The Magazine of The Sierra Club
New Science Recognizes the Plight of Emperor Penguins
Advancements in research reveal that this species faces a dire future in a warming world
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Time Outdoors Is the Answer to the Mental Health Crisis We See in Kids Today
Nature is calling, but our kids are wearing noise-canceling headphones. We can help them listen.
Federal and State Leaders Turn Their Backs on Pollution Monitoring
Local community members are stepping in to fill the void left by federal and state governments
How to Choose Last-Minute Flowers This Mother’s Day
These alternatives to traditional stem-cut flowers are ethically sourced and reduce emissions
Food Rescues Step In as Communities Face Slashed SNAP Benefits
After Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act led to the largest cut in SNAP history, these organizations are helping combat food insecurity
Where Have All the Bees Gone?
The mystery surrounding a mass die-off frustrates beekeepers and the bee industry
Republicans in Congress Push “Climate Shakedown” Bill That Permanently Shields Big Oil From Accountability
Climate advocates say the new bill would give the fossil fuel industry a "get out of jail free card"
Data Centers Have a PFAS Problem
While air and noise pollution are common concerns, little is known about PFAS contamination from the AI buildout
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The War in Iran Has Precipitated the Biggest Energy Crisis Since the 1970s
But this time, countries are plotting a course away from oil, gas, and coal to renewable energy
Data Centers Are Hogging This Town’s Water
A lawmaker wants to commandeer water access to quench the growing thirst of Big Tech
Can the Colorado River Survive 2026?
This mighty river’s water levels are approaching dangerous lows, which could impact millions of people
Cute, Cuddly, and Wild: It’s Coyote Puppy Season
And they’re denning in a city near you
Advocacy Groups Step In Where the Federal Government Won’t
Community-led public hearings offer concerned citizens a voice on the Roadless Rule
Ready for Less Screen Time and More Nature Time? Try WWOOFing.
A network of organic farms offers volunteers a chance to connect with the land, and one another
How Language Shapes the Fight Over Wolves
Word choice and framing can have a major impact on conservation outcomes
Glowing Plankton Light the Way
A nighttime kayaking trip leads to a world of one-cell wonders
Baja’s Gray Whales Were a Conservation Success Story. Because of Global Warming, Everything Could Change.
A legacy of ecotourism and the economy that depends on it are also at risk
17 Empowering Earth Month Reads for Kids
Grounded in real science, these picture books will spark wonder—sans climate anxiety
4 National Parks to Visit on Earth Day and Beyond
These protected public lands are perfect for spring and summer exploration
How Americans Could Lose Their Voice in the Push to Build Big Projects
Efforts to update the National Environmental Policy Act put its future in doubt
