Author: Michael Thompson

The lack of a federal mandate for renewable electricity in the U.S. has led to individual states creating their own clean energy policies. A recent study by researchers from Georgia

In 2019, a UN report highlighted the urgent need to change how we grow and ship food to combat climate breakdown caused by the destruction of Earth’s forests. Meeting the

Tortilla chips and fresh salsa are delicious on their own, but growing the ingredients in a sustainable way can make them even more appealing. Researchers have discovered that cilantro, bell

Walking sharks, also known as epaulette sharks, have fascinated scientists and divers for their unique ability to walk along the ocean floor using their fins. A recent study has revealed

In the hot summer weather, people who spend time outdoors, like athletes, landscapers, and beachgoers, can benefit from a cooling fabric. Researchers have developed a chalk-based coating that can cool

The human population is growing, leading to an increase in the overlap between humans and animals on Earth’s land by 2070, a study from the University of Michigan reveals. This

This week at the UN climate summit (COP26), Conservation International launched the “Hear me while you can” campaign, inviting you to explore the soundscapes of ecosystems around the world. As

Researchers at McGill University have developed a groundbreaking process that uses sunlight to convert harmful greenhouse gases into valuable chemicals, offering a sustainable solution to combat climate change and support

In the Philippines, fishermen and green sea turtles coexist on a small island, showcasing a successful balance between conservation and livelihoods. The endangered green sea turtle was once hunted, but

An artificial photosynthesis system developed at the University of Michigan can efficiently bind carbon atoms together to produce ethylene, a key component in plastics production. This system outperforms others in