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Island Press’ work is rooted in the belief that science should be one of the foundations upon which we make choices in how we think and act in the public realm. As a nonprofit, our work aims to foster a rich understanding and appreciation of nature,...
If your organization/coalition/group views racial and ethnic diversity as an endpoint, and is only ready to add another color to your crayon box, please give deep consideration to your intent and process.
This Earth Day scientists will receive attention like never before (and they deserve it), but if they’re smart they’ll turn to great leaders like Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King, Jr. as models for how to engage the public. Both of them had what...
What if, even in the heart of a densely developed city, people could have meaningful encounters with nature? The idea of a green city, a sustainable city, and even a resilient city are well-understood. Now, the emerging ideal of a biophilic city—which...
The environment is facing tough times in a Trump presidency. Within an hour of his inaguration, all mentions of climate...
New forms of solar and battery-powered energy could soon be accessible to all—with some strategic assistance from the philanthropic sector.
Island Press agrees with National Geographic: big cats are cool. In honor of the last day of Nat Geo's ...
Communities of color are strong leaders in the fight against climate change, but only if policies and the process genuinely reflect their voice and vision.
Island Press has had many interns over the years. After reading this interview with former editorial intern...