Environment

Cuba and U.S. seal deal on defense of the environment

December 7, 2015 By Ismael Parra

The agreement streamlines procedures to make it easier for U.S. and Cuban scientists to work toward the biological resources of both countries.

Heating up climate talks: A reader’s guide to COP 21

November 24, 2015 By Blake Skylar

All eyes will be on Paris when the City of Lights shines upon a hugely significant, potentially historic event - the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference, or COP 21.

Real progress possible at coming Paris climate summit

November 13, 2015 By Marc Brodine

Hopes are growing for meaningful progress at the UN-sponsored climate change negotiations in Paris, while the need for such action becomes ever more clear.

Science news roundup: meals, toys, and TV endanger kids

November 4, 2015 By Thomas Riggins

Here are some interesting science stories reported this week relating to both political and social affairs, and health news as well.

Green news roundup: Keystone XL, Arctic oil drilling get X’ed out

November 3, 2015 By Blake Skylar

October and November have ushered in victories for environmentalists. Corporations have been soundly defeated or exposed on many fronts.