Ideas

Many messages about saving energy use multiple arguments to make their case. But our research suggests that may actually be the wrong approach.

The Pantanal in South America is critical for fighting climate change and protecting endangered species. The race is on to protect it.

Juli Berwald’s book Spineless: The Science of Jellyfish and the Act of Growing a Backbone is beautiful, scientific exploration of the much-maligned, but ecologically important, jellyfish.

Climate change and the extinction crisis resonated with our readers this year — as did steps toward solving these problems.

Beavers, sharks, whales and the Trump administration — our writers took on some heavy topics this past year.

This year the Trump administration and its corporate cronies seemed determined to roll back every environmental protection, but next year may be the start of a new story.

People often think of urban landscapes as concrete dystopias, but the future may reside in cities that can sustain both people and nature.

Check out this podcast for tips on protecting wildlife and plants in your community.

Paige Embry’s new book gives a rare look at the often-overlooked world of America’s native bees.

At the same time, reporters should be cautious not to oversell small and dubious solutions, as one recent case illustrates.