Earthquakes triggered by fluids injected deep underground, such as during the controversial practice of fracking, may be more common than previously thought, a

Authorities are still searching for possible victims after a natural gas explosion outside a popular restaurant sparked.

Several organizations are trying to help those in need in Japan following the massive earthquake and tsunami. Here's how you can help.

Warner Bros. decides to pull film from theaters after deadly earthquake and tsunami that struck the country last week.

A dog guards an injured canine friend in Japan. Rescue workers managed to get one dog to a shelter and the injured animal to a veterinary clinic.

The lead scientist for our Global Marine Team was there as the surge arrived in Santa Cruz. It was supposed to be 40 minutes of small waves. He explains why boa

In the end, delivery dates are unimportant — but they do show how connected we are.

Kids living just outside the evacuation zone will be tested for cumulative radiation exposure.

Feel-good (in more way than one) underwear line PACT releases a new collection of organic cotton skivvies that support Architecture for Humanity's rebuilding ef

The massive tsunami generated by the March 2011 earthquake off the coast of northeastern Japan was a "merging tsunami" — a type of tsunami long thought to exi

In 2011, Japan was one of the most prepared countries in the world for a massive earthquake. Yet when a mega-quake hit Japan last March, sparking a huge tsunami

OurAmazingPlanet reviews the strangest effects the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami had on our planet.

One year after Japan's tragic earthquake, tsunami and nuclear crisis, its 'gaman' spirit of patience is growing more proactive.

Items washed away by the 2011 tsunami are already arriving in North America, raising fears of an environmental crisis from Alaska to California.

A nearly 70-foot-long dock floated onto an Oregon beach after being torn loose from a fishing port in Japan after the tsunami.

March 11 marks the second anniversary of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that displaced more than 30,000 and left more than 19,000 dead or missing.

Japan reflects on the 3rd anniversary of the devastating 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami.

The 2011 tsunami that struck Japan released thousands of tons of ozone-destroying chemicals and greenhouse gases into the air.

Nuclear fallout has benefitted the beasts, considered as both tasty and fearsome in Japanese culture.

Marijuana smokers might praise their drug of choice as "natural," but pot growers in national forests all over the country have caused "severe" damage to these

As much of the country sizzles during the first week of summer, air conditioners — in all of their global warming-causing, envy-inducing, but probably not dea

With Sonoma County in the bag, affordable prefab builder Blu Homes unveils its first project in Southern California: a remote, low-impact desert retreat owned b

Philippe Starck unveils a line of energy-efficient prefab homes with European wood builder Riko.

In Japan, militantly unfussy retailer Muji sells much more than stationery, travel pillows and slippers.

Keep Thanksgiving from turning into a battle zone with these tips to help your picky eaters enjoy their holiday meals.

'Batman v Superman' star says his Thanksgiving tradition is all about respect for animals.

The 2017 Beaujolais Nouveau has just been released, fulfilling the destiny of many French gamay grapes.

Project Chimps creates special meals for rescued chimps on Thanksgiving, and you can see how much they enjoyed it in this video.

The 50,000-year-old, perfectly preserved forest is showcased like never before in a newly released documentary.

Covered in a code no one can understand, the Shigir Idol is the oldest wooden structure in the world.

Toyota has donated 4,500 free trees for this March's giveaway for New York City residents.

This surprising discovery won't be enough to stop climate change, but it will help, researchers say.

To help erase unsightly yellowing brought on by air pollution, India's crown jewel is looking for new beauty miracles.

Part of the Keystone oil pipeline was shut down after a 5,000-barrel leak in South Dakota, the pipeline's operator TransCanada said.

The Indian Supreme Court delivers a serious ultimatum to the government: clean up or tear down the ailing global architectural landmark.

We need to give coal miners safe, productive, high paying jobs building the green future. Their jobs should not stand in the way of killing coal.

Rainforest Action Network decides enough is enough with Obama's broken promises on mountaintop mining and stages dramatic protest in front of the EPA.

Do they really blast the tops off of mountains to get at cheaper coal? Do they really kill whales and dolphins and call it "research". Sarah Palin on the Discov

Yours truly will be featured on the latest edition of Climate TV talking about mountaintop mining and the future of climate activism: 'The war is just beginning

Actress keynotes luncheon to denounce the harmful practice of mountaintop removal coal mining -- and its effects on the people of her native Kentucky.

Actress and environmental activist Ashley Judd has started reaching out to prospective supporters and fundraisers for a potential 2014 run.

After months of careful consideration, actress says her 'responsibilities and energy' need to be focused on family.

A nonbinding resolution calls for meatless options to be offered.

You can watch the live stream of the conference and follow my live tweets from the event.

It's not the first time Nanook, a self-appointed canine trail guide, has saved people in need.

The air at 85% of national parks is unhealthy at times, report finds, building on a study that said concentration of smog-forming ozone rivals that of cities.

Now 50% complete, the Great American Rail-Trail spans an epic 4,000 epic miles.

The success of two elementary school volunteer projects earned a shelter a donation from the Petco Foundation.

As the season of giving approaches, support your local food bank's commitment to give less junk food and donate only nutritious food.

In 2015, Albuquerque launched an innovative program aimed at helping the area's homeless. Instead of ticketing panhandlers, city officials offered them jobs.