This week we explore how folks get lured into anti-science movements. Who is vulnerable? Are these groups cults? Why do certain ‘groupthink’ people act destructively toward the rest of the world?

Conservation victories often look like moments. In reality they’re the visible tip of years — sometimes decades — of work, and we all too often fail to recognize the people responsible.

A law signed by the Trump administration could boost global crypto demand, increasing pressure on hydropower-rich countries like Brazil and Paraguay.

Train derailments and chemical disasters could happen in any community — even yours.

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

This month saw some great successes for wildlife and the climate — all made possible by decades of action and perseverance.

Plus what Maine did right (and wrong), billionaires in space, and rebranding invasive species.

Experts say the new administration can jumpstart climate protections by taking on rising methane emissions, but it won’t be easy or quick.

The Trump presidency may finally be over, but the damage it did will persist and echo — even as President Biden takes rapid action to repair some of his predecessor’s environmental damage.

An agency insider looks at a history of failure and sees long-delayed opportunities for change and progress.