What do tornadoes look like on the inside?
You can’t photograph the inside of a twister, but radar offers some clues.
May 2, 2022
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Environment
Satellites over the Amazon capture the choking of the ‘house of God’ by the Belo Monte Dam – they ca
When Indigenous peoples lose their river flow to dams, satellite programs like Landsat can help them fight for their resources.
May 2, 2022
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New Englanders support more offshore wind power – just don’t send it to New York
The regionalism that fuels the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry is also found in U.S. attitudes about energy production, a new study…
April 29, 2022
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Russia's weaponization of natural gas could backfire by destroying demand for it
Has Putin hurt Russia by jolting Europe’s shift away from fossil fuels into high gear?
April 29, 2022
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War in Ukraine is pushing global acute hunger to the highest level in this century
Grain and fertilizer shortages, higher shipping costs and a strong dollar are all pushing food prices up and increasing…
April 27, 2022
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Rising authoritarianism and worsening climate change share a fossil-fueled secret
A new book lays out the connections between industries and politicians that are both stalling action on climate change and…
April 27, 2022
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Disease-causing parasites can hitch a ride on plastics and potentially spread through the sea, new r
Normally land-bound pathogens that cause deadly diseases for both humans and animals can cling to microplastics and end…
April 26, 2022
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Linking protected areas from Yellowstone to the Yukon shows the value of conserving large landscapes
Parks and refuges are important for conservation, but without connections, they’re like islands. Linking them by protecting…
April 26, 2022
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Meet the power plant of the future: Solar + battery hybrids are poised for explosive growth
The majority of power plants applying to connect to the US grid are now solar, and over a third of those are hybrids that…
April 25, 2022
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Protecting biodiversity – and making it accessible – has paid off for Costa Rica
Tourism revenues account for almost 10% of Costa Rica’s gross domestic product. New research shows that charismatic wildlife…
April 22, 2022
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Achoo! 5 essential reads for pollen season
Pollen brings seasonal misery to millions of Americans, but it serves a critical purpose: fertilizing many kinds of plants,…
April 21, 2022
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Why freezing the Arctic Council is bad news for global security
The Arctic Council was the world’s primary forum for cooperation among the eight Arctic nations and a channel for diplomacy…
April 20, 2022
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Jaguars could return to the US Southwest – but only if they have pathways to move north
Keeping landscapes connected can help protect wild animals and plants. In the US Southwest, border wall construction is…
April 19, 2022
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Climate change will transform how we live, but these tech and policy experts see reason for optimism
Solutions already exist. What’s holding humanity back is the will to get past the status quo and embrace innovation.
April 18, 2022
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Is it possible to heal the damage we have already done to the Earth?
The Earth is a resilient planet, but people are altering it in ways that may take centuries to reverse.
April 18, 2022
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The information age is starting to transform fishing worldwide
One of the oldest industries, fishing, is entering the world of advanced analytics and data-driven planning. With oceans…
April 14, 2022
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Redwood trees have two types of leaves, scientists find – a trait that could help them survive in a
New research shows that coast redwood trees have a surprising adaptation that helps then thrive in both wet and dry environments.
April 13, 2022
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Thawing permafrost is roiling the Arctic landscape, driven by a hidden world of changes beneath the
Ground is collapsing and massive lakes are draining in a matter of days. Thawing permafrost is having profound effects on…
April 12, 2022
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Raising cattle on native grasses in the eastern U.S. benefits farmers, wildlife and the soil
Growing native grasses as cattle forage is an example of working lands conservation – balancing human use of the land…
April 12, 2022
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Electrifying homes to slow climate change: 4 essential reads
Many people want to know about practical suggestions to help slow climate change. Effective action starts at home.
April 11, 2022
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