Environment
Researchers Find Plastic In Fields Using Plastic Mulch
October 19, 2023, 11:58 am EDT
In a media release titled “Strawberry Fields, Forever?” researchers explain how a recent survey of strawberry fields found plastic mulching leaves behind hundreds of thousands of pieces of sizable plastic fragments.
Massachusetts Enacts First-Of-Its-Kind Plastic Ban
October 18, 2023, 11:58 am EDT
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced a ban on procuring single-use plastic bottles across all state agencies. She said the move is to help limit ocean pollution and protect local endangered species.
Starbucks Saying Goodbye To Disposable Cups
October 18, 2023, 11:58 am EDT
Starbucks is looking to reduce waste and phase out disposable cups in favor of reusable cups by 2030.
How to Recycle Your Old Broken Christmas Lights
October 11, 2023, 12:36 pm EDT
Instead of throwing your old broken Christmas lights into a landfill, there are ways you can recycle them.
Lake Tahoe Water Reaches Clearest Levels In 40 Years
October 2, 2023, 12:00 pm EDT
Lake Tahoe was the clearest it’s been in 40 years during 2022, and a team that monitors the lake says the trend could continue through this year. For more information, visit UCDAVIS.edu.
Ohio Mounds Named UNESCO World Heritage Site
September 29, 2023, 11:58 am EDT
Ohio’s Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks was recently added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Rare Dinosaur Skeleton Expected To Fetch $1 Million-Plus
September 29, 2023, 11:58 am EDT
An unusually well-preserved dinosaur skeleton dating from the Jurassic period will go on the auction block in Paris, where it’s expected to attract bids of more than $1 million.
Hot Water Is Bleaching Florida Keys Coral
September 27, 2023, 12:00 pm EDT
Scientists warned that unusually warm water temperatures could have major environmental consequences in the Florida Keys. One of them, coral bleaching, is already happening. Here’s what it looks like.
Really, Folks, Leave The Wildlife Alone
September 27, 2023, 12:00 pm EDT
Recent incidents of humans interacting with bison and other animals at Yellowstone National Park have highlighted the dangers, and the laws against, approaching wildlife. Here’s what an expert says about doing the right thing.
Tourists Are Trampling Over Fragile 'Tree of Life'
September 21, 2023, 11:59 am EDT
The Tree of Life in Washington’s Olympic National Park is revered for its ability to withstand erosion and exposed roots. Now, tourists could be the latest threat to the tree after they were spotted climbing over its roots and branches.
