Lauren Colella

Lauren Colella is a freelance writer and podcast producer with a background in nonprofit work. Lauren is passionate about sustainable development and policy, having completed her master’s degree in international development, and is always searching for new and interesting stories related to the environment.

Beavers Build Back Better

Ecologists are relocating "nuisance" beavers to fix degraded landscapes across the West

By Lauren Colella August 29, 2025

In this story: ecosystems, wetlands, wildfire, conservation, Gee Whiz

Who Owns the Moon’s History?

Efforts begin to protect historical spots on the moon as companies seek to commodify the celestial body

By Lauren Colella July 7, 2025

In this story: astronomy, indigenous communities, culture

Low angle view of moon over the mountains

Federal Funding Cuts Are Silencing the Wild

Mass firings may spell mass species loss as the Capitol clamps down on conservation spending

By Lauren Colella May 4, 2025

In this story: wildlife, saving wild places, federal policy, endangered species

A KIWIKIU rest on a branch