environment
China's Air Quality Is About to Get a Whole Lot Worse Because of Coronavirus
Authorities are suspending enforcement of environmental rules while factories make up for lost production during the coronavirus pandemic.
How Do I Eat Enough Protein in the Midst of a Climate Crisis?
Sustainability is more important than ever and animal products are bad for the planet, but the right personal choice may not involve sagely plucking a plant-based alternative off the grocery store shelf.
The Terrifying Real-Life Corruption That Inspired 'Dark Waters'
Director Todd Haynes tells us why his new film, starring Mark Ruffalo as a corporate lawyer turned environmental whistleblower, is more prescient than ever.
Watch 'Fire Country': Our New Documentary on the Aftermath of the Australian Bushfires
We visited the heart of the disaster zone, spoke to the survivors, and looked at the short- and long-term impacts of Australia's Black Summer.
No Shit, This Japanese Man Has Been Pooping Outdoors for Almost 50 Years
For “poop soil master” Masana Izawa, answering nature's call outdoors is his way of giving back to the environment.
Study Finds That Leaving Stubbed Cigarette Butts in Your Ashtray Is Really Bad for You
Researchers found that extinguished cigarettes emit toxic levels of nicotine for almost a week after they are stubbed.
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There Is No Sustainable Way to Fly
Despite what airlines promise, carbon offsets and sustainable fuels won’t negate the heavy environmental cost of air travel.
Why I Quit Being a Climate Activist
The climate movement is overwhelmingly white. So I walked away.
Coca-Cola Refuses to Give up Plastic Bottles Saying Customers Still Want Them
The sustainability officer of the world’s largest plastic polluter claims that making aluminium and glass bottles will somehow push up their carbon footprint.
Australia’s Largest Mining Company is Worried Bushfires are Affecting Coal Production
As fires continue to burn across the country, BHP claims smoke and air pollution is affecting productivity at some of its mines.
China to Phase Out Single-Use Plastics by 2025
They plan to move fast. Single-use plastic straws in restaurants will be banned by the end of this year.
A Marriage Ceremony for Rocks Is a Hotspot for Creatives in This Indonesian Village
Rocks are matched up and “wedded” at this bizarre cultural display.
