PG&E announces initiative to submerge 10,000-miles of power lines to lessen risk of wildfires...
PG&E's new infrastructure safety initiative is said to be the largest effort to lessen the risk of wildfire in the U.S.
Study finds high concentration of microplastics in algae growing in Arctic
Scientists found microplastic particles were about 10 times higher in the algae samples than the surrounding waters, which they are now equating with microplastics found in the deep sea.
Plastic bag bans prove effective in US, reducing usage by billions
Recent reports by environmental nonprofits indicate a substantial decrease in plastic bag usage due to bans implemented in various states and cities.
Organic farm in W. Va. imperiled by gas pipeline construction
“It goes beyond the financial. This property was our hope, our dream, our future, our children’s future."
Court blocks gold mining near Yellowstone National Park
"The court's ruling is a critical piece in protecting Yellowstone's Gateway from the menace of gold mining."
Federal judge bans use of glyphosate in Brazil
The decision prohibits the registration of new products containing the herbicide and suspends existing registrations within the next 30 days.
“You are hurting future generations”: Mark Ruffalo’s message to people profiting from fossil fuels
"We are going to keep putting pressure on you businesses and you banks—Citibank, Wells Fargo—to stop poisoning our people and stop financing climate change."
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New study identifies regions of greatest conservation potential for species, water quality, carbon
A new study has mapped out the regions where conservation actions can maximize the protection of biodiversity, carbon stocks, and water, while a separate study has identified regions of the world where land animals are most at threat.
Protests erupt in Argentina over plan for offshore oil drilling
Thousands of people took to the streets of Mar del Plata to protest the plans by Norwegian oil company Equinor to begin offshore oil exploration later this year.