More stories by ppavone

An abandoned copper mine in the heart of the Alaskan wilderness reminds us of the transience of industry.

Bomb disposal experts face life-endangering challenges every day in their fight for freedom.

The stunning, hand-carved cave temples of India testify to the strength of religious devotion.

The bear's dependency on the diminishing salmon population could change the outcome of this match.

The process that converts the coca plant into powdered cocaine hydrochloride involves people from all walks of life.

Up and coming artist Kyle Zeto tells Environmental Graffiti about his post-environmentalist work.

Whether it's as a sign of tiredness, boredom or aggression, yawning can be one of the most contagious things animals can do, so here it is... in pictures!

Two hundred feet under the sea, a sunken fleet of 60 ships and 275 airplanes have become home to marine life. Rather than memorial flowers, coral honors this grave.

How can a desire to melt into nature be so environmentally ignorant?

Cotton doesn't feel quite so soft if you know that it has been picked by exploited child workers.

Denmark's largest offshore wind farm is teaching the world turbines can be graceful.

Despite their epic history of violence, cats and dogs are often forced to coexist as pets - leading to some of the most adorable battles on earth!

Spectacular stained glass ceilings from around the world that make sunlight colorful.

Not all rocks are boring – especially when they weigh several tons, are round, and appear to have hatched!

Even the most idealistic vegetarian understands that chicken and beef are staple foods. However, the consumption of these little creatures might pose more of a challenge!

Whether it's as the Leaning Tower of Illnois or a corn on the cob, water towers comes in all shapes and sizes!

These giant limestone mounds in the Philippines make for a charming but formidable landscape.