Pipeline safety regulators issue record fine for Gulf oil spill
Pipeline safety regulators on Monday assessed their largest fine ever against the company responsible for leaking 1.1 million…
Rare whale species sees more babies, yet extinction fears persist
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — One of the world’s rarest whale species is having more babies this year than…
Recurring water restrictions ‘new reality’ for Calgary after water main break
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas says there’s a “ticking time bomb” under the city’s streets, and that means residents…
We can’t afford to say ‘not in my backyard’ to renewable energy (Your Letters)
To the Editor: The statement from those opposing the wind farm at Fenner doesn’t surprise me (“Madison County…
Scientists discover incredible way to make plastic materials nearly indestructible — and then completely disappear
Researchers have advanced their knowledge in developing plant biomass-derived polymers that can be used as plastic alternatives, potentially…
Keep it in the ground?
Recently there has been quite a debate online about the extent to which opposing near-term oil and gas…
Researchers sound alarm over disturbing spread of unlikely pest: ‘Entire ecosystems could shift’
Experts are concerned after discovering significant biodiversity loss in southern Asia. What’s happening? In research published in the…
My rookie era: I’m learning to swim in the ocean, braving the waves and marine life | Swimming
I’ve wanted to be an ocean swimmer ever since I moved to Sydney. The idea of getting out…
UPDATE: Flood advisory for portions of Big Island extended : Big Island Now
Flooding in Kaʻū caused by previous kona low storms in February 2023. A flood advisory is in effect…
Are Colorado’s carbon emissions among the highest in the world?
Yes. While Colorado ranks near the middle of U.S. states for carbon emissions per capita, it still produces…
Manlius crews, residents continue conservation as water system stabilizes
MANLIUS, N.Y. — As mandatory water conservation continues across parts of Central New York, crews in Manlius are…
Penn Pump dam removal, turf fields are part of Bushkill Creek greenway’s draft plan
A plan to improve the Bushkill Creek and its surroundings through Palmer Township is nearing the finish line.…