Want to fight climate change? Start by protecting these endangered species
Giant forest elephants and blue whales play an enormous role in climate sequestration. Can putting a financial value on that role help conserve them—and us?
Community scientists have new EPA guidelines for sampling microplastic pollution. How useful are they?
The protocol acknowledges that because "microplastics smaller than [one millimeter] in size (such as microbeads) are more difficult to find... more sophisticated technology is required to conclusively identify them."
Brazil becomes the newest country to refuse GMO imports from the United States
As of 2015 there were 38 countries that had banned GM crops.
91% of plastic isn’t recycled, new study finds
“We as a society need to consider whether it’s worth trading off some convenience for a clean, healthy environment."
Noam Chomsky: The Green New Deal is exactly the right idea
"The basic idea is, I think, completely defensible – in fact, essential."
PepsiCo and Coca-Cola sued over plastic pollution and misleading recycling claims
The legal challenge asserts that PepsiCo and Coca-Cola have falsely promoted their products as recyclable, despite knowing the significant environmental harm plastic pollution causes.
The Future of Food: 16 Most Exciting Stories for 2016
Here we have selected 16 stories that represent the most exciting food trends for 2016.
Donald Trump’s second term will be bad news for endangered ocean and coastal animals
The re-election of Donald Trump has scientists and conservationists like me worried about the wildlife and wild places we’ve dedicated our lives...
Mega farms are on the rise
Even though large farms can keep food costs low, as the human population continues to grow, we have to think about the costs to our health and the health of the animals and the environments involved.
In break with Trump’s EPA, Nevada announces plan to cut tailpipe emissions
“Clean car standards will provide Nevadans with more transportation options and much-needed relief from volatile gas prices and dirty air.”