What Is the Endangered Species List and How Is It Created?
The Endangered Species List is a scientifically vetted roster of plants and animals at risk of extinction, created through a rigorous assessment, public
October 18, 2025
Data Explainer
The Greenland Ice Sheet Explained
The Greenland Ice Sheet, covering 1.7 million km² and holding about 10 % of Earth’s freshwater, is a critical climate indicator whose melting influences sea level,
October 17, 2025
How Many Species Have Gone Extinct Since 1800?
Since 1800, scientists estimate that over 1,000 documented species have vanished, a loss driven by habitat change, overexploitation, invasive species, and climate change,
October 16, 2025
Are Wind Turbines a Bad Energy Source? Facts vs. Fiction
Wind turbines are a renewable power source that can reduce greenhouse‑gas emissions, but questions about cost, land use, wildlife impacts, noise, and intermittency
October 16, 2025
What Is the IUCN and What Does It Actually Do?
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is a global network of governments, NGOs and experts that assesses species risk, advises policy
October 15, 2025
