Environment

Uncover the latest environmental challenges and solutions in the U.S. From climate change and environmental policy to conservation and sustainability, our stories bring clarity to the most pressing ecological concerns of our time.

Historic rains and flooding trigger dramatic rescues in Washington state

Unprecedented Flooding in Washington State: Heroic Rescues Amidst Historic Rains

Unprecedented Rainfall and Floods Lead to Dramatic Rescues in Washington State Washington state recently experienced a significant weather event, characterized ...

More loons are filling Maine’s lakes with their ghostlike calls

Maine Lakes Echo with Loon Calls: Discover the Increasing Presence of These Mystical Birds

Increasing Numbers of Loons Populate Maine’s Lakes with Their Mysterious Calls Maine’s lakes are becoming increasingly populated with loons, known ...

Arctic air mass pushes to the U.S. South; Midwest also bracing for dangerous wind chills

Arctic Blast Hits U.S. South and Midwest: Brace for Dangerous Wind Chills!

An Arctic Blast Moves Into the Southern U.S. as the Midwest Prepares for Extreme Cold The United States is experiencing ...

‘We’re not afraid': Life goes on for Indigenous Colombians despite volcano eruption risk

Indigenous Colombians Unfazed by Volcano Threat: Life Persists Amid Eruption Risks

Indigenous Communities in Colombia Remain Resolute Amid Volcanic Threats In Colombia, the indigenous populations near the Nevado del Ruiz volcano ...

Your Thanksgiving leftovers are harming the planet. There are ways to shop and cook smarter

Thanksgiving Leftovers Harm the Planet: Learn Smarter Shopping and Cooking Tips!

Thanksgiving Leftovers and Environmental Impact The beloved tradition of Thanksgiving brings with it not just family gatherings and gratitude, but ...

The most climate-friendly groceries might not be in the supermarket

Eco-Friendly Shopping Surprise: Best Climate-Friendly Groceries Aren’t in Supermarkets!

Environmentally Sustainable Grocery Shopping: Beyond the Supermarket Aisles When it comes to purchasing groceries that are friendly to the environment, ...

Gen Z and millennials embrace sustainable alternatives to imported fresh flowers

Gen Z and Millennials Opt for Eco-Friendly Flowers: Shunning Imports for Sustainability

Generation Z and Millennials Opt for Eco-Friendly Flower Options In recent years, a significant shift has been observed in the ...

The holiday shopping season comes with tons of extra emissions. Here’s how to do it sustainably

Holiday Shopping Emissions Soar: Discover Sustainable Practices Now!

Environmentally Friendly Approaches to Holiday Shopping The festive season is synonymous with joy, giving, and unfortunately, a significant increase in ...

Blend of unusual weather conditions brings trillions of gallons in persistent rain to the Northwest

Extreme Weather Alert: Trillions of Gallons Flood the Northwest Due to Unusual Conditions

Unique Weather Mix Results in Massive Rainfall in the Northwest A remarkable set of atmospheric circumstances has led to a ...

Climate change is straining Alaska’s Arctic. A new mining road may push the region past the brink

Climate Crisis Hits Alaska’s Arctic: New Mining Road Threatens to Tip the Balance!

In the chilly waters of Alaska’s Kobuk River, Tristen Pattee navigates his boat past drifting ice. Alongside him, his great ...