How wildfires can grow deadly overnight
In the past two decades, the number of Americans at risk of experiencing a wildfire has doubled. Learn what you need to do if one is near you.
The world’s plastic pollution crisis, explained
Much of the planet is swimming in discarded plastic, which is harming animal and possibly human health. Can plastic pollution be cleaned up?
Why deforestation matters—and what we can do to stop it
Large scale destruction of trees—deforestation—affects ecosystems, climate, and even increases risk for zoonotic diseases spreading to humans.
What causes earthquakes?
Earthquakes occur more often than you think. Here’s what you need to know about where they usually happen and how they’re measured.
What are hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones?
Hurricanes are getting wetter, faster, and fueled by climate change. Here's what causes them—and why they're becoming so much more destructive.