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Real Time Emissions Data Is Finally Coming, Thanks to Al Gore's New Coalition
Al Gore and Climate TRACE are using artificial intelligence to track carbon emissions data in real time.Trump Guts the Historic National Environmental Policy Act
Trump is gutting NEPA, a historic law that helps protect communities from undue environmental hazards.Climate Scientists Predict How Global Temperature Will Rise Over Next Five Years
A new report predicts how the global temperature will rise over the next five years.13-Year-Old Vegan Climate Activist Genesis Butler Is On a Mission to Make the World a Kinder Place — Exclusive
Genesis Butler is a vegan climate activist spreading kindness to all — check out our exclusive interview with the 13-year-old.Why Does It Hail in the Summer?
Ever noticed it often hails in the summer? Here’s the explanation behind the confusing phenomenon.Polar Bears Cubs and Mothers Are Suffering As Fossil Fuel Companies Drill Near Dens
Fossil fuel exploration is hurting polar bears and mother cubs by putting their dens at risk.Dakota Access Pipeline Is Closing Down, Atlantic Coast Pipeline Project Canceled
A judge ordered the Dakota Access Pipeline to shut down; and the energy companies behind the Atlantic Coast Pipeline project have completely canceled it.A Small Arctic Town Experienced Its Hottest Temperature on Record, at 100.4 Degrees
A small Siberian town in the Arctic experienced its all-time hottest temperature on record at 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit on Saturday, June 20.The Greenhouse Effect Is What Makes Earth the Perfect Place for Humans
In order to fully understand how global warming occurs, we must first dive into what the greenhouse effect is and how the process works.Seven in 10 People Think the Climate Crisis Is as Concerning as COVID-19, Poll Finds
71 percent of people surveyed think the climate crisis is as serious a crisis as COVID-19.10 Netflix Films and Documentaries About the Environment
Netflix has endless movies about the environment, animals, and more — here are 10 of our favorites.Will the Coronavirus Have Any Long-Lasting Effects on the Climate?
COVID-19 is having so many effects on the climate — but will any of them be long-lasting?Experts Say We Can Rebuild the Coronavirus Economy and Stop the Climate Crisis All at Once — Here's How
The climate crisis and the damaged economy can be rebuilt together, in the aftermath of the coronavirus.The NYT Made a List of Every Time the Trump Administration Rolled Back an Environmental Policy
The Trump Administration has reversed so many environmental rules over the past three years. Here's a list, courtesy of The New York Times.Why You Don't Need to Wear Gloves to the Grocery Store
Single-use gloves are not only wasteful, but also unnecessary for grocery trips.Green Jobs Could Restore Economy, U.K. Committee on Climate Change Tells Government
The U.K. Committee on Climate Change is urging Prime Minister Boris Johnson to transition people into jobs that will support a low-carbon economy.Unfortunately, the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Could Be Record-Breaking
Unusually high winds and warm water temperatures are indicate the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season could be one of the absolute worst on record.If Americans Eat Vegan Half the Time, We Could Lower Diet-Related Emissions by 35 Percent
If Americans replace 50 percent of meat, dairy, and eggs with plant-based foods, diet-related greenhouse gas emissions would go down by 35 percent.Greta Thunberg Donates $100,000 Award to Help Children Affected by COVID-19
Greta Thunberg is using prize money to help children in poverty who are suffering during the coronavirus pandemic.NYC and LA See Drop in Air Pollution During COVID-19
Air pollution levels are significantly falling during the COVID-19 outbreak — but we shouldn't look at this as a silver lining.How the Coronavirus and Air Quality Are Fueling Each Other
The new coronavirus, or COVID-19, is impacting air quality — and air pollution impacts those sick with the virus as well.Coronavirus Causes Decline in Air Pollution Across Northern Italy
Northern Italy is experiencing a significant and swift decline in NO2 pollution, as a result of the coronavirus lockdown.What the Quarantine Can Teach Us About Zero-Waste Living, Saving the Planet, and Hope
Quarantine living is not a walk in the park, but there are a few takeaways we can carry into life after the pandemic is over.Celebrate Earth Day 2020 at Home With These Livestreams
