Agricultural innovations in Merseyside. Vertical farming
Many people associate Liverpool with the port, the Beatles, fascinating city life and two famous football clubs, but not with agriculture. However, this sector...
Tidal Lagoon in Liverpool: Tidal Energy – The Key to an Ecological Future
The energy crisis, climate change, and the extinction of various plant and animal species all signal that our planet is demanding change with increasing...
George Philip is a famous cartographer and publisher of geographical maps
Many famous and distinguished individuals have worked and built their careers in the city of Liverpool. Some were born in Liverpool, while many others...
The history of beekeeping in Merseyside: from apiculture to modern technology
Beekeeping in Merseyside is a vital practice that benefits both the environment and the local community. Beekeepers contribute to the region's biodiversity, help to...
Coal mining in Merseyside
Mineral extraction in Merseyside is an important topic with strong links to the environment. Our region was once home to coal mines where many...
Cleaning Liverpool’s Old Docks — How the City Brings Water Back to Life
For Liverpool, there's a significant story that will shape the city's future. It's the story of water — the water that stagnated for decades...
Alfred Ewart, the life and career of an outstanding botanist
As liverpoolname notes, Alfred James Ewart is a famous English-Australian botanist, professor, researcher and Fellow of the Royal Society. This highly qualified scientist had...
Priscilla Susan Bury was a botanist and illustrator who loved lilies
In our previous articles, we have introduced readers to famous male scientists from Great Britain. Now, it's time for the brilliant women in science....
Developing scenarios to reduce the ecological footprint
Liverpool is rapidly moving towards its goal of becoming a net-zero carbon city by 2030. This would not be possible without the ambitious environmental...
Eco-developments in Liverpool: The Hemisphere Building
A table, a chair, a computer and, if you're lucky, a coffee maker — that was a typical office at the end of the...