alberta-separatism-would-be-terrible-for-indigenous-rights

Separation from Canada would be a disaster for Indigenous rights in Alberta and plunge the provincial economy into even greater uncertainty. Yet providing an easier path for Alberta separatists seems strangely to be a top priority of Premier Danielle Smith, regardless of the ensuing constitutional chaos. Bill 14 was hurriedContinue Reading

an-enormous-climate-blind-spot

By Johnny Sturgeon Oceans cover 70% of the earth’s surface, absorb 90% of excess heat trapped by greenhouse gases, and help prevent dramatic temperature spikes on land. Yet they’re often overlooked in conversations about climate change.Continue Reading

finding-freshwater-in-great-salt-lake

Earth Observatory Science Earth Observatory Finding Freshwater in Great… Earth Earth Observatory Image of the Day EO Explorer Topics All Topics Atmosphere Land Heat & Radiation Life on Earth Human Dimensions Natural Events Oceans Remote Sensing Technology Snow & Ice Water More Content Collections Global Maps World of Change ArticlesContinue Reading

new-dna-analysis-rewrites-the-story-of-the-beachy-head-woman

A Roman-era skeleton discovered in southern England has finally given up her secrets after more than a decade of debate. Known as the Beachy Head Woman, she was once thought to have roots in sub-Saharan Africa or the Mediterranean—an idea that sparked global attention. But new, high-quality DNA analysis paintsContinue Reading

what’s-killing-onshore-wind-power?

Facing staunch local opposition and federal roadblocks, new wind project development is teetering on the brink, despite growing power demand. Even Iowa, the nation’s most wind-powered state, is “closed for business,” experts say. By Dan Gearino, Anika Jane Beamer SHENANDOAH, Iowa—First viewed from a pickup truck driving south on U.S.Continue Reading

europa’s-ice-may-be-feeding-a-hidden-ocean-that-could-support-life

Europa’s subsurface ocean might be getting fed after all. Scientists found that salty, nutrient-rich surface ice can become heavy enough to break free and sink through Europa’s icy shell, delivering essential ingredients to the ocean below. The process is fast, repeatable, and works under many conditions. It offers a promisingContinue Reading