Warming oceans and changing marine ecosystems threaten this spectacular, canopy-forming kelp that creates underwater habitats and food sources for many other organisms.
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Most Agree Fungi-Based Food Is a Greener, Meat-Like Protein
Survey says majority agree fungi-based foods are sustainable meat alternatives with a protein profile that’s similar to meat, despite knowledge gaps around the reasons why.
Survey says majority agree fungi-based foods are sustainable meat alternatives with a protein profile that’s similar to meat, despite knowledge gaps around the reasons why.
The ‘Unfair’ Job of Being a Conservationist in a World Working Against Nature
Jessie Panazzolo was given a stuffed gorilla when she was 3, and from then on, she always wanted to be a conservationist.
Jessie Panazzolo was given a stuffed gorilla when she was 3, and from then on, she always wanted to be a conservationist.
Book Review: The Case for Hope in Saving the World’s Birds
In “The Return of the Oystercatcher,” Scott Weidensaul examines bird conservation successes as some populations rebound.
In “The Return of the Oystercatcher,” Scott Weidensaul examines bird conservation successes as some populations rebound.
French PR Executive Behind Facebook Network Spreading Heat Pump Hate
A string of inauthentic accounts compare clean heating technology to a “lawn mower that never stops” and depict installers as “environmental fraudsters” and “swindlers”.
A string of inauthentic accounts compare clean heating technology to a “lawn mower that never stops” and depict installers as “environmental fraudsters” and “swindlers”.
World’s Wealthiest Drive Two Thirds of Global Warming Since 1990
A study examining the wealthiest people in the USA and China reveals that the world’s richest 10% are responsible for two-thirds of global warming since 1990.
A study examining the wealthiest people in the USA and China reveals that the world’s richest 10% are responsible for two-thirds of global warming since 1990.
Fighting for the ‘Luxury’ of Air in Kentucky’s Worst Region for Pollution
To boot, she breathes some of the worst air in Kentucky, according to a report released Wednesday.
To boot, she breathes some of the worst air in Kentucky, according to a report released Wednesday.
Plastic Bag Bans: What Happened After COVID-19? (2026 Update)
Plastic bag bans are policies and laws that prohibit or limit the use of single-use plastic bags, part of an attempt to curb and reduce plastic waste and environmental degradation.
Plastic bag bans are policies and laws that prohibit or limit the use of single-use plastic bags, part of an attempt to curb and reduce plastic waste and environmental degradation.
The Columbia River Is Polluted. Are Fish Farms Making It Worse?
Environmental groups are suing one of the largest seafood companies in the country over alleged aquaculture pollution to the Columbia River.
Environmental groups are suing one of the largest seafood companies in the country over alleged aquaculture pollution to the Columbia River.
The Skylines of the Future Will Be Made of Wood
Laminated timber is more environmentally friendly than steel, and perfectly safe for constructing tall buildings.
Laminated timber is more environmentally friendly than steel, and perfectly safe for constructing tall buildings.
Insects Are Disappearing — Here’s How to Help
The world depends on healthy insect populations. As climate change and other threats cause their declines, simple actions can give them a much-needed boost.
The world depends on healthy insect populations. As climate change and other threats cause their declines, simple actions can give them a much-needed boost.
How Saving Birds Protects the Planet: Interview With Author Scott Weidensaul
But birds also serve as a handy, readily apparent barometer for when things are starting to go right, too, he argues, in a new interview at Mongabay.
But birds also serve as a handy, readily apparent barometer for when things are starting to go right, too, he argues, in a new interview at Mongabay.
Agroecology Urged as Mideast Crisis Deepens Food Insecurity
Food security experts say adopting agroecology methods can cushion the blow
Food security experts say adopting agroecology methods can cushion the blow
How Deforestation Opens the Door for Diseases
Clearing forests for agriculture isn’t just an environmental issue, it’s a growing threat to biodiversity and public health.
Clearing forests for agriculture isn’t just an environmental issue, it’s a growing threat to biodiversity and public health.
10% of the Ocean Is Protected. Now Just 20% More to Go
While overall coverage is important, protection levels vary widely. For instance, only about 3.3% of the ocean is currently classified as fully or highly protected — and that number may even decrease.
While overall coverage is important, protection levels vary widely. For instance, only about 3.3% of the ocean is currently classified as fully or highly protected — and that number may even decrease.
In Nebraska, Wildfires Are Turning Cattle Ranching Into a Tricky Business
Nearly a million acres in the state have burned this year. One expert calls it ‘a new kind of wildfire era.’
Nearly a million acres in the state have burned this year. One expert calls it ‘a new kind of wildfire era.’