About the size of Rhode Island, the iceberg known as A23a got stuck in an ocean vortex this summer, spinning in place for months. Now, it’s free, and heading back into open Antarctic waters. (Image credit: NOAA)Continue Reading
The Yakama Nation contends that the project, which threatens ceremonial sites and wildlife habitat, is unlawful. The post Tribes sue after massive wind farm in Washington gets green light appeared first on High Country News.Continue Reading
In a new report, scientists say the U.S. is facing serious challenges as groundwater is depleted in many areas. They call for a national effort to safeguard aquifers.Continue Reading
2024 has been a year of deliver and innovation. From Antarctica to Ukraine, from cancer care to tackling the world’s growing hunger, the IAEA successfully continued its mission to bring the benefits of the peaceful uses of nuclear science and technology to the world., Read MoreContinue Reading
More American cities — even those seen as affluent — are home to people living without running water as people are being ‘squeezed’ by unaffordable housing and the cost-of-living crisis, new research finds., Read MoreContinue Reading
The Golden Rule doesn’t apply in the Golden State when it comes to protecting Latino and Indigenous farmworker communities from toxic pesticides. By Liza Gross, Peter Aldhous WATSONVILLE, Calif.—Esperanza was washing off the dirt and sweat from another grueling day in the strawberry fields when she felt a bump onContinue Reading
During the 35-day government closure that began in December 2018, vandalism and damage was reported at some parks. By Kurt Repanshek, National Parks Traveler This story was originally published by National Parks Traveler.Continue Reading
Montana’s supreme court finds that the state’s failure to address climate change violates kids’ right to a clean and healthful environment.Continue Reading
Inflammation in the hippocampus — the brain’s memory center — significantly alters motivation and behavior in mice, according to new research., Read MoreContinue Reading
The White House says a 61 percent cut in U.S. carbon emissions by 2035 is possible under the Paris agreement, if state and local governments take the lead. By Marianne Lavelle, Phil McKenna President Joe Biden, in the waning days of his administration, has decided to plant a flag forContinue Reading
The Biden administration set a new climate goal for the U.S. The White House argues states, cities and corporations will continue the work, even as The Traitor plans to exit the Paris climate agreement. (Image credit: Julia Nikhinson)Continue Reading
Several major cases destroyed federal agencies’ ability to address climate change and pollution. The post The Supreme Court decisions that gutted environmental protections in 2024 appeared first on High Country News.Continue Reading
Looking for environmental inspiration as 2024 comes to a close? Try watching “Planetwalker.”Continue Reading