The Revival of Germany’s Carbon-Sequestering Peatlands
New initiatives are restoring farmlands to peatlands while creating markets for the native grasses, reeds and sedges they support.
Ethiopia’s Utopian Experiment in Gender Equality
Awra Amba, a picturesque village surrounded by rolling verdant hills, is a vision of a world of equal work.
Got Invasive Plants? Call a Herd of Goats
When it comes to eradicating unwanted vegetation, these curious creatures have proven to be an earth-friendly alternative to herbicides.
What We’re Reading: ‘Plant Vaccines’ Help Plants Fight Back
See what stories caught our attention this week, from harnessing the immune systems of crops to cooling green roofs in Brazil.
Reuse, Rejoice, Recycle: The Vibrant, Low-Waste Indian Wedding
New and old ways to share wedding outfits and other supplies are slowly changing mindsets — while keeping the exuberance of the celebrations alive.
Fish Are Thriving in the River Seine
For years, the storied French waterway was nearly biologically dead. Now, it’s teeming with marine life once again, as it did centuries ago.
Saving Surf Breaks to Fight Climate Change
The places where epic waves break store millions of tons of carbon. Preserving them protects a sport and the planet.
Blind Bungee Jumpers Welcome
On unique tours, blind and sighted guests climb mountains, salsa dance, sail and even skydive — all side by side, as equals.
What We’re Reading: Congestion Pricing Is Making New York’s Streets Safer
See what stories caught our attention this week, from fewer car crashes in Manhattan to a simpler alternative to “organic” food labels.
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