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Bindi Irwin honors her dad's work on Steve Irwin Day

Bindi Irwin shares heartfelt message about her father and conservation on Nov. 15, which is now Steve Irwin Day.




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Judi Dench unveils private forest honoring departed loved ones

Acclaimed British actress stars in a new BBC documentary that unlocks the remarkable secrets of forests.



  • Arts & Culture

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Raise a toast to Harry and Meghan with these affordable sparkling wines

Check out these $20 (or less) bottles from around the world, plus a bottle of fizz to splurge on.




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Insurance companies deploy private firefighters in wildfire-scorched California

For wealthy Californian homeowners, extra peace of mind comes with a high price tag.



  • Climate & Weather

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Morgan Freeman turns ranch into a sanctuary for bees

Actor doesn't even wear a veil to protect himself because, clearly, all living things love Morgan Freeman.



  • Arts & Culture

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Why we should remember Doris Day as an animal advocate

Hollywood legend Doris Day was an actress, singer and animal welfare activist.




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Is a vegetarian diet safe for my dog?

Putting Fido on a vegetarian diet can help the planet, but will it harm your pooch?




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The risk of extinction is highest for Earth's largest and smallest animals

Humans seem to be causing 'a radical shift in the living architecture of the planet,' researchers say.




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How Iceland is regrowing forests destroyed by the Vikings

Only about 2 percent of Iceland is now forested, down from as much as 40 percent before Vikings arrived.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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These newly discovered 'pelican spiders' resemble pelicans for a good reason

A new study introduces 18 previously unknown spider species that look remarkably like pelicans.




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Coral mushrooms look like something straight out of the sea

Stumbling upon these beautiful coral mushrooms makes a walk in the forest extra special.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Beech trees are taking over some U.S. forests

Climate change is enabling a beech boom, according to a 30-year study, and that may spell ecological trouble.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Why 'lazy' lawn mowers are heroes for bees

Mowing a lawn every two weeks instead of weekly can boost the abundance of bees, according to a new study.




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'Sex, Lies and Butterflies': Documentary takes a high-def look at these extraordinary insects

You may think of butterflies simply as colorful garden pollinators, but there's so much more to these beautiful insects!




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'Rip Van Winkle' plants can hide underground for 20 years

More than 100 plant species are capable of going dormant to avoid danger, according to a new study.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Big predators are showing up in surprising places more often. (That's a good sign.)

Conservation efforts are helping some large predators reclaim ancestral habitats, a new study finds.




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Are we headed for a world without turtles?

Six in 10 turtle species are threatened or already extinct, according to a new study.




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Surprising ways animals stock up for winter

From hoarding and scattering nuts to making jerky and taking prisoners, animals use some wild tactics to stay well-fed in winter.




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Ecologists share their passion for nature in these winning images

The British Ecological Society annual photography competition celebrates both flora and fauna.




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In memory of species declared extinct in 2018 — plus one we've already lost in 2019

Extinctions are a wake-up call to protect the dwindling species that still exist.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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This 'king' once ruled the green, lush forests of Antarctica

Newly discovered remains of the Antarctic king, Antarctanax shackletoni, paint a lush picture of the Antarctica of 250 million years ago.




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The controversy behind the world's next great telescope

Thirty Meter Telescope, which has faced protests and construction shutdowns, will be built in a culturally and ecologically sensitive area of Hawaii.




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Why California dumped 96 million plastic balls into a reservoir

Millions of black 'shade balls' float on the surface of reservoirs, slowing evaporation.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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World's longest underwater electric cable to connect Iceland and Europe

Giant cable will allow Iceland to share its vast geothermal and volcanic energy resources with mainland Europe.




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Ted Turner wants a level playing field for renewables

The fossil fuel industry benefits from government money, but not renewables. In a forum with T. Boone Pickens at the National Press Club, media mogel Ted Turner




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The time is now for Big Geothermal

In North America alone, there is enough energy trapped beneath the Earth's surface to produce 10 times as much electricity as coal currently does.




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New world record for renewable energy

Global investment in clean energy surged 17 percent to a record $257 billion last year, according to two new reports by the U.N. Environment Program.




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Bardessono: California’s first LEED Platinum hotel

The eco-friendly boutique hotel is located in Napa Valley.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Hot springs-heated hotel in Iceland does the northern lights right

Iceland's ION Luxury Adventure Hotel isn't so much about the hotel itself but about the stunning, otherworldly landscapes that surround it.




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National Butterfly Center braces for border wall

Construction equipment has moved into the land of the National Butterfly Center in Mission, Texas, to begin work on a border wall.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Scientists rediscover the world's largest bee

Dubbed the 'flying bulldog,' this extremely rare bee has been lost to science since 1981.




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How to stop worrying about cockroaches and learn to love our 6-legged overlords

As long as there are humans, there will be cockroaches.




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Painted lady butterflies fill the skies over southern California

Painted lady butterflies are migrating north for the summer, and they're overtaking southern California, to the delight of many.




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Woman treated for having 4 bees living inside her eye

The bees were staying alive by drinking the woman's tears.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Monarch butterflies make a pit stop in Colorado

Video shows Monarch Butterflies stopping in Colorado at John Martin Reservoir State Park as they migrate to Mexico.




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California's monarch butterfly population has declined by 99% since the 1980s

The western monarch population may be on the verge of collapsing.




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Picnic for the Planet on Earth Day

The Nature Conservancy wants everyone to enjoy the earth this Earth Day by gathering outside to enjoy a meal. We've got some ideas to make sure your picnic hono




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Composting with a cable news anchor

MSNBC's Contessa Brewer on her little-known off-camera hobby.




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Disneynature's 'African Cats' in theaters for Earth Day

A heads-up to parents about Disneynature's newest release follows the story of two feline families struggling to survive in the African savannah.




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10 green ideas for Earth Day

From eco-snacks to community-wide green events, here are 10 great ways to celebrate and protect the planet.




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Get your run on for Earth Day

Lace up your sneakers and grab the kids for one of these family-friendly running races for Earth Day.




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For Earth Day, a different kind of community theatre

It would be safe to say that Brooklyn's Big Green Theater — an eco-education program where kids create plays performed by adult actors — isn't what most f



  • Arts & Culture

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Watch: 'Wanderers on a Prehistoric Earth'

Kick off Earth Week with this dramatic three-minute film, which dives into the 'Heart of Darkness' to highlight the humbling majesty of our planet.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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12 deals for Earth Day 2012

Retailers can't seem to let a holiday pass without building a sale around it. Fortunately, these companies' Earth Day promotions focus on eco-friendly products.




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Easy-going fun for Earth Day

Keep it simple this Earth Day with these easy-going, eco-savvy ideas.




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Captivate Network launches Earth Day photo contest

A picture of your favorite place could win you, and the charity of your choice, $1,000.



  • Arts & Culture

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Earth Day: A history of green awareness

A look at Earth Day's history and six things you can do to make the planet better.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Get a haircut, set a Guinness World Record, save the planet

Join Aveda in setting an Earth Day world record.



  • Natural Beauty & Fashion

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Google Doodle for Earth Day is an interactive delight

The search engine shows the globe some love in celebration of April 22.




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22 Earth Day activities for kids

Not sure how to celebrate Earth Day with your family? Here are 22 eco-savvy ideas to get you started.