On April 6, 2026, shortly before Earth slid behind the Moon from the perspective of Orion, and the spacecraft lost radio signal with mission control for 40 minutes, the Artemis II crew captured this stunning image of Earth setting over the lunar surface.

Grounding may improve sleep, reduce stress and lower inflammation. Here's what the science actually says and how to try it for Earth Day.

Science is essential. But the story of how we practice it has expanded over the decades to be more connected to real-world decisions and outcomes.

Faith, science and action can help protect Earth for future generations

Earth Day 2026 will be observed on April 22 with the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” focusing on climate action, renewable energy and community-driven environmental solutions worldwide.

Two new proposed NASA Earth science missions will attempt to address key research topics while leveraging both commercial and exploration capabilities. During NASA’s “Ignition” event March 24, the agency announced two new Earth science mission concepts,

A 60-million year old fossil palm leaf from Alaska. A new study by researchers including Isabel Montañez at UC Davis has produced the most accurate chart to date of how Earth's temperature has changed over hundreds of millions of years. (Credit ...

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Earth and climate sciences are key to addressing scientific issues relating to energy, mineral, and water resource security; ecosystem and environmental stewardship; hazards risk assessment; adaptation and mitigation; and climate variability and change.

Tufts’ Department of Earth and Climate Sciences will introduce two new majors, Earth Science and Climate Science, along with a new minor in Earth and Climate Sciences, starting in fall 2025. The current departmental offerings — majors in environmental ...

The study of Earth science isn’t just for students who are interested in how our planet works. It’s also for those who are passionate about addressing urgent global challenges such as climate change, resource conservation and environmental sustainability.