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How a UN-led fight against locusts took a toxic toll on Kenyan farmers

Internal United Nations documents show that officials were aware of widespread environmental and public health problems that resulted from its distribution of pesticides.

Kang-Chun Cheng International August 23, 2023

Data centers are scrambling to power the AI boom with natural gas

As tech giants find creative ways to generate electricity, they’re building a glut of new fossil fuel projects.

Naveena Sadasivam & Jake Bittle Energy February 9, 2026

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Trump’s tax bill could be a major win for Big Ag. Everyone else? Not so much.

The bill, which just passed Congress, is a bailout for commodity growers and leaves small farmers — and U.S. consumers — out to dry.

Ayurella Horn-Muller Food and Agriculture July 3, 2025

How do you save a rainforest? Leave it alone.

Research shows that, instead of replanting rainforests, allowing them to bounce back naturally would store loads of carbon.

Matt Simon Climate November 5, 2024

What does climate change mean for agriculture? Less food and more emissions.

New research sheds light on how rising temperatures are squeezing farmers and raising prices for consumers.

Frida Garza Food and Agriculture June 30, 2025

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These Finnish homes are being heated by a surprising source: Bitcoin

Can the reuse of crypto mining’s waste heat redeem its carbon footprint?

Carrie Klein Buildings January 14, 2026

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How to investigate toxic lead lurking in your community’s soil

New resources from the Center for Public Integrity and Grist aim to teach residents and reporters how to conduct their own research.

Yvette Cabrera Accountability April 22, 2024

A man stands on the edge of a river filled with coffee colored sludge

Louisiana town fights for relief after a billion-dollar oil disaster

Federal and state officials have sued the company behind the blast, but Roseland, Louisiana, residents say the case won’t bring relief to their town.

Adam Mahoney, Capital B Accountability January 3, 2026

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A deadly bacteria is creeping up the Atlantic Coast. How worried should you be?

Warming ocean waters are priming beaches and raw shellfish for Vibrio. Scientists are trying to stay one step ahead.

Zoya Teirstein Health April 22, 2026

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