Why putting solar canopies on parking lots is a smart move

Solar farms are proliferating on undeveloped land, often harming ecosystems. But placing solar canopies on large parking lots offers a host of advantages — making use of land that is already cleared, producing electricity close to those who need it, and even shading cars. Read More

Could abandoned agricultural lands help save the planet?

Some researchers contend there is an opportunity for ecological restoration that could help fight climate change and stem the loss of biodiversity. Read More

How sustainable forest certification has failed

Critics say it's too easy for the timber industry to exploit loopholes. Plus, the process isn't reaching a major contributor to tropical deforestation: agricultural organizations. Read More

How satellite imagery is transforming conservation science

Now ecologists can better account for wildlife populations, deforestation and illegal mining. Read More

How food waste confuses wildlife

There's increasing evidence that piles of food waste in landfills are contributing to the decline of various animal species, as the animals eat garbage. Read More