Nearly half of young Americans say climate change is a "crisis"
The poll also found Bernie Sanders leads other White House hopefuls in support among young adults between the ages of 18 and 29
Earth Day
John Kerry says AOC's Green New Deal showed "more leadership" than Trump
As secretary of state under Obama, Kerry was instrumental in the 2016 signing of the international Paris climate agreement
Want to cut your carbon footprint? Myths vs. realities
When it comes to cutting down on carbon emissions, many consumers are focusing on the wrong thing, scientists say
"Mind-blowing": A younger generation pushes South Africa's solar power revolution
With a national electricity grid close to collapse, widespread blackouts and energy shortages are spurring a new generation of entrepreneurs
Earth Matters: Devices working around-the-clock to combat ocean pollution
Researchers are deploying new technologies to filter plastics and other debris that is threatening the viability of our oceans
Earth Matters: Climate change could dry up the Rio Grande River
Cities and farms in New Mexico have been preparing as water levels decline
India's pollution makes everyone "a smoker" — but there's hope
In a country where nearly 1.8 million people die every year from breathing the air, politicians and entrepreneurs are trying to go green
Earth Matters: Driving in London shows effects of climate change
Because of environmental concerns, the drive has been getting more expensive
Earth Matters: Behind the battle against deforestation in the Amazon rainforest
In the world's largest jungle, scientists are trying to understand the effects of cutting down so many trees for farmland
Climate change challenges from every corner of the globe
We're taking you to every continent to look at modern challenges and unique solutions to climate change across the globe
CBS News poll: Growing number think environment will be worse for next generation
Americans give the U.S. just average or low marks on the progress it has made on protecting the environment
How wind and solar became America's cheapest energy
A virtuous loop of dropping prices and rising interest has propelled clean energy to the top spot it holds today
Fashion industry's carbon impact is bigger than airline industry's
As consumers learn of toll fast fashion can take on the environment, they're embracing less wasteful alternatives
Petition seeks to make Earth Day a national holiday
The North Face wants people to be able to celebrate Earth Day outside, rather than in front of screens
"CBS This Morning" to report on every continent for Earth Day
On Monday, April 22, 2019, "CBS This Morning" will bring viewers stories from every corner of the globe
Earth Day challenge for gardeners: Don't poison bees
To help, more garden centers are curbing, ending or labeling plants treated with potentially bee-harming pesticides
Almanac: The first Earth Day
On April 22, 1970, Americans took part in a day aimed at protecting the only planet we call home
Future of climate change debate
A CBS News poll this week found just 12 percent believe the environment will improve for the next generation while 57 percent say it will get worse. Dr. M. Sanjayan, a senior scientist at Conservation International, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the health of the planet, the science marches being held around the world and the future of the climate change debate.
Most Americans pessimistic about environment’s future
A slim majority of Americans oppose lifting environmental regulations, according to a new CBS News poll
Five vegetarian dishes to help celebrate Earth Day
Need an easy (and delicious) way to reduce your carbon footprint this Earth Day? Look no further than these vegan and vegetarian recipes from Chowhound
Honoring Earth Day with a visit to Eden
In 2007, 60 Minutes visited a mountain rainforest in New Guinea, where Bob Simon encountered exotic birds that don't exist anywhere else
NYC wants to be Western Hemisphere's cleanest city
In 2005, NYC produced 3.6 million tons of garbage; Mayor DeBlasio to introduce ambitious plans to reduce that by 3 million tons annually
National Zoo launches “endangered song” to help save tigers
There are only about 400 Sumatran tigers left in the world, so the National Zoo and indie band Portugal. The Man teamed up to raise awareness
Antarctic climate was once like coastal California, study shows
Two new studies help determine age of Antarctic ice and former climate
An electric car could cost you less than you think
An Earth Day review shows electric cars can be big money savers -- if you meet certain criteria
Science
MIT develops plan to deflect "planet-killer" asteroids
If an asteroid appears to be speeding towards Earth, scientists would rather not use nuclear weapons to deflect it.
Climate change could wipe out coral reef habitats in decades
"By 2100, it's looking quite grim," the lead researcher said.
Nature up close: Marine biology at Monterey Bay
The waters off the California town made famous by John Steinbeck's "Cannery Row" feature one of the most productive and diverse marine ecosystems in the world
Jeff Bezos pledges $10 billion to combat climate change
"We can save Earth," but countries, companies and individuals must work together, Amazon founder says.
2nd massive storm hits North Atlantic and Western Europe
Dennis is massive, spanning more than 3,000 miles in width from eastern Canada to Scandinavia.
⅓ of animal and plant species might go extinct due to climate change
Tropics-based species are two to four times more likely to face eradication than those in temperate areas.
Coronavirus panic could be the endangered pangolin's new threat
Bill Zeigler, a top researcher at Chicago's Brookfield Zoo, shared his concerns.
Book excerpt: "Migraine: A History"
Medical historian Katherine Foxhall writes of a disabling disease that is little understood, but which affects one out of seven people on Earth
Last month was the hottest January on record, say scientists
The January 2020 record is consistent with long-term trends.
Watch: Iceberg bigger than Seattle breaks off of glacier
The massive iceberg releases significant quantities of ice into the ocean.
Nature up close: Giraffes, a most improbable animal
Their general anatomy is a study in superlatives: the tallest terrestrial animals on Earth, with necks that are six feet long, and strong legs to help support weight of up to 3,000 pounds
"I feel great": Astronaut Christina Koch on record stay in space
NASA astronaut Christina Koch talks to Norah O'Donnell about her 328-day mission in space and whether she's up for a trip to the moon.
Rare photo shows swirling dust devil on Mars
Dust devils aren't uncommon on the dusty, windy red planet — but capturing one in motion is incredibly rare.
Mysterious deep space radio burst sends signals every 16 days
A mysterious object in a galaxy 500 million light-years away is sending out signals — but astronomers have no idea why.
Heavy rainfall in Sydney extinguishes bushfires, but creates new dangers
The New South Wales Rural Fire Service called the recent rainfall "the most positive news we've had in some time."
