The Ask

Erica Cirino’s new book, Thicker Than Water, examines the plastic pollution crisis — and its solutions — from oilfield to landfill.

Thor Hanson’s new book explains the biology behind climate change and why some species may be better able to survive a quickly changing planet.

Marbled murrelets could benefit from a unique research project that’s uncovering information to help better protect this endangered species.

We know a lot about how wildfires can affect our physical health. New research shows there are mental health implications, too.

A project in Los Angeles could help communities that lack tree canopy and provide a much-needed tool to protect residents from dangerous temperatures.

Miami residents already live with the ramifications of climate change. That’s why organizers there have teamed up with other regions to share ideas.

A new book from ecologist Chad Hanson explains why misunderstanding fire is dangerous for communities, wildlife and fighting climate change.

Dr. Danielle Ignace has found a way to unify her Native American and Western science identities to better understand big ecosystem changes.

Residents of northeastern Oklahoma still suffer from the toxic fallout of shuttered mines. 

New legislation could help states and tribes clean up decades-old mining liabilities and restore the environment while creating needed jobs.