Sarah Gibbens

From paper to plastic, recycling is fantastic. But there are many rules and nuances consumers might not be aware of.

Experts weigh in on the chemicals that can be found in drinking water, how it’s regulated, and what you can do if you’re worried about your water.

From a lake that claimed hundreds of lives to another that mummifies creatures that fall in, these lakes will send a shiver up your spine.

Death cap mushrooms are exploiting our interconnected world to start popping up in unexpected, new places. And it’s not the only fungus taking advantage.

If trying to “go green” feels like one more entry on your long to-do list, this article is for you.

They’re some of the coldest, windiest places in the world, but life has evolved to thrive in these icy environments.

Here’s a look at why greens are so vulnerable to contamination, how to avoid getting sick, and whether you can really trust labels that say “triple-washed.”

From the hairs on a sea buckthorn plant to a rodent’s optic nerve, the winners of Nikon’s Small World photo contest offer a fascinating glimpse into the microscopic.

Sending those rubber-cored balls to the landfill is just part of the environmental toll they take. Fortunately, there are more sustainable alternatives.

Four billion American chestnut trees were killed by a deadly fungus. In the quest for its revival, can scientists learn to build a better tree?