In a remarkable year of visual storytelling, Mongabay's Video Team has redefined environmental journalism by highlighting innovative solutions and unsung heroes protecting our planet's ecosystems.

The team strategically collaborated with the Solutions Journalism Network to produce groundbreaking documentaries that go beyond traditional reporting, focusing on the people and projects making tangible differences in wildlife conservation, climate action, and environmental protection.

Experimental new series like Wild Targets and Against All Odds emerged alongside critically acclaimed short documentaries such as 'Yaku Raymi: The Quechua Ritual to Save a Glacier' and 'The Clearing: Young Activists Risk All to Defend Cambodia's Environment'. These powerful narratives showcase the extraordinary efforts of individuals confronting environmental challenges head-on.

A significant highlight was their collaboration with the Associated Press, producing a compelling video about women reclaiming traditional Aztec floating farms in Mexico City. Additionally, Mongabay launched its first Amazon grant with One World Media, awarded to independent filmmaker Felipe Pérez, supporting stories that inform, inspire, and create meaningful impact.

The team's top 10 most-watched videos of 2025 represent a diverse exploration of human-nature interactions, including remarkable stories like the red sand boa's conservation in India, the rewilding of Spain's Alto Tajo Natural Park with wild horses, and Tanzania's innovative use of giant pouched rats in wildlife crime detection.

Their investigative work also shed light on critical environmental issues, such as the complex challenges facing forest conservation and gold mining in the Republic of Congo. By partnering with organizations like the Pulitzer Center's Rainforest Investigations Network, Mongabay continues to push the boundaries of environmental storytelling.

The year also saw innovative series launches like 'Then v. Now', exploring conservation technologies, and 'Conservation Entangled', which unpacks the nuanced complexities of conservation efforts. These fresh approaches demonstrate the team's commitment to engaging, dynamic storytelling that captures the imagination while driving meaningful awareness.

Perhaps most impressively, Mongabay's video investigation 'The Price of Europe's Paper Packaging Boom' won first prize at the Hostwriter Creators 2025 awards, cementing the team's reputation for hard-hitting, solutions-oriented journalism that doesn't just report on problems, but illuminates potential paths forward.