Climate Change

The USDA has allocated $1.5 billion to support 92 conservation projects across the U.S. This funding includes $21 million for New Hampshire projects.

University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers use an advanced simulation method to provide the most precise continental-scale estimate of CO2 emissions from U.S. inland waters.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign study reveals a new way for farmers to capture excess phosphorus from drainage water and repurpose it as fertilizer.

JBS's Brazilian supply chain investigation uncovers chemical deforestation, risking tainted meat in U.S. stores. Federal scrutiny urged as NYSE listing looms.

As the U.S. nears the 2024 presidential election, climate change stands at a critical crossroads. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump each propose vastly different paths forward.

As Florida’s aquifer faces environmental pressures, conservationists work to protect springs that sustain water supplies, wildlife, and a thriving tourism industry.

Confronting climate change while fostering economic growth is a critical issue today, underscored by the reliance on fossil fuels. These fuels remain a common energy choice due to their low cost, yet …

Southeast Asia faces a dual challenge: ensuring energy security while addressing the environmental impacts of fossil fuel dependence.

As hurricanes grow stronger and more destructive, FEMA adapts its response to meet the challenges of a warming world.

2.1 Billion People Lack Clean Cooking Access

With its G20 presidency, Brazil has unveiled an ambitious roadmap aimed at achieving universal clean cooking access by 2030.

As greenhouse gas emissions hit record levels in 2023, the United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) latest report, “No More Hot Air … Please!”, warns that without bold, immediate action, meeting the Paris Agreement targets of limiting warming to 1.5°C or 2°C could become impossible.

UC Berkeley's COF-999 tech offers a breakthrough in cost-effective carbon capture, promising efficient CO2 removal and reshaping negative emissions goals.

Every day, 1,000 children die from unsafe water, and 3 billion people are threatened by dwindling water supplies. Immediate action is needed to treat water as a global common good before the consequences deepen across economies and ecosystems.

The endorsements from Monaco and Canada add to the mounting international support for IPOS, which is designed to enhance the flow of scientific knowledge into policymaking processes. IPOS aims to consolidate ocean data from around the world and mobilize diverse expertise across various sectors to provide policymakers with timely, actionable information.

As 13 named storms mark the 2024 hurricane season so far, NOAA's outlook predicts more to come. The 2024 hurricane season continues a two-decade trend of increasing hurricane intensity and frequency.

Marine heatwaves, once a rarity in UK waters, are emerging as a significant threat to the nation's £6.8 billion marine economy. New research suggests that the southern North Sea, a critical area for fishing and offshore energy, is particularly vulnerable to these extreme events, which could dramatically reshape marine ecosystems and industry operations in the coming decades.

The Antarctic Peninsula’s vegetation cover has increased by more than 1,000% in the last 40 years, expanding from less than one square kilometer to nearly 12 square kilometers. This rapid greening trend is a clear sign of how quickly climate change is reshaping even the planet’s most remote and extreme environments.

New research reveals that ambitious climate policies could simultaneously tackle global warming and economic inequality. A study published in Nature Climate Change demonstrates how redistributing carbon revenues can offset short-term costs and reduce income disparities, offering businesses a roadmap for sustainable and equitable growth.

As sustainability becomes a priority for institutions worldwide, schools are increasingly emerging as leaders in environmental responsibility.

Recent research has revealed a hidden but alarming consequence of hurricanes in the United States: an increase in death rates that can persist for up to 15 years after a storm has passed. While the …

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