Driving through the winding roads of the Black Hills National Forest, one can’t help but notice the majestic beauty of nature unfolding. Raindrops splatter against the windshield, transforming into delicate snowflakes as elevation increases. This snowy scene in late April offers a refreshing reprieve in an area plagued by a climate change-induced drought. Amidst this

When Mason Taylor was on the brink of high school graduation, he faced a common dilemma many teenagers encounter – navigating the transition from education to employment. Hailing from the quiet town of Dryden in rural Lee County, Virginia, Taylor found himself drawn to electrical courses during his time in high school. The allure stemmed

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Justin Bibb found solace in a vast green space near Cleveland’s lakefront. His experience highlighted the importance of accessible green areas for mental and physical well-being – something he realized was lacking for many city residents. Transitioning from a cramped apartment to becoming the 58th mayor of Cleveland

Two years ago, a pivotal Supreme Court ruling in Sackett v. the Environmental Protection Agency reshaped the landscape of wetlands protection in the United States. The decision significantly curtailed the EPA’s authority under the 1972 Clean Water Act to safeguard wetlands from pollution and destruction. It stipulated that wetlands must be indistinguishable from larger bodies

How Federal Projects Affect Sacred Sites and Indigenous Nations Crystal C’Bearing, the tribal historic preservation officer for the Northern Arapaho tribe in Wyoming, plays a crucial role in protecting sacred sites from federal development projects. She reviews proposals to ensure they don’t harm tribal areas or cultural heritage. “It’s challenging but important work,” she says

Who knew that melting glaciers could hold such promise and peril for different stakeholders? Imagine a landscape where shimmering lakes emerge from receding ice while mining companies eagerly eye the uncovered mineral riches. This is the complex reality unfolding in northwest British Columbia and Alaska as climate change transforms the region. In the shadow of

In a daring expedition to the remote Marambio Station in Antarctica, Matthew Boyer embarked on a mission that would unravel one of nature’s most intriguing mysteries. Equipped with delicate instruments essential for his research, Boyer braved the harsh Antarctic climate to study the peculiar phenomenon of penguin guano and its impact on the continent’s cooling

On a sun-soaked morning at the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California’s wood yard, nestled in a valley near Lake Tahoe, a bustling scene unfolds. Magpies flutter around stacks of lumber, as chainsaws buzz and sawdust fills the air. Foreman Kenneth Cruz oversees the operation, where crewmember Jacob Vann tackles thick Tamarack pine logs with

London – Imagine being at the peak of your career, representing constituents, making decisions that impact lives, and suddenly facing defeat in a general election. This is the harsh reality for many former Members of Parliament (MPs) in Britain, especially those from the Conservative Party who experienced a significant loss in recent elections. “It’s been