Stories by David Biello

Industry and our pursuit of fossil fuels have left indelible marks on the planet in numerous ways

This past summer's BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico brings to the surface failures in both government and industry

Medically induced comas are only used when other options are lacking

China could have one billion cars by mid-century--but what kind of vehicles will they be?

New rules to cut greenhouse gas emissions from existing and new power plants and oil refineries could take effect in 2012

China relies on coal for most of its energy while striving to cut greenhouse gas emissions and other pollution

The world largely endorses the Copenhagen Accord as a path forward for combating climate change, but postpones tough decisions for future talks

A new report outlines a strategy for the federal government to encourage clean energy technology

California is taking the initiative and moving forward with plans to curb emissions of greenhouse gases, even as prospects for national and even international efforts fade

The state's voters backed a plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions back to 1990 levels

Evolutionary biologist and musician Greg Graffin explains why there are no good songs about science and how evolution can be a guide to life

Plant-based plastics are beginning to replace petroleum. But as the price drops and usage rises, will the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Can the military go green with jet fuel?

The amount of electricity produced from the wind continues to grow at a rapid clip, meaning more and more wind turbines dot the landscape

So-called rare earths are not rare, but with no current domestic source the essential trace elements can be harder to come by than U.S. makers of wind turbines, hybrid cars, weapon systems and other technology would prefer