by Marie Alt
I've got to admit (and many of you already know) I tend to be a glass half empty person (repeatedly taking on well-heeled polluters and recalcitrant politicians hasn't really helped my condition), but even I can see that 2015 was a banner year for the environment. In fact, we may have ...
Earth recently hit several remarkable records — but not in a good way
The amount of carbon dioxide gas, a global warming pollutant, has risen to the highest level in at least 800,000 years. Monthly average Arctic sea ice extent in March was the lowest in the satellite record. So far, 2015 has seen ...
Earth is a constant marvel, especially for children who enjoy learning about its wonders.
As people celebrate Earth Day today (April 22), some may choose to mark the occasion by going hiking in the woods to soak in nature, while others may take the opportunity to research ways to reduce their carbo...
President Obama marks Earth Day on Wednesday by traveling to the Florida Everglades to promote his climate change agenda.
Obama is looking to "add some momentum and energy to the ongoing political debate about climate change," said White House spokesman Josh Earnest.
With Congress controlled by Re...
This Wednesday people worldwide will celebrate the 45th annual Earth Day. The party started early this past Saturday, when more than 200,000 revelers showed up for an Earth Day concert on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The event was solar powered but, unfortunately, there were not enough garb...
Earth Day, on April 22, is an important opportunity to highlight solutions to some of the world’s most pressing environmental and social challenges. In celebratio, we're highlighting organizations and individuals producing creative and innovative solutions in the food world.
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