The worldwide ban on ozone-depleting chemicals stopped Arctic ozone from disappearing and forming an "ozone hole" similar in size to Antarctica's.

Newly declassified photos show a shocking loss of ice in the Arctic as global temperatures continue to rise.

Scientist captures stunning sunrise during a research mission to study polar ice in the Arctic circle.

These individuals and organizations support a variety of green causes with generously large donations.

The whole point of getting out into the natural world is to see, smell and hear the sounds of nature.

With a major summertime 'drinking holiday' just around the bend, make sure that you have a few libation-related odds and ends on hand for when your thirsty part

Open to biking, kayaking and cross-country skiing, this 15,000-mile-trail isn't your run-of-the-mill recreational trail.

With these first-aid tips and proper planning, you and your dog should be ready for anything.

Whether you're planning to camp or just go for a simple hike, here are 10 things you need before you hit the trail.

Paterson vetoes anti-fracking bill, but at the same time extends a more narrowly written moratorium on fracking.

The National Baseball Hall of Fame supports the Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce's anti-fracking position. Cooperstown is located in central New York, in the hea

Chesapeake Energy's Aubrey McClendon responds to a NYT report that suggests the natural gas industry is part of a Ponzi scheme.

'30 Rock' actor is the latest big name to go up against the natural gas industry.

It may be a largely symbolic victory for environmentalists, but many critics of hydraulic fracturing hope it will set an example for other states to follow.

Does 'fracking' need a new name? The slang for hydraulic fracturing sounds dirty and disconcerting — and now a study finds it even curbs support for the contr

The Youngstown quakes were triggered by wastewater injection, scientists have discovered.

Why are regular citizens doing the work that should be done by the companies that make the disposables?

After two years of fighting for permission to build along the city's waterfront, Lucas says he's pivoting back to California.

Redditor Demo_of_demo shared this beautiful photo taken from high atop his wind-turbine "office."

Renewable energy is already growing rapidly. But these recent developments in energy storage could prove to be a game changer.

From loading the dishwasher incorrectly to making your bed in the morning, these everyday errors can lead to a mighty mess.

Laundry is an endless chore. With so much hands-on experience, you'd think we know what we're doing, right? Wrong.

New study says cleaning products can have the same impact on your health as smoking 20 cigarettes a day.

Mark Ruffalo, actor and environmental activist whose family lives in an area of upstate New York directly where "fracking" is a common practice, explains the da

Fracking fluid, the liquid waste left over from the controversial mining technique, wreaks havoc on a plot of land in a test by the U.S. Forest Service.

159 coral reefs were examined in the Asian-Pacific region, and 89 percent of those reefs were contaminated with plastics and disease.

Sewage in Mumbai's Thane Creek makes the city attractive to thousands of migrating flamingos, even though it's a turn-off for humans.

The oil leak may be releasing thousands of gallons per day, but after 14 years, it is finally at least partly contained.

The Shenzhou 10, along with its three crewmembers, returned safely after 15 days of space travel.

A new feature added to Project Sunroof, a free solar mapping tool from Google, makes keeping up with Joneses even easier.

Plastic bags are bad, for sure. But a new fee for produce bags is angering some ... and you're not even allowed to bring your reusables!

Chesapeake Energy, which has one of the largest natural gas recovery operations in the country, halts all fracking in the state after a spill on the eve of the

While Mother's Day celebrates human mothers, there are a lot of other moms in the animal kingdom worth a shout-out.

Running and walking may have similar benefits, but are there times when is walking better than running?

Adding walking poles to your daily jaunt is an excellent way to boost your calorie burn, and they may even help prevent chronic pain with aging.

Schools are phasing out dodgeball and other sports in favor of exercises that get kids moving for a lifetime.

A study in the Lancet looked at over-60 walkers, and those who worked on a busy London street didn't fare as well as the park walkers.

From your heart to your head, here's why you should lace up your sneakers and walk.

Climatologist documents Greenland's warming conditions with a photo of sled dogs splashing in meltwater on top of sea ice.

Electronics giant announces it will compensate workers relocating to China for the poor quality of air they will have to breathe.

It's well-known that secondhand smoke is bad for our health, but it's also dangerous for our furry friends.

Preference for "cleaner" male trees and plants in urban settings may trigger extra sneezing and wheezing. That's botanical sexism, says Thomas Ogren.

'Drynuary' was created to offset the wretched excess of the holidays, but is it beneficial?

The surface of Mercury is shrinking faster than previously thought, photos from a NASA spacecraft orbiting the tiny planet reveal.

Many breeds have stand-out physical characteristics that make it easy to identify them, but can you name the dog from its ears?

You say 'please' and 'thank you' and don't talk with food in your mouth, but how much do you know about minding your manners?

Lightning is more than just a stunning spectacle. Take our quiz to see how much you really know about this electrifying natural wonder.

If fracking techniques pollute water supplies, what will happen to beer production?

Mayor Sadiq Kahn wants Londoners to stay hydrated with public water fountains while generating less plastic waste.

When you can smell garbage from miles away, pizza doesn't stand a chance with bears.