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Environment

Water, Technology, and Western Hubris

The incredible infrastructure we’ve put in place to move resources from one place to another is just that: incredible. And that’s why we rarely think about it, and why we’ve been taking water for granted for too long.

Sara B. Pritchard

Social Justice

Whining About Labels

You may have heard about unsafe levels of arsenic in wine. That’s not really the problem it’s been made out to be, but you should still know what you’re drinking when you pick out your next bottle.

James McWilliams

Social Justice

Needed: Clean Water, Toilets, and Soap in Hospitals

A new report highlights low- and middle-income countries' need for basic hospital infrastructure and supplies.

Nathan Collins

Environment

Progress and Controversy Arrive With New Rules for Fracking on Public Lands

An initial review of rules issued by the Interior Department shows the federal government has taken important steps to protect drinking water resources, while not adopting the strictest regulations in place in some states.

Abrahm Lustgarten