Peatlands are often used as an alternative fuel to wood, but their carbon value is as competitive as forests if not more so, according to scientists studying peatland biogeochemistry.
Cities can be of surprising help in soaking up carbon pollution.
Tropical forests under sustainable management have doubled in the last five years, but that's a small fraction of the total.
Most ants in the grip of a deadly fungus spend their last moments on Earth around midday.
For the first time in Earth's history, a single species has not only radically changed the planet, it is now aware of having done so.
On the lookout for ways to help manage deforestation, NSF-funded Michigan geographers map out an adventure.
Mesh fences are harnessing water from fog to provide a lifeline to small impoverished communities.
With gold prices hitting $1,500 per ounce, an all-time record, take a look at the true cost of this precious metal.
The tiny insect can turn entire pine forests into bleak landscapes.
All-terrain vehicles create more than just noise and tracks; they are also carving through habitats of local wildlife.
