisms break down waste to recycle nutrients. These interactions create balanced natural systems, which allow ecosystems to function properly. 🌱

The study of ecosystems also helps scientists understand how energy flows in nature and how nutrients cycle. Energy usually enters ecosystems through sunlight and travels through food chains and food webs as living things eat each other. Nutrients such as carbon, nitrogen, and water are constantly recycled through natural processes. By observing these processes, researchers can learn how ecosystems remain stable and how different species depend on each other to survive. 🐾

Rachel Carson: The Woman Who Gave Nature a Voice

On 27 May, let us remember one of the most influential environmental thinkers of the twentieth century — Rachel Carson. More than a scientist, Carson was a writer, conservationist, and visionary who changed how humanity understands its relationship with nature. At a time when industrial progress was celebrated without question, she courageously warned that human actions were damaging the natural world in dangerous and irreversible ways.

Today, as climate change, pollution, biodiversity loss, and ecological crises dominate global conversations, Rachel Carson’s ideas feel more relevant than ever.

🔹 Illustration as a tool for awareness – "6 gestures/6 tricks" 🖌️🌍

Art is a powerful way to raise awareness and make complex topics accessible. With my series "6 gestures/6 tricks", I explore how illustration helps transmit knowledge in an engaging way.

This visual highlights 6 fascinating facts about bioluminescence, a natural phenomenon that allows certain organisms to produce their own light. 🌊✨

Why use illustration to share knowledge? ✅ Immediate impact – A striking image captures attention and sparks curiosity. ✅ Simplified learning – Visual storytelling makes complex concepts easy to understand. ✅ Encourages sharing & discussion – A compelling illustration invites engagement.

🌍 Available in English & French to reach a wider audience.