Climate Chaos Is Outpacing Science and Outrunning Journalism
A new type of disaster reporting is needed to keep up.
Covering Climate Now
Could Hydroponic Fodder Solve the West’s Water Woes?
With hay in the crosshairs of state water savings plans, some ranchers are switching to technologically advanced alternatives.
After Years of Criticism, Amazon Appears to be Cutting Down on Plastics
The company says it used 86,000 metric tons of plastic last year — 12% less than in 2021.
Soil Fungi May Be a Carbon Pool
New research suggests that mycorrhizal fungi take in 13 billion tons of carbon dioxide annually, playing a prominent role in Earth’s carbon cycle.
When Insuring Crops Ensures Climate Mistakes
Crop insurance puts pistachios, cherries and other vulnerable crops on life-support as rising temperatures threaten California agriculture.
Is Fast Fashion Making Us Sick?
In her new book, journalist Alden Wicker examines the public health impact of an under-regulated industry.
Algae Biofuel Isn’t the Holy Grail We Expected
New research using real-world data casts doubt on the energy efficiency of diesel alternatives that come from phytoplankton.
Citing Wildfire Risk, State Farm Will Stop Selling Home Insurance in California
According to a statement the company released on its website, the decision was at least partially motivated by the effects of climate change and “rapidly growing catastrophe exposure.”
