Steve Curwood
Federal Court halts drilling near parks
In a last-minute ruling, a federal judge issued a restraining order on the sale of oil and gas leases near several national parks.
Barack Obama’s pick for Labor Secretary
Congresswoman Hilda Solis has been a pioneer in getting barrio kids into college to train for green jobs.
Electric and plug-in hybrid cars
A Chinese car company recently began selling a plug-in hybrid electric car, but expect to wait two years before it's available in the U.S.
Sustainable Business Development
Former venture capitalist Woody Tasch says somewhere between philanthropy and venture capital, there needs to be investment in sustainable enterprises.
Tropical forests and global warming
Reasons for deforestation differ sharply across the tropics, but widespread clearing of tropical forests contribute to global warming.
Obama's rock star science team
Meet the star-studded science team recruited to lead major departments during Obama's presidency.
Lead and violent crime
New research reveals that lead exposure in early development shrinks key areas of the brain, and is linked with violent crime.
Climate talks in Poland
Progress was modest at the conference, but Senator John Kerry is optimistic the U.S. will play a vital part in forging an effective climate treaty.
Green gift ideas
If you're looking for gifts that are good for the planet, here are a few suggestions that are affordable, and quite unique.
New direction for the EPA
Some say the EPA under the Bush presidency had a disregard for science and decreased enforcement of laws protecting the environment and public health.
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