Culture

To plant a tree is to affirm one’s faith in the future, while at the same time reckoning with the sadness inherent in the comparative brevity of a human lifespan.

From a collection set in a landfill to an author’s cultural exploration of a critically endangered species, these books celebrate Earth and mourn its destruction.

Climate change, drought, and fires — all caused or worsened by human activity — are rewriting the future of ancient Sonoran saguaros.

As teams travel thousands of miles to compete, the cost to the planet rises. But sports offer a unique opportunity to advocate for sustainable experiences.

The season brings important new books by climate scientists, conservationists, activists, and novelists.

Our culture has moved away from a fascination with the greenery around us. Experts warn that “plant blindness” could come with a cost.

The Canadian photographer travels to remote areas to explore identity and our relationship with nature.