Morgan Ellis 
In the remote mountains of Ladakh, India, Tsering Dolma balances her 1-year-old son on her back while guiding a group of yaks into a stone enclosure as dusk settles. This rugged terrain, characterized by sparse grasslands transitioning into rocky foothills and sharp peaks, is home to a handful of herders like Dolma who are often … Read more
HONEOYE, N.Y. (AP) — On a damp evening in March, John Bateman dons his boots and headlamp and makes his way to a marsh intersected by a busy highway. As he treads along, he keeps an eye out for spring peepers, toads, salamanders, and newts slowly trekking to new breeding grounds, occasionally stooping to ensure … Read more
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — After experiencing severe wildfires throughout Southern California in 2020, Jasmin Singer and her spouse, Moore Rhys, decided it was time to leave Los Angeles. They packed up and relocated to New York state. They considered both Ithaca and Geneva but ultimately chose Rochester, located roughly a six-hour drive northwest of New … Read more
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — Reneé Colón, with her vibrant purple-and-pink hair, ascends a small ladder within a section of a warehouse she rents, feeding Brazilian coffee beans into her aging roaster. These beans are particularly valuable, having weathered a year when environmental adversities hampered global coffee production, causing the cost of raw beans to double … Read more
PENN YAN, N.Y. (AP) — A decade earlier, Scott Osborn would have enthusiastically encouraged those considering starting a vineyard to take the plunge. However, his advice has since changed dramatically. “You’re crazy,” Osborn now tells those looking to enter the wine industry. He owns Fox Run Vineyards, a vast 50-acre (20-hectare) estate on Seneca Lake, … Read more
In Skaneateles, New York, Jeremy Brown, a farmer, affectionately touches the nose of a young calf. “I’m particularly fond of the ones with pink noses,” he comments. The calf, sporting a pink nose, is among the roughly 3,200 cattle housed at Twin Birch Dairy. To Brown, these cows are more than mere farm laborers; they … Read more
ONBOARD LIFTBOAT ROBERT, North Atlantic (AP) — A remarkable discovery has been made on the Continental Shelf in the waters off the northeastern United States. Hidden beneath the ocean’s floor, scientists have confirmed the existence of a vast reservoir of freshwater, a secret kept by the earth for millenniums. This revelation comes at a critical … Read more
ONBOARD LIFTBOAT ROBERT, North Atlantic (AP) — Eons ago, a frozen expanse transitioned into a watery realm as ice receded and sea levels climbed near what is today the northeastern coast of the United States. Nearly half a century past, a vessel operated by the U.S. government embarked on a quest off this coast to … Read more
Considering a Heat Pump? Key Factors to Guide Your Decision If you’re in the market for a new heating system, you might be considering a heat pump. This option is lauded for its ability to provide efficient heating and cooling in many climates. However, choosing the right heat pump involves understanding several important factors to … Read more
Choosing Eco-Friendly Options for Online Shopping Online shopping has become a staple for many, offering an easy and convenient way to purchase everything from groceries to electronics. However, the environmental impact of this convenience is significant, from the carbon emissions of delivery vehicles to the waste produced by packaging materials. Making more sustainable and climate-friendly … Read more
