Environment
From deforestation to pollution, environmental challenges are growing—but so are the solutions. Our environment coverage explores the world’s environmental issues through stories on groundbreaking research and inspiring individuals making a difference for our planet.
Africa: Earth's Wild Home
Go inside the boldest conservation missions on Earth.
What Does It Take to Move 2,000 Rhinos?
A threatened herd. An audacious plan. Inside Africa’s wildest conservation gambit.
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More on climate change
How wildfires can grow deadly overnight
In the past two decades, the number of Americans at risk of experiencing a wildfire has doubled. Learn what you need to do if one is near you.
The world’s plastic pollution crisis, explained
Much of the planet is swimming in discarded plastic, which is harming animal and possibly human health. Can plastic pollution be cleaned up?
Why deforestation matters—and what we can do to stop it
Large scale destruction of trees—deforestation—affects ecosystems, climate, and even increases risk for zoonotic diseases spreading to humans.
What causes earthquakes?
Earthquakes occur more often than you think. Here’s what you need to know about where they usually happen and how they’re measured.
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