Environment
Air Pollution Linked to Vision Loss, Study Finds
April 9, 2021, 12:00 pm EDT
Researchers at the University College of London say air pollution may be a cause of irreversible vision loss. Here’s why.
Sea Ice, Glaciers Melting at Accelerating Rate
April 9, 2021, 12:00 pm EDT
A new study that looked at glaciers and sea ice found they are melting at an accelerating rate.
Flooding Due to Climate Change Could Disrupt Flight Routes
April 9, 2021, 12:00 pm EDT
Hundreds of airports around the world are already at risk for coastal flooding, according to a new study.
How the Ganges River Contributes So Much to Ocean Microplastic Pollution
April 8, 2021, 12:00 pm EDT
A new study has shocking details about the extent that India’s Ganges River contributes to ocean microplastic pollution.
Sinking Land from Groundwater Pumping Could Impact 1.6 Billion by 2040, Study Finds
April 8, 2021, 12:00 pm EDT
Ever get that sinking feeling? You’re not alone. Researchers say sinking land, or subsidence, could affect 1.6 billion people in the next 20 years. And it could prove disastrous. Here’s why.
Another Breach at Florida Wastewater Reservoir?
April 6, 2021, 10:10 am EDT
Officials say there may be a second breach at a Florida wastewater reservoir near Tampa.
Area off New York, New Jersey Coasts Designated Offshore Wind Zone by Biden Administration
April 6, 2021, 10:10 am EDT
A new plan is aimed at powering ten million U.S.homes using clean wind energy by 2030.
Florida Phosphate Wastewater Pond in ‘Imminent’ Danger of Collapse, Officials Say
April 3, 2021, 5:36 pm EDT
The pond in Manatee County could dump 400 million gallons of wastewater into surrounding neighborhoods and Tampa Bay on Florida’s Gulf Coast. To get latestest information click here
2020 Was Among Warmest Years on Record
March 30, 2021, 11:50 am EDT
New NOAA information shows 2020 was among the warmest years on record, just shy of 2016 and part of a warming trend that shows no sign of abating.
Oceans Hottest on Record in 2020. Why That’s a Problem
March 30, 2021, 11:50 am EDT
Ocean temperatures hit another record high in 2020. Here’s why that’s a bad thing.
