US sea levels will rise rapidly in the next 30 years, report warns
A federal report warns that America's coasts will be hit hard by ever faster sea level rise between now and the year 2050.
Elephant tusk DNA helps crack down on poaching
A new study suggests that as few as three major criminal groups are responsible for smuggling the vast majority of elephant ivory tusks out of Africa.
Warmer weather will send gas prices soaring 'a lot higher,' analyst warns
Patrick de Haan notes 'all the ingredients' are present to spark $4 per gallon prices.
Megadrought: American West's dry spell worsens to levels not seen in over a millennia
The megadrought bedeviling the American West got even drier last year and is becoming the deepest dry spell in more than 1,200 years.
Koalas listed as endangered species in parts of Australia
Koalas inhabiting the states of New South Wales, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory will be listed as endangered, according to the Australian Government.
North Carolina beach house collapses into ocean as rising seas eat up shoreline
A five-bedroom beachfront home on Rodanthe, North Carolina, collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean this week amid worsening beach erosion.
Georgia Power plan confirms move from coal to renewables
Georgia Power Co. could shut down all but one of its coal-fired power plants by 2029 under a new plan filed Monday with the state Public Service Commission.
Winter Olympics: Games in Beijing first to ever use 100 percent fake snow
This year's Olympics games will be the first in history to rely on 100 percent artificial snow.
Hope floats: Western monarch butterfly count yields highest total in 5 years
Nearly 250,000 butterflies are still nowhere near the millions that once wintered across the West.
How warming affects Arctic sea ice, polar bears
As world leaders meet to try to ramp up efforts to curb climate change, the specter of polar bears looms over them.
What is a tsunami and what causes them?
All coastlines around the world are vulnerable to tsunamis, so it's important to know your community's hazard and evacuation plans in case they're needed.
Historical tsunamis that have struck around the world
Tsunamis have devastated countries around the world, costing countless lives and leaving behind millions of dollars in damage.
Tsunami preparedness: What to do in the event of an emergency
The Red Cross is offering tips for people who live in tsunami-hazard areas.
Waste in Sri Lanka landfill killing elephants, conservationists warn
Around 20 elephants have died over the last eight years after consuming plastic trash in the dump in Pallakkadu village in Ampara district.
Earth hits 6th hottest year on record in 2021, temperature reports say
Scientist say the hot year is part of a long-term warming trend that could accelerate.
Texas-based restoration project takes bite out of climate’s impacts on centuries-old cannons in Florida
The cast-iron cannons that once protected the nation’s oldest city from invasion now have a new claim on life, thanks to researchers at Texas A&M University.
Christmas tree pickup, recycling tips for after the holidays
The National Christmas Tree Association is offering tips on how to get rid of your real Christmas tree without burning it or throwing it in the trash.
France will require new car ads to promote walking, cycling
In 2022, new car ads in France will encourage greener alternatives like walking or cycling, while several fruits and vegetables will no longer be sold in plastic.
Drought-stricken Las Vegas may ban grass yards for new homes
Grassy yards would be banned at all new housing and commercial developments in the Las Vegas metro area as officials try to expand water use limitations and the region prepares for a hotter and drier future.
Biden raises standards on vehicle mileage to fight climate change
In a major step to fight climate change, the Biden administration is raising vehicle mileage standards to significantly reduce emissions of planet-warming greenhouse gases.