Climate change and biodiversity policies have largely evolved in isolation, even though the two crises are deeply intertwined. They have their own UN summits, with the same name and numbering system: ...

Earth's climate has undergone dramatic changes throughout its history, but new research suggests those changes may not have ...

The yellow-and-black wasp spider, nicknamed “Wendy” by conservationists, marks the first recorded sighting of the species in ...

At the invitation of the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity, Serge Wilmes, the Executive Director of the European Environment Agency (EEA), Leena Ylä-Mononen, paid a working visit ...

The world is facing unparalleled changes in climatic conditions and drastic loss of biological diversity, putting humanity at risk. The breakdown of the earth’s climate and the rapid loss of wildlife ...

Humans can’t ignore the natural world. We rely on ecosystems—diverse and interconnected communities of living things and the environments they inhabit—for our food, livelihoods, and shelter. Even if ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. A study suggests that approximately 79% of Earth’s remaining natural vegetation should be protected to meet the international goals set by the ...

This activity was supported by a contract between the National Academy of Sciences, U.S. Geological Survey (sponsor award #140G0124Q0107) and National Academy of Sciences Arthur L. Day Fund. Any ...

The natural world is a source of beauty and wonder, but it also provides humans with essential services. Jungles, savannahs and mangroves act as buffers against infectious diseases and storm surges.

As researchers around the world begin work on the next U.N. climate assessment, fears are growing that the Trump ...

Stéphan Morency, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fondaction and of the Bâtirente and Fondaction Combination, announces the appointment of Steven Guilbeault as Executive Advisor, Climate, ...