To Cool Cities, Build Them Tall and Shiny
A jungle of reflective skyscrapers will usually be better off than a low-lying district of similarly shaped townhouses.
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The War on Organized Environmental Crime
A recent report outlines new strategies that could be used to save the environment from criminal syndicates.
We Can Afford to Meet the World’s Climate Goals
The world needs to be spending $800 billion a year more on clean energy if it's to meet international climate goals. Given the $500 billion a year we already spend on fossil fuel subsidies, it should be within reach.
Why Ebola Is Winning
In the fight against the latest Ebola outbreak, underfunded medical workers in West Africa are logistically outmanned.
The Ongoing Mental Health Benefits of Neighborhood Diversity
Diverse neighborhoods, it turns out, aren’t just conducive to hipsters.
Malaria Parasites Can Control Your Scent
A new study shows the smells can both attract and repel mosquitoes at different stages of the disease. The results might help us fight back.
Why Don’t We Manage the Ocean Like We Manage Land?
Scientists are arguing for a radical new approach to marine planning in tropical coastal environments.
What Will 2025 Look Like?
If modern research trends continue, this is what some experts say the future holds.
‘House’ Fans Are Scared of the Wrong Diseases
People who watch medical dramas like Grey’s Anatomy and House are more likely than non-watchers to be fatalistic about cancer and to underestimate the importance of chronic illnesses.
Americans Want Elected Leaders Who Act on Climate Change
Members of Congress who oppose climate action are out of touch with most American voters. But they are in touch with the noisy members of the misinformed Tea Party clan.