Research Guides: Environmental Science: Environmental Science

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Searching Google

Google can be pretty easy to use, but sometimes it's hard to tell the useful websites from the fluff. If you decide to use Google to find information, it's important to think about when, why and how each website was created. Develop your skeptical eye!

Here are some tips:

The CRAAP Test! It's a way to quickly evaluate the information you find. You can use the CRAAP test to judge all types of information, from websites to academic journal articles.
Look for websites that end in .edu or .gov. These sites are sponsored by educational or governmental organizations, so the information in them is more likely to be reliable.
Remember, whether a source is "valid" depends on the context. We are all "authorities" in one way or another, particularly when it comes to our own lived experience.

Environmental Science Database

Search our Journal Database here:

Environmental Websites

Earth Trends
Based on the World Resources series, EarthTrends is a free on-line resource that highlights the environmental, social, and economic trends that shape our world. The site offers the public a comprehensive collection of vital statistics, maps, and graphics for more than 200 countries.
The Encyclopedia of Earth
Expert-reviewed information about the Earth. For everyone.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
United States Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. Department of Energy
The mission of the Energy Department is to ensure America’s security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.
NASA Global Climate Change
Vital Signs of the Planet
National Archives - Environment
The National Archives - Environment collects and preserves old documents, posters, images and more on environmental incidents and issues.
U.S. Geological Survery
The USGS (U. S. Geological Survey) serves the Nation by providing reliable scientific information to describe and understand the Earth; minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters; manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources; and enhance and protect our quality of life.
International Union for Conservation of Nature
Provides news and resources useful to those studying or working in the conservation field.
Environmental Performance Index
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Items in Library

Sustainable/ Green Building

Pollution

Conservation

Global Warming

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