Following Hurricane Helene's devastating floods in Florida, homeowner Steve Papola rebuilt his home with flood mitigation in mind. Experts advise those in flood-prone areas to consider flood-resistant building materials like tile and cement board, elevating homes and electrical outlets, and securing flood insurance. The rising frequency and intensity...
The Trump administration's EPA proposed a rule claiming fossil fuel plant emissions don't significantly contribute to dangerous air pollution. This assertion was refuted by 19 out of 30 consulted climate scientists, who deemed the proposal scientifically inaccurate and misleading. Experts likened the claim to denying links between smoking...
May 2025 global temperatures were 1.4 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, a slight decrease from recent months, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service. While this offers temporary relief, continued warming means exceeding the 1.5C threshold is likely. Northwestern Europe experienced an exceptionally dry spring with record-low...
Indonesia suspended four nickel mining operations in Raja Ampat, a renowned diving destination, due to environmental violations. The decision follows an investigation revealing non-compliance by the four companies, which hadn't secured necessary approvals. One company, Gag Nikel, was allowed to continue operations outside the protected geopark area, but...
Copernicus Climate Change Service reports May 2025 was the second warmest globally, with temperatures 0.53°C above the 1991-2020 average. Northwestern Europe experienced exceptionally dry conditions, the lowest since 1979, leading to drought concerns and potential crop failures. Globally, dry weather impacted various regions including North America, Africa, and...
A new study published in Global Change Biology reveals that ocean acidification surpassed a critical planetary boundary in 2015. The study, conducted by researchers from Oregon State University, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, and NOAA, found that calcium carbonate levels, crucial for marine life, have dropped to approximately 17% of pre-industrial...
Chile's Indigenous Kawésqar fishermen are facing displacement due to the booming salmon farming industry. The industry, a major export for Chile, is accused of polluting the fjords, harming native ecosystems, and threatening the Kawésqar's traditional way of life. While the Chilean Salmon Council promotes sustainability, critics point to the...
Minnesota is under an air quality alert from 11 p.m. Saturday to 11 p.m. Sunday due to wildfire smoke from Canada. The alert affects the entire state, with air quality expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups, including children, the elderly, and those with respiratory issues. A...
In Bengaluru, India, an inexpensive, portable heat shelter called Neralu won a design contest. Designed for outdoor workers vulnerable to extreme heat, it's a lightweight, easily transportable structure providing shade and ventilation. The $175 shelter, showcased at the Sweat and Concrete 2025 event, highlights growing awareness of climate...
A new study in Science reveals that dehorning rhinos significantly reduces poaching in southern African reserves. Despite millions spent on armed patrols and surveillance, poaching dropped 78% in eight reserves following dehorning efforts. While not a permanent solution, dehorning, costing just 1% of anti-poaching budgets, buys time to address...
