Deforestation rates in Brazil's Amazon are soaring under a far-right president who wants to exploit the forest's resources, including the Amazon River. A huge dam has brought in much development.
Forecasters warn, "Dorian is anticipated to remain an extremely dangerous major hurricane ... into next week. Florida and Georgia have declared emergencies along the wide possible path of the storm.
NPR's Noel King talks with Erik Milito of the American Petroleum Institute about the Trump administration's proposal to roll back Obama-era regulations on methane, a powerful greenhouse gas.
They live in the lead-contaminated village of Kabwe, Zambia. A World Bank loan for lead cleanup offered reason for hope. A new report assesses the current situation.
The Trump administration wants to weaken regulation of methane emissions, a powerful greenhouse gas. The move faces opposition from environmentalists and some in the oil and gas industry.
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with former Shell Oil President John Hofmeister about how rolling back methane emissions restrictions will affect the fossil fuel industry.
Climate change is extending the range of mangroves. The tropical trees are thriving farther north and south than ever before. Scientists say that's actually helping limit damage during hurricanes.
The 16-year-old Swedish activist chose sailing over flying to attend a United Nations climate summit. She's inspired young people around the world to protest for more climate action.