Environment
Where the Ocean Exhales
The Southern Ocean controls how much carbon is released into the atmosphere—and our warming world is changing it.
Biodiversity Loss Is the Greatest Menace on Earth
Craig Foster on his 3 greatest revelations while writing Amphibious Soul.
The Case for Scientific Transculturalism
Life will stand a better chance against climate change if we mix big- and small-picture thinking.
A Buffer Zone for Trees
How frosty pockets in valleys could help protect some trees against climate change.
How Melting Ice Has Altered Time-Keeping
Climate change could upend how we synchronize global clocks forever.
Sardines Are Feeling the Squeeze
Climate change and overfishing are decimating sardines in the Philippines.
A Radical Rescue for Caribbean Reefs
Can transplants help Caribbean corals avert collapse?
The Ocean Apocalypse Is Upon Us, Maybe
What we know—and don’t know—about a crucial climate tipping point.
The Invasive Species
When it comes to tinkering with nature, our résumé is a list of breathtaking mistakes.
How Much Carbon Can a Tree Really Store?
A new study says climate change is messing with the math.
