Apple's Clean Energy Charging Mode Garners Criticism From Planet-Haters
Apple's Clean Energy Charging mode pulls energy from local clean energy grids — but not everyone is happy with how it affects charging times.
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New Conservation Initiatives for Macquarie Island Look to Preserve Its Biodiversity
To preserve the biodiverse island of Macquarie, to hopefully put Australia's extinction crisis to an end, new conservation measures are in the works.
Chevron’s Latest Greenwashing Scandal Labeled a Cancerous Fuel Alternative as “Biofuel”
Although biofuel is generally a greener alternative to gas or oil, Chevron's latest scandal involves labeling a cancer-causing fuel as "biofuel."
Gondolas Grounded and Canals Run Dry Amid Venice’s 2023 Drought
If you were planning an upcoming gondola ride in Italy, Venice's 2023 drought has caused canals to run completely dry.
University of Cambridge Could Go Plant-Based for the Planet, After Student Vote
The University of Cambridge may soon become a vegan college campus.
Valley Fever Is Spreading Due to Climate Change, a Chilling Comparison to 'The Last of Us'
The Valley Fever's spread across the Western U.S. has been correlated to rising temperature and drier climates, which is thanks to global warming.
Electric Garbage Trucks May Be Coming to Pick Up Your Weekly Trash
Truck design company, Oshkosh Corporation, is teaming up with waste company, Republic Services to unleash the first fleet of electric garbage trucks.
The Official Boston Marathon Dog Crosses the Rainbow Bridge, Leaving Fans Heartbroken
After almost 10 years of cheering on runners at the iconic race, Spencer, the official Boston Marathon golden retriever, has died at age 13.
Laguna Beach Approves Balloon Ban to Protect Wildlife Citywide
The California city of Laguna Beach is banning balloons for good.
EPA Calls on Norfolk Southern to Clean up East Palestine Train Derailment Site
More than two weeks after a Norfolk Southern train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, the EPA has ordered the company to clean it up.
Jane Fonda’s Words of Wisdom Advocate for a Global Ocean Treaty
Actress and activist Jane Fonda took to New York City to advocate for a UN Global Ocean Treaty with incredibly inspiring words of wisdom.
How Invasive Burmese Pythons Are Taking Over Southern Florida
As the Burmese python multiplies in Florida's Everglades, habitats are threatened, and mammals must compete for food.
Starbucks Recalls Over 300,000 Bottled Vanilla Frappuccinos Due to Glass Contamination
If you tend to start your day with a Starbucks vanilla Frappuccino, you may need to temporarily rethink your morning brew, as the drink is being recalled.
Why Does Turkey Get So Many Earthquakes? Residents Slammed by Yet Another Deadly Tremor
Only a few weeks after a deadly earthquake shook Turkey, the European country has been slammed by another. So why does Turkey get so many earthquakes?
What Is Being Done for East Palestine, Ohio? Behind Recovery Efforts
Did FEMA deny aid to East Palestine, Ohio? After a train derailed in the small Ohio suburb, various dangerous chemicals were released into the air.
What Caused the Factory Explosion in Bedford, Ohio? What to Know About the Deadly Accident
What caused the factory explosion in Bedford, Ohio? One is dead and several are injured after a metal plant exploded with debris.
The Canadian Super Pig, an Invasive Species, Is Poised to Infiltrate the U.S.
Canadian super pigs are known for destroying crops, ecosystems, and more, and they could become a problem in the U.S. soon.
Florida’s Latest Red Tide Sparks Concern Among Pregnant People, the Elderly, and More
How does red tide affect pregnancies? Also known as harmful algal blooms, they can take a toll on the health of anyone who is exposed.
The Jane Fonda Climate PAC Is Working to Keep Fossil Fuel-Funded Candidates Out of Office
Jane Fonda Climate PAC aims to defeat political candidates who are funded by the fossil fuel industry.
Flaco the Owl Escaped the Central Park Zoo — and Has Been Happily Living on His Own Since
Although many were concerned when Flaco the owl escaped from the Central Park Zoo, he is happily living locally. Here's the scoop.
PFAS Reportedly Detected in Bolthouse Farms Smoothies, Sparking a Class-Action Lawsuit
Beverage company Bolthouse Farms has been hit with a class-action lawsuit after PFAS were reportedly detected in some of the company's products.
What to Know About the Lethal Removal of New Mexico’s Feral Cows
Why is New Mexico killing the feral cows living in Gila National Forest? Supposedly the wild creatures pose a risk to native and human life.
Climate Denier David Malpass Resigns From World Bank: Everything You Need to Know
David Malpass has stepped down as President of the World Bank.
Almost 20,000 Michigan Residents Are Without Power — Here’s Why
Thousands of Michigan residents are currently without power — but what is causing all of these outages?
A Humpback Whale Has Washed Ashore in New Jersey — Why Does This Keep Happening?
Environmentalists are concerned after a humpback whale washed ashore a New Jersey beach, adding to the pattern of whales beaching along the East Coast.
