Climate Change

America’s stormwater infrastructure is buckling under the strain of aging systems and intensifying rainfall, leaving cities vulnerable to flooding and pollution.

Peatlands store more carbon than forests and sustain rare biodiversity, yet face escalating threats. Protecting them is crucial for climate and ecosystems alike.

This explosive storm, marked by a rapid drop in atmospheric pressure, is part of a growing trend of extreme weather events fueled by climate change.

Phoenix has unveiled the Shade Phoenix Plan, a bold initiative to combat rising urban heat with 27,000 new trees and 550 shade structures. The plan prioritizes heat-vulnerable communities, aiming to enhance climate resilience and tree equity citywide.

At COP29 in Azerbaijan, a global event meant to champion climate solutions, delegates are encountering a troubling irony: unsustainable food systems, rampant plastic waste, and mislabeling scandals.

The EU's sustainable finance framework falls short of Paris Agreement goals with experts recommending broadening the scope and implementing stronger transition finance measures.

Climate change has been detected beneath the surface in caves across the European Alps, where temperatures have increased by 0.2 °C per decade.

Manomet Conservation Sciences urges immediate, coordinated conservation efforts to reverse these alarming trends and protect vulnerable coastal habitats.

The Azores has created the largest marine protected area network in the North Atlantic, safeguarding 30% of its waters ahead of the UN Biodiversity Conference. This landmark decision sets a new standard for marine conservation and supports global biodiversity targets.

The USDA Forest Service is investing $16M in 100+ projects across 37 states to combat invasive species and protect U.S. forests under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

APP Group and BRIN partner to release Baung fish in Indonesia’s Payongek River, promoting conservation while supporting local economic development.

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.

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