Earth Day turns 41, now what?
Earth Day is usually accompanied by two divergent approaches: One is the nice, feel-good style of school observances; the other is vaguely or explicitly apocalyptic.
The people of Japan are in our hearts
We extend our deepest sympathy and solidarity to the people of Japan in the unfathomable tragedy that is still unfolding, and we think about the wider implications.
Lurching toward the peak
While much of the talk about "peak oil" can be dismissed as hysterical catastrophizing, there is an underlying reality that humankind must come to grips with.
"Rally for Coal": which way for West Virginia?
The EPA vetoed the permit for the Logan County mine, a symbol of the debate over mountain top removal mining that has been embroiled in litigation since 1998.
Spin, baby, spin: Connecticut debates wind turbines
Connecticut prepares for debate between "Drill, baby, drill" or "Spin, baby, spin," wind turbines vs. fossil fuels.
Coyotes in the city: lessons for 2011
As we look ahead to the new year, coyotes wandering around Chicago offer some lessons to keep in mind.
Investing in clean transportation could create 3.7 million jobs
Comprehensive energy and climate policies, and infrastructure spending on clean transportation, could create 3.7 million jobs in the U.S., a new study shows.
Loopholes in climate accord threaten death of coral reefs by 2100
It doesn't seem as if the big industrial nations are serious about trying to halt global warming.
“The Pipe” offers antidote to toxic “Superman”
WARNING: "Waiting for Superman," the new film by David Guggenheim, might be injurious to public education.
Metal musicians fight for better world
In recent years, musicians have begun to weigh in on important social, economic, and especially environmental issues.
