The words we use to talk about nature are disappearing. Here’s why that matters.
Once upon a time, the English language was full of stories with “blossoms,” “rivers,” and “moss.” But these words are
Read MoreOnce upon a time, the English language was full of stories with “blossoms,” “rivers,” and “moss.” But these words are
Read MoreThis story is part of The Disaster Economy, a Grist series exploring the often chaotic, lucrative world of disaster response and
Read MoreThe storm had passed, but the water kept rising. In September 2017, Hurricane Irma slammed into Florida, causing tides to
Read MoreDrawing down carbon from the air and stashing it in underground rock formations has been framed as an essential way
Read MoreIn early August, in the village of Utulei on the eastern shore of Tatuila, the largest of seven islands that
Read MoreThe rats scurried into the shed. Flinching at the sound of a horde of tiny claws scratching at the ground,
Read MoreIt’s only been a few weeks since the Trump administration and lawmakers like Missouri Senator Josh Hawley succeeded in derailing
Read MoreEarlier this summer, the Banana Lake Fire erupted near Plains, Montana, engulfing over 850 acres in flames within a day.
Read MoreFor Donna Thomas, smokestacks are a typical sight from her home in Fort Bend County, Texas. Since she was a
Read MoreIn March, President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk appeared on the lawn of the White House to show off a line
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