Accompany NASA scientists as they explore our world and unravel the mysteries of climate and environmental change.
William Smith (1769-1839)
William Smith discovered that he could identify rock layers by the unique fossils they held. His discovery helped later generations of scientists to understand the history of life on Earth.
American Carbon: Vulcan Project Maps Nation's Fossil Fuel Emissions in Detail
The Vulcan Project maps when and where Americans burn fossil fuels.
The Ocean's Carbon Balance
The amount of carbon dioxide that the ocean can take from the atmosphere is controlled by both natural cycles and human activity.
Siberia Blog 2008
Scientists on a remote river in Siberia send field reports of their expedition to study the impacts of fire and climate change on northern forests and tundra.