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Outdated zoning laws are holding renewable energy back
Permitting and regulations can stand in the way of cleaner energy.
Farm workers exposed to climate change effects are demanding protections
Wildfires and hotter temperatures are making farm work—already one of the riskiest jobs in America—more dangerous.
Feeling hot? Try these eco-friendly tips for cooling down.
Staying cool might not require a giant drop in actual air temperature.
Urban sprawl defines unsustainable cities, but it can be undone
Our car-dependent cities are at the center of the climate dilemma.
New water restrictions in California show just how bad the Western drought is
By limiting outdoor watering, SoCal water officials hope to avoid future water shortages.
A guide to riding public transit more, anywhere in the country
A guide to using your car just a little bit less.
The future of American conservation lies in restoration, not just protection
Two new federal funds could share billions of dollars with local wildlife agencies to help save biodiversity.
The world is on course to experience 560 major disasters each year
Between 1970 to 2000, only about 90 or 100 disasters of this size were reported each year.
Early US wildfires signal more spring infernos to come
A dry winter and windy spring are driving an unseasonable multi-region fire season.
From pollution to dams: here’s what is plaguing America’s 10 most endangered rivers
A new report outlines what is hurting our rivers—and what populations are feeling the most pain.