A trade spat could jack up the cost of going solar, killing jobs and obstructing efforts to do something about climate change.
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Climate change is making berries ripen early in Kodiak, Alaska, luring bears away from eating salmon. This shift may not…
For the first time in years, Americans are acutely aware of the perils of extreme weather, but don't expect views on…
As Texas and Florida rebuild after Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, they should plan for future climate change and design…
A recent study shows that large piles of coal produce measurable quantities of fine particulate air pollution within a 25-mile…
What scientists know – and don't know – about the linkage between climate change and hurricanes.
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Oysters grow in seawater and filter their food from it, so how do you shield them from waterborne diseases? Scientists are…
Social media apps are becoming as important as water, food and batteries when communities face natural disasters. One key…
After extreme weather events like Hurricane Harvey, city planners need to think about the smartest way to rebuild. Here…
Overuse of sand for construction and industry is harming the environment and fueling violence around the world. Scientists…
A new study shows that sustainable fish farming in deep ocean waters could produce as much seafood as all of the world's…
During Hurricane Katrina in 2005, some people died rather than evacuating without their pets. Now emergency managers are…
Three atmospheric scientists from Texas say Hurricane Harvey shows how the country needs to adapt to the effects of climate…
Why did some Texas coastal cities order mandatory evacuations ahead of Hurricane Harvey while others, including Houston,…
Ad hoc boat rescues have become critical parts of disaster response efforts, a trend first responders have officially embraced.
Many people may have stayed put during Hurricane Harvey because no storm that big had struck Texas since 1961. But like…
Hacer al Rio Grande grande otra vez sería bueno para el medioambiente fronterizo y costaría mucho menos que el muro propuesto…