Earth Day 2020 livestreams featuring celebrities, musicians, scientists, and more will help you celebrate the 50th annual Earth Day.Greta Thunberg Discusses How the Climate Crisis Mirrors the Coronavirus in Earth Day Livestream
Greta Thunberg appeared in a livestream for Earth Day, where she discussed how we need to change our climate tactics going forward.Scientists Warn There Could Be More Pandemics If the Climate Crisis Isn't Solved
Scientists warn there could be more pandemics in the future, if the climate crisis isn't solved.Advocacy Groups Are Fighting Trump's Fracking Plans for Southwestern Colorado
The Trump administration released his plans for fracking in Colorado, and advocacy groups are fighting back regarding the environmental implications.The Dairy Industry Is Dumping Truckloads of Milk — And It’s Hurting Fish
Dairy farmers are dumping out unpasteurized milk by the truckload, which is polluting waterways and killing fish.Obama Tells Americans How They Can Fight Climate Deniers
Obama tweeted his feelings about the Trump administration reversing his environmental policies.3 States Abruptly Make Protesting Fossil Fuel Pipelines a Felony
Three states recently signed bills that criminalize protests against the fossil fuel industry.David Attenborough On Why We Can't Let the Coronavirus Obstruct Climate Action
Sir David Attenborough says the coronavirus is a short-term issue, unlike the climate crisis.How Do Carbon Emissions Affect the Environment?
This is how carbon emissions affect the environment and the world we’re living in.Locust Swarms in Africa: Everything You Need to Know
Locust swarms are currently plaguing East Africa and South Asia, putting millions of people in danger.EPA Relaxes Environmental Laws for Fossil Fuel Industry Due to Coronavirus
The Environmental Protection Agency is suspending various environmental laws in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.Jane Fonda's Fire Drill Friday Protests Go Digital Due to Coronavirus — How to Participate
Jane Fonda just announced that Fire Drill Fridays is going digital — and anyone around the world can tune in and get involved.Earth Hour 2020: How to Participate From Home
Earth Hour is going digital this year — here's how you can participate from home.Is Global Warming Real? Why Some People Are Skeptical
Is global warming real? Why are some people confused about whether or not global warming is real? And are humans really causing it?Positive Climate Stories From This Month to Remind You It’s Going to Be OK
We rounded up five of this month's most positive climate-related news stories to remind you that there is light in the darkness.Bill Gates Exits Microsoft to Dedicate Life to Fighting Climate Crisis, Other Philanthropy
Bill Gates is officially parting ways with Microsoft so he can focus on philanthropic efforts, including fighting the climate crisis.What Is Joe Biden’s Climate Plan? Here's How His Policies Compare to Sanders'
Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders have very different climate plans — here's how they compare.Greta Thunberg Launches #ClimateStrikeOnline Amidst Coronavirus: How to Participate
Greta Thunberg's weekly climate strike is going digital with the #DigitalStrike aka #ClimateStrikeOnline, in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus.Where Do the Presidential Candidates Stand on Climate Issues?
Here's how the Democratic presidential candidates stand on climate issues, as ranked by an environmental organization.Antarctica Heatwave Melts 20 Percent of Snow on Eagle Island's Ice Caps
Antarctica recently experienced a concerning heatwave, which melted 20 percent of snow on one island.Grocery Shopping Online vs. Delivery vs. In-Store — Which Has the Lowest Emissions?
A new study believes this is the lowest-impact way to buy consumable groceries.Antarctica Weather Just Hit a New High: Summer Temperatures
Antarctica may have just hit its highest temperature ever recorded.What Is Extinction Rebellion? The Climate Group's Protests Are Shaking the Planet
Extinction Rebellion is known for staging protests, all working towards the ultimate goal of fighting the climate crisis and protecting the Earth for future generations.What Is the Green New Deal?
Learn everything you need to know about the Green New Deal.Antarctic Penguin Colony Populations Have Gone Down by 77 Percent — Here's How to Protect Them
Antarctic chinstrap penguin colonies are struggling to adjust to the climate crisis.A TV Series About Greta Thunberg Is Coming to the BBC
Greta Thunberg will be the subject of a new documentary TV series produced by BBC Studios.Our Favorite Sustainable Outfits of the 2020 Awards Season
Here are some of the most sustainable looks from the 2020 awards season.