EPA decides not to regulate fracking wastewater as Pennsylvania study reveals recent spike
“Failure to update rules for the disposal and handling of dangerous oil and gas wastes is an egregious dereliction of duty and an intolerable threat to the health and safety of American citizens.”
World’s forest animal population drops 53% since 1970: WWF report
The global population of forest-dwelling vertebrates has plummeted in the period between 1970 and 2014, according to a study published Tuesday by...
Americans face an insurability crisis as climate change worsens disasters—a look at...
These increases are driven by a potent mix of rising insurance payouts coupled with rising costs of construction as people build increasingly expensive homes and other assets in harm’s way.
Wells Fargo announces its ban on financing oil and gas drilling in the Arctic
"Wells Fargo is committed to accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy, in addition to continuing to support the responsible development of conventional energy."
Citi announces commitment to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
Citi's announcement makes then the third major U.S. bank to commit to achieve net zero financed emissions by 2050.
Methane emissions surge, threatening global climate targets
Rapid rise in methane levels demands urgent action to avoid climate catastrophe.
Earth is shaking a lot less now that everyone is staying home
The reduction in seismic activity, like reduction in air pollution, also show that people are adhering to social distancing guidelines from governments around the world.
Coca-Cola introduces new 100% recycled bottle in US, but is it enough?
The company seems to be aiming to clean up its act somewhat this year with the introduction of a 13.2-ounce bottle made with 100-percent recycled PET (rPET) plastic.
‘We can save life on Earth’: study reveals how to stop mass extinction
A global biodiversity analysis shows which areas are most in need of conservation and urges protection of half the planet’s terrestrial ecosystems.
New York Governor signs off on nation’s largest offshore wind agreement
New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed off on the largest offshore wind agreement—so far—off the United States.