Earth & Climate

Stanford researchers are creating an interdisciplinary approach to education that connects students with the complexities of ocean ecosystems and human interaction.

Increased natural gas production could inadvertently slow investment in clean energy and lead to higher carbon emissions, a new paper finds.

As awareness of smoke-related health risks grows, Stanford-led research suggests that prescribed burns can help reduce both wildfire intensity and harmful smoke.

The findings strengthen evidence that conserving biodiversity is critical to the health of people and the planet.

A proposed water market model for the Colorado River basin aims to boost water security and restore ecosystems amid intensifying shortages.

A sweeping new analysis finds that rising temperatures will reduce global food production despite adaptation and development. Projected losses for U.S. agriculture are especially steep.

Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability Professor Rob Jackson is a recipient of the international award, which recognizes significant work advancing solutions to pressing environmental problems.

Despite facing considerable wildfire risk, many power utilities have yet to adopt basic mitigation measures – endangering communities and the future energy system.

A new study finds that Americans often misjudge the relative climate impact of behaviors like recycling, biking, and eating less meat. The good news? They’re willing to shift behavior when given more information.

As data, AI, and decarbonization reshape global energy systems, Stanford experts explore how energy science is evolving to meet the demands of the next 25 years.