#environment
7-Eleven Japan Will Switch to Biodegradable Packaging and Eliminate Plastic Bags
To combat Japan's high levels of plastic waste, the company will switch to biodegradable wrappers. Read more
Large Animals Could Die Out Within Next 100 Years, Study Finds
Scientists say the shift, caused by humans, could signal major changes for the world’s ecosystems. Read more
England Bans Plastic Straws, Cotton Buds, and Drink Stirrers
The ban comes after years of campaigning. Read more
Only a Third of the World's Rivers Flow Freely. Here's Why Scientists Are Worried.
Free-flowing rivers sustain both wildlife and human activity. Read more
Nearly All US National Parks Are Dangerously Affected by Air Pollution, Study Finds
New study shows all national parks suffer from some level of hazardous air pollution. Read more
How Kids Change Parents' Minds About Climate Change
New research shows how simple conversations between kids and adults can change the world. Read more
Allowing Locals to Manage Forests Can Reduce Emissions and Poverty, Study Finds
Deforestation impacts local communities through climate change and socio-economic stress. Read more
Half of World Heritage Sites' Glaciers Could Vanish by 2100
The only way to preserve them is by cutting greenhouse gas emissions. Read more