Reports & Multimedia

2014 was a year of progress—so why are so many of the country's's biggest brands still using palm oil that contributes to deforestation and peatland destruction?

Oil shale is a dirty and expensive source of unconventional oil.

Tight oil is an emissions-intensive source of unconventional oil—and production is ramping up.

How scientists can partner with marginalized communities to work towards justice and equity

Oil is changing—and its impacts are becoming more severe.

Renewable energy can supply half of California's electricity by 2030. Technologies and improved grid practices are available today to ensure a cost-effective, reliable electricity supply.

Drivetrains are the collection of components that deliver power from a vehicle’s engine or motor to the vehicle’s wheels.

Fuel cell vehicles use hydrogen to produce electricity, generating less pollution than gas-powered cars and trucks.

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles combine a gasoline or diesel engine with an electric motor and a large rechargeable battery.

Battery electric cars run exclusively on electricity—cutting air pollution and global warming pollution.

Unlike conventional vehicles, electric cars and trucks use a motor powered by batteries or a fuel cell.

School lunch programs are helping kids eat better—but they're fighting an uphill battle in an unhealthy food system.