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Supreme Court puts Obama's carbon emission plan on holdThe US Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday to put President Obama's Clean Power Plan on hold. The decision is a blow to the administration and a victory for a group of mostly Republican-led states that have banded together against the plan.聽
Can the UN make air travel more sustainable?The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) agreed Monday on international standards to limit emissions from aircrafts.聽
Aviation industry agrees to set carbon limitsIn a meeting in Montreal on Monday, countries around the world agreed to curb emissions on one of the world's biggest contributors to climate change.
Why the US leads the world in shark attacks2015 had the highest annual rate of shark attacks ever recorded. But the data doesn't tell the whole story, according to shark experts.
First LookMuppet-faced ancient fish had trick jaws and a taste for planktonRhinconichthys were once thought to have lived only in England. The discovery of two related species highlights just how little we understand about historic biodiversity.
First LookAudubon needs citizen scientists for annual bird count, PhD not requiredThe Great Backyard Bird Count, a yearly four-day event that invites the public to collect data on birds in their area, remains among the world's most enduring citizen science projects.
Why Swaziland is putting 18 elephants on a Boeing 747Three US zoos are paying $450,000 for 18 elephants from Swaziland. But this elephant relocation to save rhinos prompts wildlife experts to question if one species is really more valuable than another.
First LookEffects of carbon emissions could last 10,000 years, study findsThe effects of burning fossil fuels today could persist for 10,000 years, according to a new study that takes the long view on the consequences of climate change.
First LookAs drought becomes the norm, where can US turn for lessons in adaptation?A new study found that the southwestern American region will be drier going forward. Regardless of the reasons why, there is plenty of innovation out there to help the region adapt to this new reality.
Why drought might be the new normal for the American SouthwestA new study suggests the storms that bring water to the Southwest are coming less frequently, prompting concerns that California's drought regime will be the new normal for the Southwest.
First LookWhy planting some trees could make global warming worseThe observed effect of trees on climate in Europe is challenging widespread beliefs about how to mitigate climate change.
Study points to developing world feeling more impact from climate changeHowever, critics of the Australian research team's efforts say industrialized nations have and will be affected, too.
Japanese volcano erupts in rare display of roiling lightningMount聽Sakurajima in southwestern Japan gave the world a breathtaking display when it spewed forth a writhing mass of smoke and fire Friday night.聽
Feds seeking settlement in coal mining lawsuitsFederal officials want to join settlement talks over an environmental group鈥檚 lawsuits on coal mining鈥檚 possible climate change effects in Western states.
Why cheap oil won't stop clean energyLow oil prices are supposed to deter the growth of renewable energy. New data suggest that's not the case.
First LookHow indigenous land rights factor into climate goalsA panel of forest policy groups pressed for more action Wednesday, saying the public and the private sector could help raise awareness about the toll efforts to designate forests as 'protected' or increase agricultural production can have on indigenous people.
Gale winds in Scotland forced waterfall to flow upWinds up to 105 miles per hour, caused by Storm Henry, caused this unusual phenomenon.- First LookEl Jefe: Is this the United States' last jaguar?El Jefe has eluded biologists for years but the male jaguar has finally been caught on video, leading experts to push even harder for habitat protection.
With all this rain, why is California extending its drought emergency?Even after experiencing strong El Ni帽o storms this winter, California's water regulators voted to maintain emergency conservation controls through October after the state's聽water-saving efforts fell short last month.
First LookShip noise linked to orca whale decline: Are some boats safer than others?A team of scientists measured underwater noise pollution off the coast of Washington, and found surprising impacts on nearby endangered orcas.聽
