Pinpointing the biggest pollution hotspots helps to design more targeted ways to deal with plastic waste.

Climate change will move and reduce the land suitable for growing food and timber, putting the production of these two vital resources into direct competition,

It’s rare to see both Nina’s at the same time, but both appeared to be developing in August 2024. That could help soften hurricane season, but don’t bet on it.

Humans rely on a very narrow selection of plant and animal food products – but more diversity could boost local and regional economies.

Better measuring standards, more responsibility for producers and an end to single-use products are all positive steps. But the US has not yet endorsed a cap on plastic production.

Better measuring standards, more responsibility for producers and an end to single-use products are all positive steps. But the US has not yet endorsed a cap on plastic production.

We should consider what our society is doing to the planet not just during our individual lifespans but over the long term.

The global average temperature could continue to hover around 1.5°C for several years.

Phrases like ‘climate crisis,’ ‘climate emergency’ or ‘climate justice’ might seem to escalate the urgency, but a large survey shows they don’t help and may actually hurt.

With Debby’s storm track, much of the East Coast is forecast to get soaked. Climate change also plays a role in the downpours.