Three scenarios predicted for Lake Mead water levels
Current predictions show that Lake Mead could rise by over 10 feet by the end of July.
Pavlohrad Chemical Plant blast could spell eco-disaster for Ukraine
An explosion at a storage facility containing rocket fuel may have spewed toxic chemicals into the surrounding atmosphere of Pavlohrad in central east Ukraine.
Trump visits Ireland golf course embroiled in environmental lawsuit
The next court date in the lawsuit against Trump's Irish golf course is May 15.
Vaping is destroying the planet—Here's why
The massive rise in use of disposable vapes poses a challenging waste issue, and the throwaway culture it has spawned weakens the transition to a clean economy.
Banks Are Driving the Climate Crisis
The evidence is clear. We know where the money is going. Banks must do better for the environment and human rights.
The U.S. Government Made a Peculiar Concession in Arizona v. Navajo Nation
The American Southwest is currently experiencing its worst drought in 1,200 years, hitting the Navajo Nation the hardest.
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Rodents with orange teeth are wrecking the environment—and winning hearts
The nutria are highly invasive, and some states are unleashing eradication plans.
Solving Sargassum: Using an Environmental Disaster To Make Positive Climate
Sargassum is one of many environmental problems that need solving, and if we look hard enough, we can find a circular approach to them all.
Indiana industrial blaze is similar to toxic East Palestine fire
A contamination expert, who has dealt with industrial fires before, said the threats in Richmond likely mirror those that occurred due to the Ohio train crash.
Biden Owes Young People. He's Selling Our Future to Fossil Fuel Executives
The call to action is clear: We must stop fossil fuel extraction immediately to avoid catastrophic impacts on the living world.
Why Did The U.S. Solicitor General Flip-Flop on Climate Change?
Interstate environmental issues have long been governed by federal law and resolved by federal courts.
Huge seaweed clump seen from space as it moves toward Florida
The enormous mat of sargassum seaweed is thought to span 5,000 miles and weigh about 13 million tons.
Republicans accused of hypocrisy over toxic waste bill
Environmentalists are concerned about sections of HR1, which would provide exemptions from environmental protections on industrial hazardous waste.
Is red tide harmful to humans? Florida's toxic algae bloom explained
Red tides, which are caused by blooms of algae species Karenia brevis, can release neurotoxins into the air and lead to eye and respiratory irritation.
Forest Conservation Projects Must Be Community-Led
We strongly advocate for more women and young people in REDD+ decision-making.
Brett Kavanaugh's surprising dissent in SCOTUS ruling cheered by liberals
The Supreme Court has refused to hear a challenge to environmental lawyer Steven Donziger's conviction for criminal contempt.
We Can Reform the Broken Federal Oil and Gas Leasing System
The Department of Interior must ensure that the federal government's management of public lands provides a fair return to taxpayers
Biden administration faces Willow oil project lawsuit
Environmental organizations have filed a legal complaint against the federal government to halt a new oil drilling project in Alaska, following its approval.
Fact Check: Did Greta Thunberg delete claim that humanity will end by 2023?
Greta Thunberg has criticized politicians including Joe Biden and Donald Trump over climate change.
Joe Biden accused of trashing his climate credentials
The approval of a new oil drilling project in Alaska's far north risks undermining the president's track record on the environment, campaigners say.
How whiskey can cause fungus to spread
A black crust of fungus has coated a Tennessee town after feeding on the vapors of a nearby whiskey facility.
Stop Willow Project petition signed by 2.5M as anger grows against Biden
Two petitions with combined signatures in excess of 2.5 million are calling on the administration to drop a new oil project over environmental concerns.
Stop Willow project petition signed by 50k as Alaska oil plan sparks anger
As Joe Biden weighs his approval of a major oil project in the far north, climate activists are calling on the president to uphold his green credentials.
"I live in East Palestine. Officials downplayed the disaster"
My children were exposed to toxic chemicals. Weeks have passed and we still don't know if our homes are safe.
"Persistent" pollutants from Ohio train fire spark concerns
Concerns have been raised by lawmakers and experts about the potential effect dioxins released from the fire near East Palestine could have on the food chain.
Fury as woman embarrasses university student at lunch for "wasting food"
"OP just called out this girl's [eating disorder] in public," one Reddit user said.
EPA ruling on Ohio air quality "not at all reassuring": Epidemiologist
"If I lived in East Palestine, I would be skeptical of claims that it's safe to return home, and I'd be looking for greater transparency," Tim Whitehouse said.
Stop Dumping Abortion Medical Waste
When it comes to environmental protection, U.S. government officials seem to consider no lifestyle change too dramatic or costly.
Sept. 11 fuels doubt about Ohio train derailment air quality
Residents in East Palestine, Ohio, aren't sure if they can trust the EPA and other government officials about the air quality.
Series of chemical accidents sparks flood of conspiracy theories
Some people think the U.S. government is behind the accidents that spilled toxic chemicals into the environment in several states.