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A Bit of Wildfire Isn't Necessarily a Bad Thing
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What Losing One Million Species Means for the Planet--and Humanity
A new UN report finds that at least 1 million species are at risk of extinction. Will this finally be enough to motivate worldwide action?
It's Time to Be Honest about Seafood
If we want to eat sustainably, aquaculture has to be part of the conversation
We Can't Solve Climate Change without Nuclear Power
Renewable energy, carbon-capture technologies, efficiency measures, reforestation and other steps are important—but they won’t get us there
Indigenous Peoples Have a Critical Role in Conserving Nature
Traditional stewardship rights have shielded many of the ecosystems that are still standing
We Broke the Atmosphere; Here's a Way We Can Start to Fix It
It’s counterintuitive, but let’s temporarily increase carbon dioxide emissions in order to get rid of a more potent greenhouse gas
Why Do Some Green Activists Eat Meat?
Saying you care about the environment a bit is hollow if you’re not ready to change your diet
Climate Change Poses a Threat to Cultural Heritage
When people are forced to uproot in the face of catastrophe, they risk losing a link with their past
Global Warming: How Hot, Exactly, Is it Going to Get?
The latest climate models are giving disturbing answers
Modern Zoos Aren’t Just for Entertainment
They're animal welfare research and conservation institutions as well
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