Scientists and government agencies have been studying biofuel production from algae for years. Research points toward a…
Over half the calories humans eat today come from corn, wheat and rice. Raising a greater diversity of types of crops and…
Scientists call large marine protected areas effective tools for conserving sea life. But do they benefit countries that…
Scientists have engineered sugarcane to increase its oil content and are developing renewable jet aircraft fuel from the…
Is trophy hunting wholesome sport or pointless violence? The Trump administration moved last week to allow imports of trophy…
Five years after Superstorm Sandy, we see how disadvantaged social groups suffered more from the storm before and after…
On Black Friday, November 24, outdoor retailer REI will close its stores and urge customers to #OptOutside. But a historian…
What if the world really got serious about meeting global climate goals? Doing the math on current emissions and the pace…
Although climate change threatens the world's small island nations, many can find ways to adapt and preserve their homes…
Energy Secretary Rick Perry says the US needs to subsidize nuclear and coal power plants to keep the grid stable. But this…
It's not just about rebuilding infrastructure after storms: Cities need to systematically rethink their knowledge systems…
The fate of turkey tails shows how Americans have shifted from eating whole animals to focusing on choice cuts – and the…
Yes, Puerto Rico and any other storm-vulnerable location could benefit from on-site solar and battery backup, but it's…
On Nov. 2 the White House posted a detailed climate science report without comment. The Trump administration is unlikely…
With better access to energy, women in developing nations could spend more time working or in school. But Energy Secretary…
Many countries around the world are vulnerable to wildfires, but a fire engineer warns that most are not spending enough…
When lawyers represent the interests of abused animals in the courtroom, they help human victims too.
Advocates say daylight saving time saves energy and wins wars. But studies show that injuries and illnesses rise when the…
Millions of Americans rely on public transit to get to school, work or stores, but many can't get the service they need.…
The fracking boom has led to a large increase of hydrocarbon emissions in rural areas, reversing some regional air toxics…