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The largest glacial cave system in the contiguous United States is melting at an alarming rate. The complex system has been studied by cavers and glaciologists since the caves were first discovered in 2011 in mountains near Portland, Oregon. Bu
In Nigeria’s oil producing Niger Delta, women are the breadwinners in many homes, doing traditional jobs like farming and fishing, while men often head to cities to work. After decades of oil pollution, women especially have suffered the conseq
In parts of the Caribbean, it is not unusual for faucets to run dry — the region is facing drought linked to climate change. During the COVID-19 pandemic, that means many people lack the water they need to wash their hands. Aging infrastructure
In much of the world, clean water is taken for granted. But in parts of the Global South, drought and flooding connected to climate change are making water scarce. And that is hitting kids the hardest. DW reporter Jennifer Collins chats about a
Despite its location straddling the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, Chile is facing water scarcity, due in part to climate change-related drought. Water was privatized under the Pinochet dictatorship in the 1970s — limiting access for farming comm
In Italy, trees are under attack from a tiny, round, reddish-brown invader. The pine tortoise scale latches on to its victim, excretes copious amounts of sugary liquid and waits for black sooty mold to take over. The nonnative pest from the Ame
Forests capture and store about one of every four tons of carbon dioxide we spew out, slowing global warming. And though trees are increasingly likely to suffer from warmer temperatures and drought, there's hope: plants need carbon dioxide, and
Over the past 40 years, around 1 million square kilometers of the rainforest have been destroyed across South America. Two famous Brazilians want to end deforestation and bring rainforests in their homeland back to life. Sebastiao Salgado, a we
The Latur region of the western state of Maharashtra in India is notorious for water scarcity, and farmers there have faced drought for some time. But over recent years, they have been shifting cultivation methods to conserve water, turning tow
It's about the most underrated superfood out there: the humble legume. Loaded with nutrition, legumes — or beans — are barely eaten in some parts of the world, although some experts see legumes as the best option for sustainably ensuring food s
Nutritious and delicious, avocados have conquered palates across the globe. Business is booming — in the past 20 years, avocado production has tripled. But this is also causing a massive strain on resources in places where the water-intensive t
Protesters in London have just wrapped up a month-long action inside an illegally dug tunnel intended to stop construction of a new high-speed rail line. While trains have an eco-friendly repute, protesters say lost trees and construction emiss
China is big on coal — it's the world's largest producer and consumer. Despite that, China is presenting itself as a leader in climate protection on the world stage, recently announcing plans to go carbon-neutral by 2060. It's massively investe
More than 70% of India's electricity comes from burning coal, and much of that is imported. Imported coal lands in Goa — a coastal state famous for its white sandy beaches and biodiversity. The government plans to transform the region into Indi
The ways we get around are changing – and that's especially true in big cities. Vehicle and bike-sharing services are booming, making it easier to leave cars at home or forego car ownership altogether. Barcelona has the highest vehicle density
Experts estimate that we will produce more than 50 million tons of electronic waste globally by 2021 – and the precious metals this e-waste contains often aren't recycled properly. But a promising research project at the University of Cape Town
All of our food waste has to go somewhere. But how our trash is disposed of can actually have an impact on climate change. In the US's largest metropolis, there's a simple way New Yorkers can reduce their methane emissions, and maybe even spruc
They’re Australia’s climate change refugees and they’re looking for somewhere to roost. But their smell and nocturnal shrieks have made them unpopular with locals. Scientists warn against trying to get rid of flying foxes, calling them the ‘can
Philadelphia, one of the biggest, poorest and most violent cities in the US, is seeking to expand its green spaces by planting more trees. Besides combating sweltering temperatures in summer, there's evidence increased tree cover may also help
How can our economies keep growing when we live on a planet with finite resources? The short answer, according to some, is they can't. Ecological economists say it's time to instead embrace "degrowth." But what does this mean, and how do we cha
Economic growth is often the main measure for human progress and development. But Achim Steiner, head of the UNDP, says that's a narrow view that fails to take into account the impact of environmental damage. In an interview with DW, he lays ou
A symbol of fertility and prosperity, the stork has been making its summer home on European fields and rooftops for millennia. European white storks typically migrated to Africa when the seasons turned to winter up north — but warmer winters du
People from all over the world come to observe the striking African crowned crane in its native habitat. Worldwide, birding is a multi-billion-dollar industry, and a vital source of income in many communities. The bird lives across East Africa
Scavenger birds like the vulture play a critical role in ecosystems, eating decaying flesh and returning that energy to the food web. But the fact that these birds rely on eating dead animals also puts them at risk. Though vultures don't exactl
Eagles and hawks have found themselves a new competitor for their prey: Well-to-do hunters on the Scottish moors. A threat to human hunters of red grouse, these raptors have become targets themselves. The problem has gotten so bad that new laws
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