71% of Great Lakes beaches had bacteria risks for swimmers at least one day in 2024
Our team reflects on the joy of a day at our Great Lakes and the need to make them consistently safe for swimming.
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How plastic in the ocean hurts animals
How just a single seed can kill 80,000 bees
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It’s time to defend our wild forests
Public Land sales are out of the Senate budget bill
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Diverse industries support ENERGY STAR program
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Issue
The new threats facing the sequoia forests of the Sierra Nevada
A misleading bill could irreversibly harm some of our oldest and most beloved forests.
The places endangered species call home could lose vital protections
Protecting wildlife habitat is an important part of the Endangered Species Act, but new proposals could leave these places at risk.
The surprising evolution of bees
Bees didn’t just evolve with flowers — they changed the planet. Discover how these ancient partners shaped each other, ecosystems and our world.
States that are doing the most to save pollinators
In a sampling of states, including key leaders, some stand out for restricting neonics and enhancing pollinator habitat.
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Tax credit for energy efficient-homes spurred construction of nearly 350,000 homes in 2024
Legislation recently passed by House of Representatives would eliminate the credit and disrupt the supply of these new efficient homes.
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I encourage everyone to care for our environment
We need to take significant action
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