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Take a Hike Into the Ice Age on This National Scenic Trail

Since the 1950s, conservationists have been working to save Wisconsin’s ancient geology, one mile at a time.

To Nab Poachers, the Government Is Turning Dead Animals into Robots

Some of the taxidermied wildlife even poop M&Ms.

Does Nuclear Power Have a Future in America?

As the country seeks to cut its carbon emissions, onEarth looks into whether clean-burning nuclear reactors are a worthwhile option.

This Scientist Never Thought He’d Be Raiding Illegal Pot Farms for a Living

Crime, raids, destruction, and mounds of paperwork—it’s all part of the job.

California Is Finally Enjoying Some Rainfall—and So Are Its Invasive Species

The much-needed El Niño downpours might be helping exotic snakes, insects, and plants spread into new areas.

How Do You Raise a Solar Farm? It Takes a Village.

A new documentary shows us how all kinds of people are helping to build the solar industry.