ICYMI: Environmental News Roundup All the environmental news you missed in the past two months By Paul Rauber April 8, 2016
The Coal Industry is Bankrupt Coal companies are going under, banks won't lend money, mines are closing: The curtain's coming down on coal. By John Brinkley April 6, 2016 In this story: coal, dirty energy
Too Cute to Survive? The world's cutest creature is also one of its most elusive By Aliyah Kovner April 6, 2016 In this story: wildlife, endangered species, activism
The 100 Percent Clean Energy Economy Is Closer than You Think Solar panels on every roof, smart houses, and networked cars: A glimpse into the clean energy future on the horizon. By Marc Gunther April 6, 2016 In this story: clean energy, renewable energy, ready for 100, solar, electric vehicles
Mountain Bike Moment of Regret Pro tips: Remember a map, don't bike when hungover, and look before you leap By Stacy Bare April 6, 2016 In this story: survival tips, adventure
Give 'Em Shelter: 4 Backyard Homes for Birds and Bees Life's hard for critters whose habitats are getting paved over. Ease their way by providing rent-free accommodations. By Avital Andrews April 6, 2016 In this story: birds, animals, lifestyle, wildlife, buyers' guide
The Imax Film "National Parks Adventure" Commemorates the NPS Centennial The movie, featuring Conrad Anker, is a rollicking good time for the entire family By Jason Mark April 6, 2016 In this story: climbing, film
Forget "Alternative"—Renewable Energy Has Gone Mainstream Renewable energy is no longer fringe. Instead, it's the cutting edge. By Jason Mark April 6, 2016 In this story: renewable energy, activism, clean energy
Kayaking Chile's Pascua River in Search of an Untamed Landscape A journey through Patagonia explores what it means to engage in "rugged play." By Diana Saverin April 6, 2016 In this story: wilderness, saving wild places, kayaking, adventure
#ExxonKnew: The oil-and-gas giant faces new scrutiny over climate change denial State attorneys general are investigating whether ExxonMobil hid its own internal climate change science from its investors. By Jason Mark April 6, 2016 In this story: oil, dirty energy, activism, politics, climate change
Siri, Will Connected Vehicles Be Greener? Smart cars promise to be greener, too, by reducing road congestion and lowering emissions By Jim Motavalli April 6, 2016 In this story: electric vehicles, clean energy, transportation
5 Environmental Stories You Don’t Want to Miss By Noah Schlager April 6, 2016 In this story: animals, food and drink, oil, birds
Return to the Bay of Pigs An armada of kayaks returns to Cuba's famous bay 55 years after the failed invasion By Kimberley Lovato April 6, 2016 In this story: adventure, kayaking
The inner workings of the avian mind In "The Genius of Birds," Jennifer Ackerman explores new research that shows how closely bird brains resemble our own By Susan Pagani April 6, 2016 In this story: birds, books
Bufo bufo, Sex Machine What makes the common toad so common is uncommonly beautiful. April 6, 2016 In this story: photography, wildlife, science
Dr. Catlin Powers, Eco-Engineer Himalayan villagers needed a solar cooker that could perform in sandstorms and below-freezing temperatures April 6, 2016 In this story: activism, clean energy
An Electric Vehicle Buyer's Guide: Low-cost options are hitting the road It used to be that electric vehicles were prohibitively expensive for most people. Not anymore. By Jim Motavalli April 6, 2016 In this story: electric vehicles, buyers' guide
Foldable Gear for Your Outdoor Adventures Bulky gear is no fun to carry. Opt instead for these gadgets, which fold up small for easy portability. By Brad Rassler April 6, 2016 In this story: buyers' guide, lifestyle, kayaking, camping
Hike with Llamas at Virginia's Applewood Inn Llamas lead the way on trails surrounding this ecofriendly lodging By Amy C. Balfour April 6, 2016 In this story: adventure, lifestyle, travel