People and planet Clean water Topics View all Climate and energy People and planet Business and innovation Subcategories View all Clean air Food safety Fisheries and oceans Forests Clean water Chemicals and health Environmental justice Explainer February 7, 2025 Air and water are not going to protect themselves If President Trump really wants the U.S. to have the cleanest air and cleanest water, his administration must protect and strengthen... Video December 31, 2024 As miners move in, local fishers seek to preserve an island paradise The waters near the island of Andros in the Bahamas contain one of the world's largest barrier reefs, and it is under threat from a proposed... People December 12, 2024 We need to get lead out of drinking water, but some fixes are making it worse Half-fixes cause more harm. When water utilities only partially replace lead pipes, it increases the risk of lead exposure for residents. Profile December 6, 2024 Meet Rosa Inguanzo, champion of change Rosa Inguanzo is uniting her central California community to call for clean water. Deep dive June 20, 2024 Hurricanes’ hidden risk: toxic chemicals Hurricanes are obviously destructive, but they also carry a hidden danger — toxic chemicals in the air and water. Profile June 18, 2024 Meet Lamont Taylor, champion of change Lamont Taylor has spent decades as a civil rights activist. Now, the 72 year old has turned his attention to environmental justice. Climate change April 11, 2024 Restoring mangroves in Ecuador Mangrove trees are an essential part of many communities, and their climate impact extends far beyond the waters of Ecuador. Climate change February 21, 2024 Innovation blooms on African farms African farmers like Joshua Zinzombe and Grace Gondwe are facing a hotter future with optimism and ingenuity as they look to lead a global... In Pictures January 31, 2024 Wetlands are worth it Wetlands are critically important ecosystems that protect people and wildlife, including helping safeguard against damage from hurricanes... 1 2 3 The only climate stories you need, straight to your inbox