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RICHMOND — Throughout Virginia, scientists are documenting significant warming of water temperatures, from inland freshwater streams and rivers to the…

Earth Month (aka April) is ending, but were staying inspired with these science and sustainability success stories from across the Smithsonian

We recap five of our favorite optimistic stories from March, featuring everything from a historic agreement to protect our oceans to a small island working together to save confused puffins

February was full of stories exploring Smithsonian research from the deepest to highest points on our planet.

Five recent scientific success stories to cheer you up on a dreary day ⛅️

Need some last-minute Halloween costume inspo? These five species narrowly escaped the greatest horror story of our time: extinction.

A new report details the reach of California’s controversial environmental regulation, and warns of more consequences to come.

The findings illustrate how people-focused initiatives benefit both society and nature

In this first part of a two-part series, discover how seaweed is bringing a Belizean community together to explore its potential, from sustaining their local environment and economy to helping them take care of their hair!

Kenyas Masai Mara ecosystem is an ancient landscape grappling with very modern challenges. Conservationist Cindy Obath discusses plans to better represent the daily reality of local communities during the Earth Optimism × Folklife Festival.