U.S. sanctions Venezuelan state-owned oil company
The United States is protecting natural resources and preserving revenue for the Venezuelan people through sanctions on the state-owned oil company, PDVSA.
Almost everybody’s in … high participation raises spirits before climate summit
At COP21, participating countries are planning on adapting to and slowing the effects of climate change. Do you know what your country is pledging?
A boy’s dilemma over holiday lights and other environmental tales
Learn about 10 kids around the world who recently received Action for Nature's Young Eco-Hero Awards for their environmental leadership and innovations.
California drought inspires innovative approaches
As drought in California continues into a fourth year, the water shortage is driving farmers and residents to adopt efficient technologies and practices.
Sanctuaries save the creatures of the sea
Marine sanctuaries protect nature while allowing people to use the waters sustainably. On World Ocean Day, read about U.S. marine sanctuaries.
‘Protect our parks, and protect this planet for generations’
While visiting Yosemite to celebrate the National Park Service's 100th anniversary, President Obama asked people to protect our parks and our future.
They did it! Pilots complete their flight around the world in...
Powered by the sun, and storing energy in lithium batteries, two pilots flew this historic plane 35,000 kilometers around the world.
Communities win with renewable energy
Americans love to compete. It might be baseball, or basketball or...green power? Beginning in 2013, a number of U.S. cities stepped up to the...
Ocean art at State Department illustrates threat to marine life
A colorful fish made of plastic debris recovered from the ocean is displayed outside of the State Department to bring awareness of polluted waters.