Recently, Microsoft teamed up to revive Three Mile Island's nuclear power, highlighting the importance of nuclear energy. But this move is more about fixing past mistakes than planning for a robust energy future. The real challenge lies in the ease of restarting old plants vs. building new ones. Mic
Next year, the Supreme Court will tackle a big question: can polluting industries pick and choose where to fight federal environmental rules? This is a long-standing issue, where groups try to file cases in courts they think will be friendlier. States often do this too, especially in Texas, to chall
In Oakland, California, fire crews made good progress against a wildfire that had forced over 500 people to evacuate. The blaze started on Friday and destroyed two homes, fanned by strong winds known as "Diablo winds. " Luckily, the weather turned calmer on Sunday, helping firefighters increase cont
Imagine the scene in Oakland, California, where a huge brush fire, called the Keller Fire, started on a Friday afternoon. The flames began in a home on Mountain Avenue and quickly spread to nearby Eucalyptus trees. The fire grew to cover 15 acres and damaged two homes, with many others at risk. Fir
In Oakland, California, a sudden fire swept through a hillside neighborhood on Friday, damaging at least seven homes and forcing over 500 people to flee. The blaze began near the 580 Freeway, causing massive traffic jams. Strong winds, up to 40 mph, fanned the flames and spread the fire rapidly, eve
Last week, nine monkeys in Hong Kong's oldest zoo passed away within two days due to an infection. The cause? A bacterial disease called melioidosis. This illness is spread through contaminated soil and water, and it's common in the region. Experts think the monkeys might have caught it from digging
A big change happened in California recently. A major utility company turned off the power in 12 counties due to strong winds that can cause wildfires. This wind, known as the "diablo wind," is really dry and hot, making it easy for fires to start. About 13,000 customers woke up without electricity
Did you know that millions of people lose power every year due to extreme weather events? This was the reality for Cary Kottler, a clean energy executive, when a historic cold snap hit Texas in 2021. The temperature in his house was barely above freezing, and sadly, his family’s goldfish didn’t surv
Amazon, the world's largest online retailer, has finally said goodbye to plastic air pillows in its packages. After years of pressure from environmental groups, the company announced last week that it's ditching plastic in favor of paper-based padding that's easier to recycle. This is a big deal bec
Many parents are worried about the planet their kids will inherit. A recent survey found that seven out of ten parents are concerned about the future environment. So, how are they dealing with this? Well, they’re teaching their kids to be eco-friendly at home. Four in ten parents make sustainability
