Forests

Cuttin' ivy in Oakland's urban redwood forest

City passes urban forest plan with $8 million from Inflation Reduction Act, which allots $1.5 billion nationwide. Plus, an adventure out of a steep…

Jan 20 •

Los Angeles fires are a climate disaster. Here's what we can do.

Let's not allow the spin machine to distract us from this fact. But I'll still offer hope.

Jan 14 •

Turning toward the storm in 2025

Earth Hope year-in-review: Condors, wildfire, rivers, sea otters, bison, conservation voters and pocket forests. Plus, bobcats ... because bobcats…

Jan 2 •

Pocket forests are popping up everywhere

Neighborhoods worldwide are converting thousands of tiny degraded spaces into biodiverse ecosystems. And anyone can plant one.

Nov 15, 2024 •

Millions of voters say "yes" to billions for conservation and climate

Ballot initiatives received overwhelming support in several states, demonstrating that Americans of all stripes favor environmental protection.

Nov 8, 2024 •

Bathing in gentle bugs at the top of the world

During an excursion to a high-altitude meadow, I found myself admiring the small things as well as the big. Plus, some thoughts on beavers and…

Oct 8, 2024 •

Cut some trees to save our forests: A plea from a former wildfire reporter

California is conducting wildfire prevention at a record pace. It benefits the climate. It saves homes, lives and ecosystems. Environmentalists should…

Sep 24, 2024

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