Conservation

Our guest is Gary Paul Nabhan, celebrated ethnobotanist and biocultural conservationist. In his new book "Water in the Desert," he traces the fascinating story of his life.

Several Colorado and Idaho counties have passed moratoriums on data center development, at least for now. Cheyenne, Wyoming, opted to speed ahead.

We talk with Amy Bowers Cordalis about her new book "The Water Remembers: My Indigenous Family's Fight to Save a River and a Way of Life."

The pygmy rabbit is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. Conservationists say federal wildlife officials are years behind on deciding whether to grant protections for the species.

There have been multiple federal efforts to sell public lands for housing, including by Utah lawmakers. Some housing and conservation groups argue these proposals need to ensure affordability.

When one has the opportunity to experience the grandeur of the Milky Way, witness a shooting star, or identify a new constellation, such moments can spark curiosity, a sense of awe, and provide memories that last a lifetime.

Utah is investing $2 million each year in wildlife crossings to help animals safely navigate roads and reconnect habitats, reducing collisions and supporting species from mule deer to desert tortoise

What can bones tell us about life millions of years ago? A paleobiologist decodes chemical clues to uncover how animals lived, ate, and adapted in a changing world.

Utah is targeting invasive phragmites to help restore Great Salt Lake. Experts say removal could save water, but recovery will take years and sustained effort.

Chronic wasting disease is on the rise in Utah. Scientists explain how it spreads, what symptoms to watch for, and how the public can help track it.