Meet the Midwestern Farmer Restoring the Land by Growing Native Plants
“There's all kinds of environmental nightmares going on right now, and we need to do an ecological rehabilitation of this planet in a hurry.”
Are Flooded Fields and Orchards the Answer to California’s Groundwater Shortage?
Some growers in California believe that harvesting and storing surface water deep underground could be one solution to the state’s water woes.
Mexico’s Floating Gardens Are an Ancient Wonder of Sustainable Farming
Chinampas — an ingenious adaptation to the Valley of Mexico’s lake-filled landscape — could hold lessons for cities around the world.
Preserving the Salt Ponds of Hanapēpē
Hawaiian salt farming is an ancient practice passed down through generations. Locals hope modern problems won’t stand in the way of tradition.
Drinking, and Thinking About, More Sustainable Beer
This month, Earth to Beer is raising awareness about sustainability and conservation by bringing together breweries and nonprofits in a collaborative effort to make more environmentally friendly beer.
When Corporate Sustainability Goals Are Good for Business
In her new book, Bon Appétit Management Company strategic advisor Maisie Ganzler talks about the business of marketing sustainability.
Opinion: To Make a Real Impact on Climate Change, We Must Move Beyond the Carbon Footprint
Focusing on just one emissions metric minimizes all the other benefits of actions like urban agriculture.
Spotlight On the Modern Composters on Wheels
Soil Cycle picks up food waste on bikes and turns it into compost for its customers.
Urban Agriculture isn’t as Climate-Friendly as It Seems. These Best Practices Can Help.
Urban agriculture has many community benefits, but it isn’t always better for the climate than conventional agriculture—unless you follow these practices.
