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Yes, Actually, Individual Responsibility Is Essential to Solving the Climate Crisis

Personal sacrifices are necessary, and greens should be honest about that

By Jason Mark November 26, 2019

In this story: climate change

#OptOutside This Black Friday—and Embrace the Circular Economy

Outdoors retailers “opt to act” on climate through recommerce

By Katie O'Reilly November 25, 2019

In this story: adventure

Ahead of the Pack

Novel projects bode well for conservationists, ranchers, and wolves

By Juliet Grable November 24, 2019

In this story: wolves, wildlife

Toxic True Crime

The drama of Dark Waters doesn’t get any more real-life

By Katie O'Reilly November 23, 2019

In this story: film, dirty fuels, fracking

ICYMI: Bans on Slag Bags, Arizona Cars, Eco Sin & California Fracking

A weekly roundup for busy people

By Paul Rauber November 22, 2019

In this story: climate change

Can Technology Fix Food Waste?

Or is it just a Band-Aid on a larger problem?

By Heather Smith November 21, 2019

In this story: food and drink, politics, science, climate change, recycling

Reviving an Ancient Solution to California’s Wildfire Problem

When fire is used to restore meadows in the Sierra, water flows

By James Steinbauer November 20, 2019

In this story: wildfire, forests

David Benjamin Sherry’s Besieged National Monuments

The landscape photographer talks color, identity, and at-risk spaces

By Ryan MacDonald November 19, 2019

In this story: photography

Invasive-Grass Fires Are Not Just a Western Problem

A new study shows many species of invasive grasses are increasing wildfires

By Jason Daley November 18, 2019

In this story: wildfire, forests, ecosystems, invasive species

Coal Ash Comeback

It’s headed back to drinking water and playgrounds, thanks to Trump’s EPA

By Austyn Gaffney November 17, 2019

In this story: coal ash

Is Florida the Answer to California’s Fire Problem?

A visit to the state where almost every day is a fire day

By James Steinbauer November 16, 2019

In this story: wildfire, climate change

ICYMI: New Delhi Smokes, Venice Floods, Whale Jail Closes & More

A weekly roundup for busy people

By Paul Rauber November 15, 2019

In this story: climate change

New Roads in Tongass National Forest Could Harm Bears

The Trump administration is moving ahead with an ill-advised plan

By Bjorn Dihle November 14, 2019

In this story: bears

Mexico’s “Jaguar Warriors” Risk Their Lives to Save Big Cats

A team of researchers grapple with poachers, loggers, and narcos to track jaguars

By Jeremy Kryt November 13, 2019

In this story: endangered species

L.A.'s Transit Ridership Is Plummeting

Why is the City of Angels still struggling to shake off its smoggy image?

By Chloe Zilliac November 12, 2019

In this story: public transit, transportation

L.A.'s Transit Ridership Is Plummeting

Why is the City of Angels still struggling to shake off its smoggy image?

By Chloe Zilliac November 12, 2019

In this story: public transit, transportation

Triple Amputee Todd Love Climbs Mountains With Help From Friends

A veteran and his fellow marines rediscover the joy of a shared mission

By Daniel McKay November 11, 2019

In this story: hiking

9 Ways to Drink Coffee Conscientiously

Minimize your morning Joe’s toll on the planet

By Fionn Pooler November 10, 2019

In this story: food and drink

"Erosion" Is a Dance Between Despair and Resistance

Terry Tempest Williams's new book of essays chronicles environmental and personal losses

By Jourdan Imani Keith November 9, 2019

In this story: books, climate change

Erosion: Essays of Undoing by Terry Tempest Williams

5 Key Takeaways From Kentucky’s Election

Rural outreach helped oust America’s most unpopular governor

By Austyn Gaffney November 9, 2019

In this story: politics

Latest Updates

Yes, Actually, Individual Responsibility Is Essential to Solving the Climate Crisis

#OptOutside This Black Friday—and Embrace the Circular Economy

Ahead of the Pack

Toxic True Crime

ICYMI: Bans on Slag Bags, Arizona Cars, Eco Sin & California Fracking

Can Technology Fix Food Waste?

Reviving an Ancient Solution to California’s Wildfire Problem

David Benjamin Sherry’s Besieged National Monuments

Invasive-Grass Fires Are Not Just a Western Problem

Coal Ash Comeback

Is Florida the Answer to California’s Fire Problem?

ICYMI: New Delhi Smokes, Venice Floods, Whale Jail Closes & More

New Roads in Tongass National Forest Could Harm Bears

Mexico’s “Jaguar Warriors” Risk Their Lives to Save Big Cats

L.A.'s Transit Ridership Is Plummeting

L.A.'s Transit Ridership Is Plummeting

Triple Amputee Todd Love Climbs Mountains With Help From Friends

9 Ways to Drink Coffee Conscientiously

"Erosion" Is a Dance Between Despair and Resistance

5 Key Takeaways From Kentucky’s Election

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