Justin Smarsh, a resident of Cherry Tree, Pennsylvania, once found solace and recreation on the rivers and in the woods […]
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The Summer the American Water Crisis Turned Real
This story was originally published by WIRED and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Two high-profile […]
New Orleans Faces Record Mardi Gras Trash Amidst Shifting Traditions and Enforcement Challenges
New Orleans is grappling with an unprecedented surge in Mardi Gras waste, with recent festivities generating more trash than ever […]
A Silent Struggle for Survival: Illinois Agencies Clash Over Endangered Species Protections
In the delicate ecosystems of southern Illinois, the presence of the bigeye shiner, a small freshwater fish, has long served […]
The War in Iran Triggers Global Energy Realignment: A Reckoning for Fossil Fuels and a Boost for Renewables and Nuclear Power
For nearly half a century, the scientific consensus on addressing global warming has been unequivocal: a decisive shift away from […]
The Unseen Migration: Citizen Scientists Chart Amphibian Journeys Amidst Climate Challenges
On a cool, damp Tuesday evening in April, under a sky threatening rain, a typically quiet stretch of road in […]
USDA Proposed Line Speed Increases Spark Worker Safety, Public Health, and Environmental Concerns
In February, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) initiated a regulatory process that has ignited significant debate and drawn […]
Indigenous Guardians of Nature Receive Scant Climate Funds Despite Vital Role
Billions of dollars have been pledged by the international community to combat the escalating climate crisis, yet a stark reality […]
Indigenous Guardians of Nature Receive a Fraction of Climate Funds Despite Global Recognition
Billions of dollars have been pledged to combat the escalating climate crisis, yet a stark disparity exists: virtually none of […]
The Unexpected Joys and Frustrations of Gardening: A Look at Zach Galifianakis’s New Netflix Series
The late-night assault on a San Francisco garden, a scene familiar to many urban cultivators, recently provided a vivid, albeit […]