Climate Change Pushing Millions to Edge of Starvation
Climatologist Chris Funk explains his findings that long-term ocean warming has created a chain reaction that is likely to permanently dry out East Africa.
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Developing Smart Cars, Roads for a Greener Drive
Even without fancy new cars or fuels, technology now motoring off the drawing board will help you take that lead foot off the accelerator and start driving green.
Climate Change Threatens Great Lakes’ Parks
With temperatures rising and lake levels lowering, environmentalists say there's reason to be worried about the future of national parks.
How Much Does Global Warming Cost?
A new report suggests that the social cost of carbon — the economic damage done by one ton of carbon dioxide emissions — could be drastically higher than government agencies have estimated.
The Making of the Ocean Health Index
In the first of a series of stories tracking their progress in real time, three scientists explain the genesis of a global effort to present the health of the world's oceans with a single number.
‘Sky Island’: Climate Change and an Alpine Oasis
A documentary film airing on PBS looks at New Mexico’s Jemez range, and gently and sparely shows how changing climate affects these unique "sky islands."
Crazy Weather and Climate: Do Dots Connect?
In an interview with Miller-McCune.com, meteorologist Kevin Trenberth examines the world’s recently wacky weather and whether it’s a sign of climate change or just routine variability.
Climate Change, Agricultural Production and Africa’s Poor
With climate change set to wreck agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa, what will happen to the world's poorest people?
Placing the Blame for Death of Cap-and-Trade
A controversial new report suggests scientists share some of the blame for Congress’ failure to enact cap-and-trade legislation in response to climate change.
Teaching Sustainability Has Benefits for Big Business
Companies ranging from banks and defense contractors to organic yogurt makers reap benefits by creating a corps of sustainable-savvy employees.