Located in the western Aktobe region, Kokzhide is one of the largest underground sources of fresh water in all of Kazakhstan. According to various estimates, it contains at least 1.5 billion cubic ...

While growing evidence shows that carbon emissions are harming the economy, the journal Nature found that an outlier paper had deep flaws. By Lydia DePillis In April 2024, the prestigious journal ...

Ever take a walk in the woods and feel relaxed? It’s not just you—spending time in nature is scientifically proven to boost your mental health. I spoke with Dr. Stacy Beller Stryer, a pediatrician and ...

Well-planned, well-managed nature-based tourism is a massive development opportunity. Money spent by tourists on activities, transportation, food, and accommodation ripple through local communities.

Marc Berman is out to start a revolution. I am already a convert to his cause – and you may be too, having read in New Scientist about the extraordinary benefits of a nature walk, the healing power of ...

Cities across the globe face growing sustainability and resilience challenges that will require innovative solutions and collaborative partnerships. The pace of climate change, the frequency and ...

Have you ever noticed how calm and grounded you feel after spending time in a forest, by the sea, or under a big tree? That feeling is not a coincidence—there’s growing scientific evidence showing how ...

Alyssa Battistoni ▪ Spring 2025 Fires burn along the Trans-Amazonian Highway near the Aripuaña National Forest in Brazil in 2021. (Lynsey Addario/Getty Images) In classical political economy, ...

The best nature documentaries are the ultimate trip, minus the drugs. I'm talking about the kind of films that make you feel like you're sweating in the savanna, freezing in the Arctic, or staring ...

Integrating natural elements into architectural design has long been a fundamental pursuit in creating comfortable, sustainable environments that enhance both individual well-being and the ...