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The seven charts you need to fathom California’s water prospects
"So far, so good" is the word from the meteorologists, but they warn that weather patterns remain "darn unpredictable."
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We tell you how to make soy, almond, and coconut milk — and whether it’s worth the effort
Some nondairy milks are worth purchasing, but others are better (and cheaper) when made at home.
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How the huge gas leak is turning California’s Porter Ranch into a ghost town
A subdivision that was billed as a sanctuary has now turned into a nightmare thanks to an out-of-control environmental disaster.
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There have always been shady people cutting your food with garbage
When it comes to food purity and ingredient quality, there is no golden age for us to restore.
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Obama is leading a revolution in America’s kitchens
Climate-friendly standards for home appliances will cut carbon and save billions in electricity and water bills.
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America was really damn hot last year, scientists confirm
It was the second-hottest year ever in the U.S., and it was awfully wet too.
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Guinea pigs might have a secret defense against climate change
A study finds that guinea pigs can tweak their DNA -- and their offspring's -- to protect against heat damage.
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Here’s new news about pesticides and bees
A new EPA study finds that at least one of the neonic pesticides often blamed for honeybee woes really does hurt the pollinators.
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Climate change could have a bigger impact on developed countries’ food systems
New research quantifies the devastating impact of extreme weather on essential crops.
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6 great reasons to give up shrimp for good
America's favorite seafood comes with reports of unsavory working conditions and ecological destruction.