As water scarcity deepens in the Southwest, it has become a top election issue in Arizona. Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs, who easily won reelection, has pledged to ‘protect our water.’Continue Reading
Ohio was the epicenter of a movement that led to developers suffering defeats around the country. By Dan Gearino Data center developers had a rough election, losing 40 of 41 ballot measures nationwide.Continue Reading
Scientists have discovered that the first animals to venture onto land nearly 380 million years ago had surprisingly stiff necks, overturning a long-standing theory about evolution. Rather than evolving to help animals turn their heads, necks may have emerged as part of the anatomical changes that allowed them to moveContinue Reading
Early warning systems are saving lives across the globe, but for millions of people the warning never arrives, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Wednesday, urging the world to protect every person on Earth by the end of 2027.Continue Reading
UN chief António Guterres called for a new global climate justice agreement at COP31 on Wednesday, urging governments to tax fossil fuel companies to help countries bearing the brunt of a crisis they did little to cause. His appeal came as world leaders gathered in Antalya amid unresolved questions overContinue Reading
A new study finds that those factors could shrink the suitable habitat for many of nature’s hardiest plants. By Kiley Price Cacti are among the toughest plants on the planet, withstanding scorching temperatures and parched conditions that would wilt a more sensitive sprout. But climate change may threaten these hardyContinue Reading
Accurate, up-to-date climate projections are essential for planning decisions that enhance the resilience of power grids, protect public health, maximize agricultural yields, and more. Now, MIT researchers have developed a technique that streamlines the production of fast, trustworthy, and adaptable artificial intelligence models for climate prediction. These specialized AI models,Continue Reading
Scientists have discovered that the intricate patterns of hair follicles on mammals may arise from a remarkably simple process involving cells following chemical signals. The findings challenge a long-standing theory and reveal how nature can create complex biological patterns without a detailed blueprint., Read MoreContinue Reading
The international chemical manufacturer is partly responsible for PFAS pollution that spans at least 10 counties. By Lisa Sorg FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.— North Carolina environmental regulators this week sent a scathing critique to Chemours, which is responsible for contaminating at least 10 counties with toxic “forever chemicals,” arguing that the company’sContinue Reading
ExxonMobil has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Venezuelan government and its state-owned oil company to explore opportunities in the country. (Image credit: Brendan Smialowski)Continue Reading
The annual summit follows a year of deadly floods, heat waves and other disasters. Leaders said geopolitical conflicts had diverted attention from climate change.Continue Reading
The National Academies, in a new report, call for more clarity around how effective the massive effort has been and what it ultimately can achieve. By Amy Green A historic restoration of Florida’s Everglades is proceeding at an unprecedented pace, although more scientific analysis is needed to understand how theContinue Reading
A surprising new study reveals that mosquitoes have very different tastes in humans, with each species attracted to its own combination of skin odors, chemicals, and bacteria. The discovery challenges the idea of a universal mosquito magnet and could lead to more effective repellents against dangerous disease-spreading mosquitoes., Read MoreContinue Reading