Climate Change

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

Most of the world’s countries support these global agreements on conservation and pollution, but the United States is noticeably absent.

A new study identifies threats facing dozens of bat species in areas of the world that are predicted to get hotter and drier.

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

Credit-rating agencies say they can discipline companies that behave badly, and they have in some cases, but research reveals negligible progress.

The deadliest weather event is often the most overlooked.

Efforts to broaden local participation for the conservation of this rare cat are currently ongoing across its global range.

Climate change came for Portland, showing us that the worst is already here — and we can’t afford to ignore it any longer.

The Western drought has exacerbated a water crisis, years in the making, that threatens the health of millions of birds — and so much more.

The month’s best (and worst) environmental news, along with other stories, science and context you don’t want to miss.