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The only way to stop the long-lasting harms of lead poisoning in children is to end exposure to the chemical — and with data-driven and community-based action, that’s possible.
A successfully re-routed Southwestern transmission line shows its possible to overcome green energy obstacles.
Chicago has the highest number of lead service lines in the nation, but the city's replacement program is moving at a glacial pace. Replacement and mitigation efforts in other states offer a better blueprint — and potential to create community jobs along the way.
Fixing car and e-bike batteries saves money and resources — but challenges are holding back the industry.
The treaty, if ratified, will establish a new set of rules aimed at conserving marine species and ecosystems.
3M sold "forever chemicals" for decades. Will it foot the bill to get them out of our water supply?
Across the country, farmers are adapting to a warming climate. But even with change after change, yields are going up, thanks to technological advances. How long can the trend continue?
It's gross. It's sticky. And it's already saved your life.
Loss and damage advocates say the U.S. is muddying the waters with “linguistic acrobatics” and diversionary tactics ahead of COP27.