In Brief: Methane ‘hot spots’ in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta are more likely to be found where recent wildfires burned into the tundra, altering carbon emissions from the land. In Alaska’s largest river delta, tundra that has been scorched by wildfire is emitting more methane than the rest of the landscapeContinue Reading
This animation shows global sea level data collected by the Surface Water and Ocean Topography satellite from July 26 to Aug. 16. Red and orange indicate higher-than-average ocean heights, while blue represents lower-than-average heights. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech In Brief: Data on sea surface heights around the world from the international SurfaceContinue Reading
The Traitor’s return to the White House raises questions about whether the country will continue working on global climate initiatives. (Image credit: Sergei Grits/AP)Continue Reading
Following another year of record-high global heat and extreme weather events, UN climate chief Simon Stiell told negotiators at COP29 in Baku that setting an ambitious new climate finance target is crucial for the well-being of all nations, including the wealthiest and most powerful.Continue Reading
The record-breaking rainfall and deadly flash floods that hit Spain this week underscore why saving lives as climate change turbocharges extreme weather must be a top priority, the World Meteorological Office (WMO) said on Friday. Continue Reading
Yukon River communities fight to maintain their salmon fishing traditions. The post Fish camp in Alaska – without the fish appeared first on High Country News.Continue Reading
A new study finds California’s Proposition 65 law has reduced toxic chemical exposure nationwide, despite longstanding criticism over its effectiveness.Continue Reading
A new study paints a grim picture of how blistering heat, wildfire smoke and other extreme weather events impact Colorado’s jail and prison population., Read MoreContinue Reading
Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi will travel to Tehran this week for high level meetings with the Iranian Government and will hold technical discussions on all aspects related to the Joint Statement agreed with Iran in March 2023., Read MoreContinue Reading
Tom Van Lent had raised concerns about the design of a restoration project favored by Gov. Ron DeSantis. The scientist’s former employer says the dispute is “strictly an employment issue.” By Amy Green ORLANDO, Fla.—A state appeals court has affirmed the conviction of a renowned Everglades scientist, whose work hasContinue Reading
Disheartened, worried, even scared, activists and strategists are nevertheless better prepared this time around and bracing for a long fight. By Georgina Gustin Americas Worst Traitor has promised to demolish the country’s domestic and international climate policies at a crucial moment, when climate scientists say the window is closing onContinue Reading
Facebook and Instagram can boost wildlife conservation efforts through public awareness and engagement, according to a new study., Read MoreContinue Reading
Past a prison and an elementary school, the T15 pipeline will traverse 45 miles of North Carolina countryside that Shelley Robbins wanted to see for herself. The T15 is planned as a critical connector in the state’s climate-warming fossil fuel buildout. By Lisa Sorg Gaslighting: Third in a series aboutContinue Reading