Claire Elise Thompson

This week, we’re discussing the idea of societal collapse (cheery, I know) — and how it might look quite a bit different than we imagine.

This week, we’re looking at how scientists are continuing to do climate research — by talking about it differently.

This week, we’re talking about how wind energy is bringing some surprising benefits to the residents of an oil and gas outpost in rural Texas.

This week, we’re discussing a ban on “fluoro waxes” — products containing PFAS, or forever chemicals — at the highest level of skiing.

This week, we’re sharing some highlights from our book club discussion with climate scientist Kimberly Nicholas.

This week, we’re rolling out a new special feature in Looking Forward: an advice column from climate-aware therapist Leslie Davenport.

This week, we’re looking at some of the climate words and phrases that defined 2025 — and what that says about where we’re at.

This week, we’re exploring an artifact shared with us by a reader: a print newsletter from Exxon dating back to 1975.

The climate paradox of having a dog

This week, we’re discussing a sensitive but important topic: the climate impact of our pets, and how they can be part of a greener future.