USAID helps hurricane survivors in Central and South America
After Hurricanes Eta and Iota swept through Central and South America, USAID jumped into action to provide relief supplies and other emergency aid.
NASA launches U.S.-European satellite mission to monitor global sea levels
A U.S.-European mission sent a satellite into space to collect information about rising sea levels that will help scientists and first responders.
China’s international building projects threaten biodiversity
The People's Republic of China’s One Belt, One Road initiative is destroying habitats and threatening endangered species, according to conservationists.
Illegal fishing degrades the environment
Illegal, irregular and unreported fishing hurts more than economies; it also destroys the environment through habitat destruction and overfishing.
China’s air pollution harms its citizens and the world
China is the world leader in mercury and greenhouse gas emissions, posing significant risks to China's citizens and the environment.
New U.S. strategy targets marine litter worldwide
The United States is working with international partners to reduce marine litter. Learn more about a new U.S. strategy for tackling this global challenge.
China’s development projects export environmental devastation
China's "One Belt, One Road" initiative is rife with corrupt construction projects that harm the environment in countries around the world.
China’s overfishing and pollution harm the world’s oceans [video]
By engaging in illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing around the world, China destroys invaluable marine ecosystems. Learn more here.
Stopping criminals who traffic wildlife
Pangolins and rhinos are two of the most trafficked animals in Africa to satisfy intense demand from China. See what America's doing to thwart it.