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Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Mary Roach’s new book, Fuzz, explores the management of human-wildlife conflicts
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A Wonky Policy Proposal in the Reconciliation Bill Could Help Prevent Climate Chaos
The Clean Electricity Payment Program is an essential part of the Democrats’ climate package
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For a New Generation of College Students, Climate Change Isn’t Political. It’s a Lived Reality.
But when it comes to how to respond to the crisis, the debate goes on
How One Washington County Took On the Fossil Fuel Industry—and Won
Whatcom County is the first in the US to ban new fossil fuel infrastructure
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ICYMI: Vegan Tuna, Huge Solar Expansion & Harvard Divests
A weekly roundup for busy people
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So You Want to Be an Architect?
First, go to a planning commission meeting
How 4-H Clubs Prep Youths for Today’s Eco Challenges
Once meant for farmers in training, 4-H is now a STEM tour de force
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Inside Schools’ Race to Carbon-Neutrality
Universities can’t yet reach carbon-zero, so some buy the title “carbon-neutral”
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Could Green Roofs on Schools Be a Climate Solution?
Inside the Public School Green Rooftop Program Act—and green roofs themselves
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5 Powerful—and Very Online—Youth Climate Activists
Here’s how they connect and educate international audiences via social media
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Cool Schools at 15 Years, by the Numbers
Check out the data that's gone into 15 years' worth of Cool Schools
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Get to Know the Sierra Student Coalition
Tested pro tips for—and from—youth climate activists
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The Top 20 Coolest Schools 2021
Get to know today's most sustainable colleges and universities
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Cool Schools 2021 Full Ranking
The complete list of Sierra's 2021 Cool Schools participants
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Fire: How Does It Even Work?
With increasing fire danger, a crash course in how to save structures
Will the Beloved Emperor Penguin Go Extinct?
A new study warns that the birds’ numbers are diminishing
It’s Time for Congress to Build Back Bolder
To ensure a truly just transition to a clean energy economy, workers must have the right to form unions
Cool Schools Top 10 Appearances by Year
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Cool Schools by Number of Appearances
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After a Week of Cascading Disasters, Grief Becomes a Crucible for Climate Action
Climate activists’ motto should be “First mourn—then organize!”
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