The old forests nobody knew were there
Hidden in northern Maine, newly revealed old forests store vast amounts of carbon. But most remain unprotected on private timberland.
Mon, Jun 8, 2026
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May’s heatwaves offer early warning for workers
As cities prepare for hotter summers, protecting people on the job will require enforceable rules, local action, and workers’ voices.
Thu, Jun 4, 2026
Is “rights of nature” the right phrase?
A growing legal movement is translating older Indigenous traditions of reciprocity and responsibility into Western law – but its core terms remain contested.
Wed, May 27, 2026
What oaks teach us about biodiversity
Oak trees, with more than 430 species worldwide, help us see how biodiversity is built over evolutionary time – and why that matters as forests face climate change and ecological disruption.
Thu, May 7, 2026
The science of measuring carbon in forests and soils
As forests become more central to climate policy and carbon markets, researchers are trying to pin down how much carbon they hold above ground – and below.
Tue, Apr 28, 2026
On data centers, local vibes matter more than electricity prices – poll
New polling suggests the biggest question for many Americans is not what data centers might do to power bills. It is what they might do to life in the community.
Tue, Apr 21, 2026
What war and climate change mean for staple food prices
In 2026, conflict and climate risks are colliding, pushing up costs and exposing the fragility of the global food system.
Thu, Apr 16, 2026
Climate migration is already reshaping American cities
Are cities prepared? Worcester offers a case study.
Mon, Apr 13, 2026
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