The World’s Water Access in One Visualization

Water is the world’s most precious commodity. Yet, an estimated $260 billion is lost globally each year from the lack of basic water access and sanitation. Read more

The Rise of Organic Cannabis in North America

Consumer spending on cannabis is projected to hit $10 billion in 2018. As the industry matures, a trend towards organic cannabis will ensue. Read more

Animation: The Heartbeat of Nature’s Productivity

This cartogram animation shows the cycle of nature’s productivity – which resembles a rhythmic heartbeat over the course of a year. Read more

Balancing the Environmental Costs of Cannabis

Legal cannabis cultivation emits as much CO2 as 92,660 cars annually. Growing cannabis sustainably can reduce this massive environmental footprint. Read more

Visualizing the World’s Top Plastic Emitting Rivers

Every year, 8 million metric tons of plastic enters the world’s oceans – much of it through our river systems. See which rivers are polluting the most. Read more

Mapping the Flow of the World’s Plastic Waste

Every year, the United States exports almost one million tons of plastic waste, including ‘recycled’ materials. Where does all of this waste go? Read more

Palladium: The Secret Weapon in Fighting Pollution

The world is in critical need of palladium. It’s a crucial metal in reducing emissions from gas-powered vehicles, and our secret weapon for cleaner air. Read more

Charts: America’s Political Divide, 1994–2017

Since 1994, the political divide in the United States has only become more extreme. How have American feelings across major issues evolved over time? Read more

Visualizing the Scale of Plastic Bottle Waste Against Major Landmarks

Today’s stunning visualization depicts the incredible scale of plastic bottle waste accumulated globally in each hour, day, month, year, and decade. Read more

Timelapse Maps: An Overview of Our Changing Planet

From rapid urbanization to retreating glaciers, these timelapsed satellite maps capture the drastic changes the Earth’s surface has undergone. Read more