Mining

Pesticides, sewage, mining waste, air pollution and trash — these new books address the toxic elements in our society.

The pressures of climate change and human land use could lead to the disappearance of unique biodiversity and vital ecological services.

Ecuador’s Los Cedros Reserve, one of Earth’s most biodiverse habitats, could be wiped out by mining. A court case could save it — and set a precedent for the planet.

Scientists have rediscovered the endangered Mindo glassfrog, which hasn’t been seen in decades. And it’s just one of many remarkable species they’ve found in an at-risk habitat.

A vulnerable culture living in a severely degraded section of the Colombian Amazon is in desperate need of international respect and support.

This month brings important new books by Naomi Klein, photographer Joel Sartore, Jonathan Safran Foer and water activist Maude Barlow.

Settler colonialism in Arizona is ongoing. It continues to harm both the planet and indigenous peoples.

Trump’s proposed budget wipes out funding for numerous programs devoted to climate change, public lands and sustainable energy.

Global Witness calls the murders part of “the ruthless scramble for natural wealth.”