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This El Ni帽o season could spark intense wildfires in AmazonFollowing the recent聽El Ni帽o event, conditions in the Amazon are drier than the start of any dry season since 2002. While that is cause for concern, scientists also say their tools for predicting, and thus managing, wildfires are becoming more sophisticated.
Could Brexit sink the global climate accord?Climate scientists and advocates are worried that Britain's exit from the Eurpean Union will complicate the process of ratifying the Paris Agreement and may install a government that will roll back crucial environmental policies and regulations.
Buoys in the deep geared to listen for singing whales near shipping lanesScientists hope that by monitoring the presence of whales in real-time off the coast of New England they can protect them from colliding with shipping vessels.
Does California shutdown mean the end of nuclear power? Not so fast.The debate around the closing of the Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant in San Luis Obispo County, Calif., signals a broader conversation around power sources that could be crucial to the nation's energy future.- Does California shutdown mean the end of nuclear power? Not so fast.The debate around the closing of the Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant in San Luis Obispo County, Calif., signals a broader conversation around power sources that could be crucial to the nation's energy future.
Washington's salmon anglers are back. Why the delay?The regular salmon-fishing season in Washington started late this year because a rough year for salmon led to testy negotiations between the state and co-managing tribes.
First LookHow to reduce heat-related deaths from climate changeA team from Colombia University has estimated the worst-case scenario for heat-related deaths by 2080 in the Big Apple, but also identified solutions to prevent them.
Why cities are forming a global alliance to curb climate changeCities created the largest network yet dedicated to fighting climate change, highlighting the growing importance of cities in spearheading sustainability initiatives.聽
One year later, how a Pope's message on climate has resonatedCatholics worldwide are showing a new zeal for combatting climate change since Pope Francis highlighted the issue in 2015, experts say.
Millions of dead trees pose massive wildfire risk. What can be done?The Forest Service spent 56 percent of its budget last year on firefighting, compared to 16 percent in 1995. 聽
California shutters its last nuclear plant, irking some environmentalistsThe plant's operator said Tuesday closing the plant could save costs and further energy-efficiency goals. But some environmentalists are concerned about a resulting rise in CO2 emissions.
Judge rules that states, not US, have authority to govern frackingA Wyoming district judge has ruled that the court's responsibility is not to determine if fracking is good or bad for the environment but to determine whether the Department of the Interior can legally regulate the practice.聽
First LookRecord-breaking temps in the Southwest: How to beat extreme heatWith highs of 115 to 120 degrees F., predicted for the coming week, people living in in the Southwest are advised to stay indoors and keep cool.
Mountain lion no match for Colorado mom of 5-year-old boyA Colorado mother pulled a mountain lion off her son who was playing in the yard.聽Forest Service Rangers killed the聽lion believed to be responsible for the attack after they found it wandering near the home.
Is Norway ready to go carbon neutral?Norway's parliament has set a national target to be carbon neutral by 2030. But what does that term really mean, and how will the oil-rich country get there?
Antarctic carbon dioxide reaches highest levels in 4 million yearsAntarctica has breached a symbolic threshold, seeing carbon dioxide levels of 400 ppm for the first time in 4 million years.
First LookSouth Sudan ivory seizure highlights Africa's 'ongoing poaching crisis'Authorities seized more than a ton of ivory at the Juba airport showing the ivory trade is still rampant despite ongoing international efforts to crush it.
First LookWatch 'gobsmackingly amazing' giant spider crab horde scramble on sea floorA diver caught the crabs in a video,聽stacked on top of each other, in some cases 10 deep, in the shallow waters off the coast of Melbourne, Australia.
First LookWhy Obama family visit to Yosemite is more than a holidayAs President Obama gears up for an early Father's Day vacation, his trip to the famous national park is symbolic of his unique record on conservation.
First LookSome coral reefs are thriving, but they're not where you might thinkA new study delves into data for more than 2,500 coral reefs across the globe, looking at a multitude of factors and comparing predicted levels of fish biomass with actual recordings.