Pete McCloskey (1927–2024), GOP congressman who fought Nixon

Pete McCloskey was a Republican congressman who became the first member of the House to call for Richard Nixon’s resignation, co-wrote the Endangered Species Act, and co-founded Earth Day.

Video: Green Funerals and Natural Burials

As a ‘green funeral’ trend grows in popularity, more people are planning burials that emphasize an organic return to the earth.

Rachel Carson, Environmental Crusader

Half a century after Rachel Carson's death, her work toward a cleaner environment still resonates.

Eddie Albert and Earth Day

Just as important to Eddie Albert as his acting career was his activism.