How Political Instability Undermines Protected Areas
A new study shows that good governance is critical for conservation success.
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Should We Fight Invasive Species With Genetic Engineering?
Why one scientist changed his mind on using gene drives for conservation.
Save the Beavers, Save the Ecosystem
Conservation groups are threatening to use legal action to prevent the continued culling of the animal by Wildlife Services.
How to Create a 21st-Century Civilian Conservation Corps
Representative Marcy Kaptur, the dean of Ohio's congressional delegation, has a plan to fix the public lands.
How Tracking Technology Is Being Used for Shark Conservation
Environmental groups are following the movements of fishing vessels and sharks to decrease the unintentional killings of the marine predators by fishnets.
Backed by Industry Cash, the House Committee on Natural Resources Hands the Public Lands to Oil and Gas Interests
Nineteen Republicans voted the Secure American Energy Act out of committee this month. They've collectively received millions from oil and gas interests.
Why Ryan Zinke’s Plan to Raise Entrance Fees to National Parks Will Do Little to Actually Benefit National Parks
The secretary of the interior wants to raise user fees at the national parks. His proposal will hurt all but the wealthiest Americans, and it won't work.
How Trump’s Proposed Budget Could Harm Wildlife Conservation
The U.S. reducing funding for global conservation efforts would result in serious ramifications for vulnerable species and communities.
How Do We Stop Ships From Fatally Striking Migrating Whales?
Fatal collisions between ships and blue whales are far too common. Luckily, there are scientists creating new technology to fix that.
Can a Team of Architects and Planners Fix New York City’s Trash Problem?
The Zero Waste Guidelines are aimed at helping the city reach its goal of sending no garbage to landfills by 2030.