
Good news: Deforestation in Earth's largest rainforest continues to plummet despite a rise in fires
According to new data from the Brazilian government, deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon dropped to its lowest level since March 2018.
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Duck stamps have raised $1.2 billion for conservation since 1934 — and this year's design is cuter than ever
Hunters, birders, stamp collectors, and wetland enthusiasts are eager to get their hands on this year's Federal Duck Stamp design.
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A new animal with 200 legs was just discovered, and it's sucking up deep-sea trash
A team of scientists spotted a new species of sea creature, a helpful animal commonly referred to as a “janitor” of the sea.
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Portland airport's new timber roof sets sustainability standards, highlights tribal partnerships
The soaring, nine-acre ceiling — which will have lots of natural sunlight streaming in through the skylights and windows — will feel a bit like a forest.
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Giant, ancient crabs live beneath Rome, and conservationists have their backs: 'They deserve to be saved'
The only freshwater crustaceans indigenous to Italy, experts hope to garner appreciation for these giant Roman crabs.
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Seattle, Minneapolis named best US cities for biking — see where yours ranks
The nonprofit PeopleForBikes released their city ratings for 2024, tallying up the largest cities in America by their bikeability.
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This major city is on track to complete 150 miles of new bike paths in 2025
Chicago's Department of Transportation updated its 2024 bikeway plans, as part of an effort to add 150 miles of new bikeways and enhance city safety and sustainability.
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Major reforestation milestone: DRC plants 90% of 1 billion trees goal, despite unexpected obstacles
Congolese government program aspired to plant 1 billion trees, aiming to strengthen climate resilience, alleviate poverty, and protect biodiversity.
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Size matters: How massive protected areas are the best solution to ensure the survival of endangered wildlife
From the 1970s through 2020, the annual rate of protected area creation on land increased, but these areas’ average size have decreased.
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