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How California's atmospheric rivers will change the Colorado River
Historic storms have swept across the state in recent days, which could mean good things for the Colorado River, although levels remain low.
News
Biden administration strengthens clean air protection against deadly soot
The Environmental Protection Agency said stronger limits on fine particulate matter, or soot, could prevent 4,500 premature deaths a year.
Innovation
These companies are trying to remove toxic forever chemicals from our water
Toxic substances called PFAS taint about half the nation's tap water. Here's a look into the multibillion-dollar industry to clean up the mess.
How Prince Harry and William's colonialism scandals compare
The two royals have both been criticized by the same charity over projects in Africa.
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Mysterious California landfill fire raises major health fears
A reaction deep within Chiquita Canyon Landfill is releasing noxious gases and vapors, raising concerns for nearby residents.
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St. Lawrence River contaminated with toxic drugs
Caffeine, carbamazepine, diclofenac and ibuprofen were all found in the water, at particularly high concentrations near urban areas.
Religious Leaders Urge Faith in Electric Cars
The transportation industry is the single-largest U.S. source of greenhouse gas emissions, which means that auto companies have both a moral opportunity and a responsibility to protect the well-being of our communities.
A Second Trump Term Would Be Good News for the Environment
Biden's halt of natural gas exports harms the environment and benefits America's enemies.
Donald Trump rages about Biden's East Palestine trip
Biden is expected to visit the Ohio border town a year after a train derailment caused devastating environmental impacts.
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Scientists discover chemical that can recycle plastic in just 24 hours
The method of recycling discovered by scientists in the U.K. could recycle difficult plastics in just 24 hours.
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Companies to make millions from tackling climate change
The emissions offset market is attracting private investment as firms eye the increasing demand for carbon credits.
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Area twice the size of California to be allowed to return to nature
A public benefit corporation has secured $14 million in private financing to regenerate 100 million hectares of land.
A Vote for Trump Is a Vote for an Environmental Apocalypse
"Go home to mommy" was how Donald Trump mocked a protester, who called him a "climate criminal" during the former president's victory speech in Iowa.
Mona Lisa attacked by soup-throwing protesters, video shows
The artwork was attacked by two environmental protesters at the Louvre gallery in Paris.
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Seattle's salmon death problem may be step nearer a solution
New permeable pavements may retain toxic chemicals shed from car tires, preventing them from leaking into streams where coho salmon spawn.
News
Climate win: clean power could cut CO2 emissions from electricity this year
A new forecast shows low carbon sources will meet new global electricity demand, cutting the power sector's greenhouse gas emissions this year.
The Four Musts to Save the World From Global Warming
The new year's barely underway, and already it's a make-or-break moment for our precarious climate—and the U.S. role in saving it.
Nuclear war update as new Doomsday Clock prediction revealed
The global Doomsday Clock shows that numerous threats still exist and should be cause for caution, scientists say.
Satellite images show China's dam threatening neighbors' fresh water supply
China's new dam projects in the Himalayas could threaten the fresh water supply of millions downstream.
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Biden Climate Czar: U.S. climate action is 'bringing the whole world along'
White House Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi says the Biden administration is "clear-eyed" in its energy policy and stopping methane leaks is one way to slow warming.
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New York Stock Exchange drops idea on investing in nature amid GOP backlash
Natural Asset Companies would have allowed investments in the services nature provides, but the NYSE dropped the proposal after fierce conservative criticism.
News
Plan to save Great Salt Lake as water levels drop slammed as "inadequate"
Falling Great Salt Lake water levels have been a concern since hitting a record low in November 2022.
Sustainability
Why the carbon footprint of your fish might be bigger than you think
A new study shows that bottom trawl fishing pulls up more than fish from the seafloor: It also stirs up a significant source of CO2.
Climate Advocates Need To Calm Down About Taylor Swift's Jet
Let's shake off the desire to name Taylor Swift the anti-hero, and instead focus our energy on bad-blood-free climate action.
Sustainability
For MLK Day, a community vision for climate resilience and racial equity
A new initiative sets standards for economic growth and environmental sustainability inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.'s ideas about a "beloved community."
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These young climate activists grew up while waiting for their day in court
In 2015, a lawsuit argued that inaction on climate change violates constitutional rights for young people. Eight years later, the case might finally be heard.
Mystery of largest-ever primate's disappearance finally solved
The extinct great ape grew to an estimated height of around 10 feet and may have weighed roughly 440-600 pounds.
Millions of toxic "mermaid tears" engulf coastline and threaten wildlife
These pellets can leach polluting chemicals and bacteria, which can be harmful to marine animals that end up eating them.
Joe Biden is producing more oil than Donald Trump did
Oil production hit record under Biden despite making transition to renewables key part of his agenda. Will it hurt him in 2024?
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U.S. offshore wind industry is off to a turbulent start in the new year
In back-to-back events this week, one offshore wind developer delivered its first power to Massachusetts while another pulled the plug on a project in New York.