The COP16 climate summit kicks off in Cancun with a monumental statement to UN negotiators -- the whole world is ready for a low-carbon future, and the next ste

China admits it's the leading emitter of greenhouse gas emissions — even though everyone else already knew that. What that means for this week's negotiations

Mexican president proves himself a visionary with a sense of humor at the Cancun Climate summit.

Japan wants no part of Kyoto but what about the other goals of COP 16?

Christiana Figueres says any agreement will be a step in the right direction, but it's clear she's not convinced Cancun will be a huge step.

In "The Passage," a family recounts past adventures and explores the meaning of kinship on a grand Alaskan journey.

In 'Caribou Rainforest,' wildlife photographer David Moskowitz tracked elusive caribou through their rainforest habitat in the Pacific Northwest.

The Scottish wildcat, an adorable yet fierce native cat species, may disappear within the next few years.

We label a lot of species with the shiver-inducing denizen of the night, even if they don't suck blood.

This little mushroom is a pleasant surprise to anyone enjoying a walk in the woods.

It's the first birth spotted so far this season.

Scientists hope a new vaccination campaign will give Ethiopian wolves a fighting chance at survival.

The Irish countryside is a patchwork quilt of green, as this photo of Roughgrange, a farm located next to the prehistoric Newgrange monument shows.

Scientists take a deeper look at how chameleons change color, and learn some tricks that could benefit humans.

Non-native nutria have made their way to the Golden State, and Californians are rushing to find a solution to this ROUS-sized problem.

These small horses were thought to be the only truly wild horse species left on the planet and have a fascinating history.

From tallest to heaviest, these are the biggest breeds of dog found around the globe.

Is God mad at us for recycling or behaving badly? Some of the right wing's sharpest minds think so.

As he prepares to leave Fox News, it's a good time to remember some of the more interesting things Beck has said about the environment.

Greenland's ice sheet is on the move, with new images showing its glaciers moving 30 percent faster than they were a decade ago. Greenland and Antarctica are ho

A set of 80-year-old photographs discovered in a basement archive reveals the remarkable sensitivity of Greenland's glaciers to climate change, according to a n

A giant flood of Arctic meltwater may have triggered an ancient 1,200-year-long chill nicknamed the "Big Freeze," the last major cold age on Earth, a new study

Meet Yeti, a faithful rover of the robotic kind that sniffs out dangerous crevasses for convoys crossing glaciers.

James Balog photographs disappearing glaciers showing global warming evidence in time-lapse photography in the award-winning documentary Chasing Ice.

NASA's newest rover won't be exploring another planet, but will take a look at part of our own.

Scientists have gained insight into the cause of the global sea level rise with the discovery that warm ocean water is primarily melting the ice shelves.

Bigger surface melts in recent years are softening the interior of the ice like a stick of butter.

Typically thought of as a tropical climate pattern, the influence of La Niña spreads as far as Antarctica.

Titled 'Bigger Than Life,' a new short video explores Alaskan ice caves with a GoPro-toting drone.

Researchers who have analyzed satellite images of the icy region suggest that the glaciers' acceleration may be cause for concern.

About half of the surface warming that's helping shrink Greenland's glaciers is due to temperatures in the tropical Pacific Ocean.

The recently completed catalog will help researchers understand the effects of climate change and address water issues of local communities.

The vast ice sheet covering Greenland could melt more quickly in the future than existing models predict.

The discovery of two large lakes hidden beneath Greenland's ice suggests that climate change now cuts all the way to the bottom of the ice sheet.

Antarctica's fading glaciers may offer surprising ecological perks, a new study finds, but the net result is still bad.

These glacial gifts offer a glimpse into our prehistoric and cultural past.

Scientists have found that a red-colored algae blooming on glaciers and ice reduces albedo and leads to more warmth on the already-melting ice.

Massive UV-resistant blankets are designed to slow down the melt.

A study from the European Geosciences Union suggests that undersea barriers could limit sea level rise related to melting glaciers.

Humanity is not only moving too slowly in curbing CO2 emissions — we're moving the wrong direction.

These aerial images highlight the devastating effect global warming has on the arctic.

Morieka Johnson says she gets more bang for her buck from high-quality food. (Expensive shoes are another matter.)

While Morieka Johnson usually loves a good bargain, she knows that when it comes to local, sustainably raised beef, you get what you pay for.

Think ahead to ensure that you're getting local foods for as much of the year as you can.

Dad will as usual be manning the grill, Father's Day or not, but you can make it special for him by sourcing the highest quality, healthiest meat.

Father's Day doesn't get as much publicity as Mother's Day, but that doesn't mean he's not special.

When it comes to Father's Day ideas, there's no shortage of fun to be enjoyed on this holiday for dads.

Father's Day songs. If you need a list of Father's Day songs to go with your celebration, you're in luck.

Father's Day gifts. Save yourself the trip and (more importantly) the money by creating a homemade and personalized gift that Dad will love.

Father's Day meals. Shrimp in a buttery marinade is a quick and simple Father’s Day treat.