IKEA's New Air Quality Sensor Gauges the Cleanliness of the Air You Breathe
IKEA now sells an air quality sensor that tracks any air pollution that may be lingering in the air inside your home.
Tuscon, Ariz. Residents Forced to Evacuate Following Major Hazmat Spill
After a truck tractor, which was carrying liquid nitric acid, crashed on a Tuscon, Ariz. highway, locals have evacuated and a highway shut down.
The EU Passes Ban on New Gas-Powered Cars — What You Need to Know
EU lawmakers just passed a ban on new petrol cars starting in 2035, in an effort to reduce Europe's emissions and overall contribution to the climate crisis.
Equatorial Guinea Is Facing a Marburg Virus Outbreak — How Does the Disease Spread?
After it was announced that Equatorial Guinea is facing a Marburg virus outbreak, many are wondering how the Marburg virus spreads in the first place.
Deep Sea Mining Could Harm Whales More Than Experts Realized
While deep sea mining always had known environmental issues, experts have learned it harms whales more than previously thought.
More Chemicals Were Released From the Derailed Ohio Train Than Previously Thought
What types of chemicals were released from the derailed Ohio train? It turns out there were more toxins released than previously assumed.
Hundreds of Endangered Tortoises Being Smuggled From Sri Lanka Seized by Authorities
This past weekend, hundreds of endangered star tortoises from Sri Lanka were saved from smugglers.
Super Bowl Spectators Will Be Able to Win NFL Tickets for Recycling at the Big Game
Spectators at the Super Bowl LVII will be able to win major prizes for recycling, thanks to "reverse vending machines" from Anaheuser-Busch.
Shell's Directors Are Being Sued for Failing to Transition Away From Fossil Fuels
ClientEarth's new lawsuit accuses 11 of Shell's directors of employing an inadequate climate strategy.
Moon Dust Might Be Our Only Answer to Fighting Climate Change
Will moon dust ultimately be the answer to combatting climate change? A group of scientists certainly think so.
The Cause of the Keystone Pipeline’s Massive Spill in Kansas Has Been Identified
After spilling more than 14,000 barrels of oil into nearby waterways, the cause of the Keystone Pipeline leak has been identified.
Plans to Erect a Coal Mine 6 Miles From the Great Barrier Reef Have Been Revoked
In an effort to protect the quickly deteriorating Great Barrier Reef, Australia has revoked plans to erect a coal mine nearby.
How Can We Help Turkey and Syria? Here's Where to Donate in Response to the Major Earthquake
If you're looking for ways to help Turkey and Syria after the 7.8 magnitude earthquake, here are a few places where you can donate.
A Norovirus Outbreak Shut Down a Detroit School — How Do You Catch the Contagious Illness?
How do you catch norovirus? The contagious illness caused a Detroit Catholic school to cancel its classes for a week to avoid further spreading it.
Bill Gates, Who Owns 4 Private Jets, Defends Flying Private: "I'm Part of the Solution"
Bill Gates is defending his choice to fly private, despite all of his environmental work.
Pigeon Found Dyed Pink in NYC, Presumably for Gender Reveal Party, Has Died After One Week of Care (Updates)
Someone discovered a neon pink pigeon roaming the streets of NYC — and a week later, he has passed away.
This Indigenous Canadian Community’s Water System Continues to Fail Them
The Canadian city of Iqaluit has endured several partial water shutdowns in recent months, which could easily be fixed. However, they are continuously ignored.
Derailed Train in Ohio Prompts "Controlled Release" of Toxic Vinyl Chloride — Everything You Need to Know
In the small village of East Palestine, Ohio, which is located on the Ohio-Pennsylvania border, a massive train derailment has set off a chain reaction of chaos.
How to Stream Oscar-Nominated Documentary 'All That Breathes' Before the Ceremony
The documentary 'All That Breathes' is finally coming to a wide audience via streaming a few weeks ahead of the Academy Awards.
Dozens of Whales are Dying on the East Coast of the U.S. — Why?
Over the past few months, dozens of whales have died on the East Coast of the U.S. But why are they dying? There could be a number of reasons why.
Scientists Discover New Form of Ice, Which Could "Finally Explain Liquid Water"
A new form of amorphous ice has been discovered.
The Map of the Syria-Turkey Earthquake Shows the Hardest-Hit Locations
On Monday, Feb. 6, a deadly earthquake struck Syria and Turkey, resulting in thousands of deaths.
Suspect Arrested for String of Mysterious Incidents at Dallas Zoo (Updates)
There have been a whopping four incidents involving missing and dead animals at the Dallas Zoo this month alone.
More Than 13,000 Nigerian Residents Seeking Damages Over Shell Oil’s Environmental Impact
Shell Nigeria is currently in the midst of a lawsuit, after more than 13,000 Nigerian residents were subjected to serious environmental damage.
Chinese Scientists Create Three "Super Cows" Via Cloning, to Produce Excessive Amounts of Milk
Chinese scientists just created three "super cows" via cloning. They were designed to produce much more milk than the average cow in the dairy industry.
