Three-Quarters of the Earth Has Gotten Drier
Climate change has tipped the world into long-term desiccation
By Jeffrey Kluger
Why Community Solar Is Key to the Clean Energy Transition
Over a third of Americans rent, and over half of homeowners can’t use their rooftops for solar. Community solar power can help fill this gap.
By Sarah Sax and Video by Andrew D. Johnson
Watch: Panasonic's Microwave Factory Runs Entirely on Renewables
In December 2024, Panasonic transitioned its RE100 site in Wales to be powered entirely by clean energy.
By Andrew D. Johnson
What is the Future of U.S. Climate Policy?
Climate policy discussions have hit a fever pitch as companies, advocates, and officials try to figure out the new rules of the road.
By Justin Worland
The True Cost of Black Friday
The metals contained in that sale-priced gizmo spawn huge environmental damage and fuel abuses.
By Vince Beiser
Brazil Recycling Co-ops Are Helping Turn Plastic Waste into Shoes
Sneaker brand Veja has teamed up with recycling waste workers in Brazil to breathe new life into plastic waste.
By Victoria Malloy and Video by Andrew D. Johnson
The Makers of Netflix's Buy Now on Consumerism
Nic Stacey and Flora Bagenal discuss their documentary and how to fight our shopping addiction.
By Esha Chhabra
The Immense Disappointment and Promise of COP29
No one left this year’s United Nations climate conference happy, but the talks were still an important marker.
By Justin Worland
I’m a Climate Scientist. I Refuse to Give Up Hope
We can solve the climate challenge. But I also have to acknowledge my growing worry that I’m wrong, and the remaining steep obstacles ahead.
By Peter H. Gleick
The Design Firm Making Net-Zero Buildings a Reality
Net-zero energy buildings are the exception rather than the norm. But this design firm is hoping to change that.
By Sarah Sax and Video by Lisa Nho
A World Without Rice
Rice is a critical source of food for billions of people, but the impact of climate change on the crop goes beyond its nutritional value.
By J.J. Johnson
Nations at COP29 Agree Compromise Climate Finance Deal
It’s not near the $1.3 trillion developing countries were asking for, but it’s three times the 2009 deal that is expiring.
By SETH BORENSTEIN, SIBI ARASU, MELINA WALLING and MICHAEL PHILLIS / AP
Storm System Is Expected to Arrive for Thanksgiving
Across the U.S. major storms are dumping snow and rain, with another system expected to arrive for Thanksgiving.
By NOAH BERGER and OLGA R. RODRIGUEZ / AP
Developing Nations Reject COP29 Draft Deal for Climate Cash
Developing nations are seeking $1.3 trillion to adapt to and recover from climate impacts, and transition to clean energy.
By MELINA WALLING, SETH BORENSTEIN, MICHAEL PHILLIS and SIBI ARASU / AP
The Future of Climate Action Is Trade Policy
The climate-trade nexus is an important part of the future of climate action.
By Justin Worland/Baku
Watch: How Sweden’s Sustainable Hydrofoil Ferry Shortens Travel Time
Sweden's new hydrofoil ferry is not just environmentally friendly, it's efficient too.
By Andrew D. Johnson