Environment
Fighting forever chemicals: a scientific breakthrough
July 17, 2026, 8:01 am EDT
Scientists have made a significant discovery in their efforts to destroy harmful forever chemicals by harnessing high-energy UV light. This opens the door to greener and more effective technologies for permanently removing these stubborn pollutants.
How the weather contributes to algae blooms
June 26, 2026, 1:57 pm EDT
As summer temperatures climb, the combination of intense sunlight and warm water creates the perfect environment for these organisms to multiply rapidly. When water sits stagnant, it loses the circulation needed to prevent spores from latching onto surfaces. Here’s how to make sure your pool stays clean.
Trouble in the waters: What El Niño means for marine life
June 18, 2026, 7:41 am EDT
We talk about El Niño and weather patterns, but what about impacts below the waves?
Everything You Need To Know About Sargassum
June 12, 2026, 12:25 am EDT
Sargassum is showing up in record high numbers across the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. And it’s arriving earlier than normal. Dr. Tracy Fanara, an oceanographer, breaks down why this is happening and what you should do if you have a beach vacation planned.
Mom and daughter discover world's largest coral colony
June 7, 2026, 7:37 am EDT
A mother and daughter pair, part of a global task force identifying critical reefs for conservation and protection, have discovered something truly incredible.
How Dust Crossing The Atlantic Impacts Sunrises, Hurricanes
May 28, 2026, 5:31 pm EDT
A mass of dust from the Sahara Desert is making the 5,000-mile trek across the Atlantic so that it can reach the United States. The dust can mean prettier sunsets and sunrises, thanks to the particles in the air scattering more sunlight as it passes through the atmosphere. But those same particles can also cause poor air quality conditions when they are closer to the surface. The best news, though, is that the dust can inhibit hurricane development in the Atlantic, thanks to the air mass’s dry air and strong winds.
Former Texas Coal Mine Is Now A Garden Feeding Thousands
May 24, 2026, 12:52 pm EDT
In Jewett, Texas, land that was once scarred by lignite mining has been transformed into a thriving community garden, and the harvest isn't just feeding people, it's changing what's possible for a town that had been classified as a food desert. Fresh produce grown and gathered by volunteers is heading straight to local food pantries, turning an act of environmental restoration into something much bigger: a second chance for the land and the people who live on it.
Sargassum Sea Algae? In My Salad?
May 23, 2026, 7:14 am EDT
Researchers have found a way to potentially turn this marine waste, sargassum, into a high-quality, functional food ingredient.
Wheat Fields In Crisis At Harvest Time
May 18, 2026, 5:40 am EDT
Wheat is a resilient crop. But crop growing conditions are so bad that even it isn’t able to bounce back.
Tiny Baby Corals Could Help Save Earth’s Largest Reef
May 17, 2026, 7:58 am EDT
Thousands of baby corals are now settling onto the Great Barrier Reef in one of the world’s most ambitious reef restoration efforts, giving scientists and coastal communities new hope for the future of the fragile ecosystem. The project, funded largely by the Australian Institute of Marine Science, reveals how innovation, teamwork and nature itself are combining in a breathtaking fight to help the reef survive a changing climate.
