Big Impact

Climate change is making Arizona so hot that some people are even getting burns from the pavement. Let's look at the main reasons Arizona's temperatures are so devastating.

On July 25, 2023, a pod of nearly 100 long-finned pilot whales became stranded on an Australian beach. Here's what happened to them.

We know that trees produce oxygen, but just how much do they make? There are actually a few different factors that determine this — here's what they are.

We spoke with a Starbucks spokesperson and dumpster diver Anna Sacks, after she discovered endless waste outside a shuttered Starbucks store.

Is bubble wrap recyclable or is it destined to become as much of a problem as plastic grocery bags? Here's what to know.

While most human communication happens vocally, other species employ their other senses to talk to each other. When it comes to lobsters, they prefer to smell each other's pee.

Rising gas prices have to do with OPEC+ production cuts, supply and demand, and even the hot summer weather — here's a closer look.

Coral reefs play an essential role in our delicate ecosystem. But why are they so important? Here's what you need to know.

Aritzia, a Canadian fashion brand, is in the news due to multiple employees' claims that Brian Hill used fear, intimidation, and psychological abuse.

Earth Overshoot Day is a sobering one for humanity, but here's how you can help push back Earth Overshoot Day.

Just when solar panels couldn't be more beneficial to the environment, farmers have learned they make excellent shade for beer hops.

Why are tigers endangered? The beloved top predator helps keep our environment intact, but their habitats are threatened by humans.

Although we're used to just seeing our one and only moon, our planet may have a second one.

Hammerhead worms found in Virginia are toxic, but you can protect yourself by taking these steps. Here's what to do if you see one.

Saltwater pools vs. chlorine pools — which is better for you and the environment? Let's take a look and discuss the options.

Icky, sticky tar balls are washing up on Texas beaches. Where do they come from and are they harmful? Here's details on the tar balls on Texas beaches.

Is there life on other planets? One Harvard scientist believes he found evidence of alien technology where a meteor crashed in the ocean off Papua New Guinea.

A Minnesota HOA is threatening a resident family of 15 years over a parking spot. Find out what options this family may have in the tense situation.

A country's distance from Earth’s equator largely determines temperature and weather — let’s take a look at how latitude takes a toll on climate.

A rare pink dolphin sighting took place in Louisiana. What species of dolphin could it have been, and how did it get to that body of water?

In the vast area of space, exists numerous matter-sucking vacuums we know as black holes and yes, there could there be a light at the end of that tunnel.

Investigators looking into a mystery object found on an Australian beach say it is most likely space junk. Here's more details about what it's from.

Check out our favorite sustainable and eco-friendly spots to stay, dine, and explore in San Juan, Puerto Rico in this Green City Guide.

It's unlikely that this lawsuit will take down Shein — but you really shouldn't be supporting the fast fashion retailer, anyway.

Pretty Little Thing has been put on blast for greenwashing and its lack of transparency surrounding factory labor.

How is plastic made? The process of creating the products might be more harmful than the products themselves.

Most research about the hazards of PFAS, aka "forever chemicals," goes unpublicized.

Late Nobel Peace Prize winner, Nelson Mandela, is honored every year on July 18 — which is why we're honoring his environmental contributions.

Sometimes you may receive a notification known as an air quality alert. What is it, and why is it so important? Here's the scoop.

An Australian sailor and his dog survived in the Pacific Ocean for months. Find out how they managed to keep going during this ordeal.

An alligator was found in the stomach of a Burmese python in Florida. Has the invasive species become out of control? Here's the scoop.

Benign and plentiful, rollie pollies were the perfect bug-catching target until one day, it seemed as though they had disappeared from our gardens for good.

Florida hunters caught the longest Burmese python ever recorded in history. Find out how long this massive snake was, and how it was captured.

While scientists continue to explore outer space, how much of the ocean is still unexplored? And what is the deepest part of the ocean?

False claims about an extreme diesel shortage sent people in a panic in late 2022. Here are the facts around the diesel shortage.

This Californian sea otter is on a one-otter mission to steal surfboards from beachgoers in a new viral video.

What do wasps do for the environment? Wasps provide essential services to help both humans and ecosystems.

A startup got the green light to test its flying car prototype — is Alef the future?

Scientists routinely spot phosphine gas in the atmosphere of Venus — does that mean the planet is habitable? Here's what to know.

A study found that some popular sparkling water brands contain concerning levels of forever chemicals. You may be surprised by the results.