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First LookThis February broke global temperature records ... againNot only did February beat all the Februaries that came before, it now ascends the throne for hottest seasonally adjusted month on the books.
First LookMississippi and Louisiana warily eye rising Pearl RiverThe Pearl River could swell to levels not seen since 1983. Many homeowners don't have flood insurance because they haven't needed it before. That seems to be changing.- Oregon鈥檚 first in the nation anti-coal law: The pros and consAdvocates of the anti-coal law say it creates a new path to cleaner energy. Opponents say it will cost an additional $190 per person each year.
Scientists turn to GMOs, robotics, and sensors in search of better biofuelsNew technologies could reduce the environmental footprint of biofuels.聽
First LookCO2 levels spiked as world leaders negotiated historic climate dealLast year was the fourth consecutive year that carbon dioxide grew more than 2 ppm, NOAA scientists say.
First LookWhy Yellowstone officials are forced to slaughter bisonSome 150 bison will be slaughtered over the next few days. Despite reservations, officials at Yellowstone National Park will likely have to kill hundreds of bison by winter's end.
Can Republicans learn to love clean energy?A conservative businessman is pouring millions of dollars into making clean energy a cornerstone of the GOP. 聽
First LookGood news for teddy: Louisiana black bear is no longer threatenedUS Department of the Interior Secretary Sally Jewell announced Thursday that the population of Louisiana black bears has recovered enough for the animal to be taken off the list of threatened and endangered species.
Climate change surprise: Biosphere contributes to warmingYes, plants absorb carbon dioxide, but plants and animals also emit greenhouse gases.聽
Why does a penguin visit a Brazilian fisherman every year?A retired bricklayer saved the bird's life, thus launching an enduring and unexpected friendship.
SeaWorld: 'Blackfish' orca facing serious health issuesTilikum, the male orca featured in the 2013 documentary 'Blackfish,' is suffering from a serious illness and聽so far has not responded to treatment, the company said Tuesday.- First LookJPMorgan moves to divest from coal (at least partly)The company's move is part of a broader divestment campaign led by environmental groups looking to move the global economy beyond fossil fuels.
- First LookGlobal warming could bring flash flooding to dry regionsClimate change could spell increased precipitation for both dry and wet climes alike, according to analysis of 60 years of weather observations in the wettest and driest regions of the globe.
First LookWhy sub-Saharan Africa needs an agricultural revolution 鈥� nowFarmers in sub-Saharan Africa could soon see staple crops begin to fail as the climate changes. Taking steps to transform current practices now could avert a future food crisis.
First LookChina denies claims that the nation's emissions peaked in 2014Economists suggested that the world's top emissions producer may have achieved climate goals 16 years ahead of schedule, in a paper published Monday. China's climate change envoy begs to differ.
Most Americans don't drink (or trust) tap water: Should they?A poll suggests Americans are concerned about their water quality in the wake of the Flint, Mich., water crisis. How to check the quality of your city's water?聽
Poll: About half of Americans are 'very confident' in tap waterJust under half of Americans say they're extremely or very confident in the safety of their own tap water, while another third are moderately confident and 18 percent are not confident at all.
First LookRescuing a national treasure: what to do if you encounter a bald eagleBrushes with America's national bird are becoming increasingly common as their numbers rise.
Yellowstone's grizzly bears are backThe US Fish and Wildlife Service announced Thursday that the Yellowstone grizzly bears have recovered from near-extinction and can be delisted from the Endangered Species Act.
First LookEl Ni帽o offered California little relief in February: Will March be any better?Although February resulted in less-than-hoped-for rainfall for the scorched West Coast, forecasters predict that March will deliver some much-needed drought relief.
