The Magazine of The Sierra Club
February Astronomical Highlights: Meteors and the Dawn of the Planets
What doesn’t happen this month is just as interesting as what does
In this story:
astronomy
Latest Updates
ICYMI: Hot-Pink Squirrels, Blue-Eyed Coyotes & Killer Drones
A weekly roundup for busy people
In this story:
climate change
Low-Carbon Diets Are Good for the Planet, and Your Health
A new analysis shows eating lower on the food chain benefits habitat and health
The Overstory: The Mighty Mississippi
Season One, Episode Four
What PG&E's Near-Bankruptcy Can Tell Us About the Future
This deluge of climate disasters is a sign of what’s to come for utilities
In this story:
climate change
What Is the Environmental Impact of Hair Dye?
The answer isn't black and white
In this story:
health
Climate Could Hit a Tipping Point Sooner Than You Think
The planet’s ability to uptake carbon could decline after 2060
In this story:
climate change
ICYMI: Lunar Cotton, Wayward Polar Bear, Big-Ass Shark & More
A weekly roundup for busy people
In this story:
climate change
This Winter's Top 5 Wildlife Webcams
Cozy up by the fire and watch these critters navigate the cold
In this story:
wildlife
“Land Gets Stolen. That’s How It Works.”
What happened at the Lincoln Memorial proves most Americans are still not hearing the Native American experience
In this story:
indigenous communities
The GOP’s “Modified Limited Hangout” on Climate Change
Outright denial is no longer cutting it, so the new mantra is "innovate"
How Long Can We Go Without Prosecuting Polluters?
The EPA is letting criminal pollution slide
What's the Best Way to Recycle Packaging Tape?
Check with your local recycler for starters
Endangered Species Act Is Working for Sea Turtles and Marine Mammals
New assessment shows landmark legislation helping dozens of species survive
In this story:
endangered species
ICYMI: Zombie Birds, Fallen Foxes & Children of Orcas
A weekly roundup for busy people
In this story:
climate change
What the Government Shutdown Means for Food, Farmers, and Eaters
It’s affecting food prices, beer, 2019’s growing season, and more
In this story:
politics
Is Organic Produce Imported From Overseas Fumigated?
Nope: Fumigated products may not be sold as “organic” in the US.
In this story:
food and drink
One Woman’s Two-Wheeled Escape From Iran to North America
As Maria Rasouli learned, there’s no shame in cycling in a skirt
In this story:
biking
What We Talk About When We Talk About Milk
Inside the rise—and semantic battles—of plant-based dairy products
In this story:
food and drink
