Ideas

Addressing environmental threats in Antarctica could help spur global action, an expert says.

Even protected places face threats from climate change and encroaching development. 

But there are steps we can take to bring nature to our communities and empower them to protect it.

A misguided attempt to control mosquito populations has nearly driven this tiny fish to extinction.

An important new survey — the first nationwide test of new technology — also reveals critical conservation priorities.

The nonprofit Adventure Scientists unites skilled outdoors people with scientists to help drive critical conservation work.

The Biden administration’s new “polluter pays” tax offers a welcome boost for Superfund cleanup efforts, but it leaves out one key industry.

A new book looks at the “dark underbelly of our favorite fish” and urges regulators and businesses to better protect wild salmon, coastal ecosystems and consumers.

Fishing subsidies threaten ocean health and food security. The World Trade Organization has a plan to address that, but implementation must come quickly.

A small circle of industry insiders controls crucial decisions about energy projects. New changes — if done right — can offer communities a seat at the table.