The seaweed Asparagopsis taxiformis is a game-changer for reducing methane emissions from cows. It's packed with bromoform, which helps cut down on the gas cows release. But there's a catch: we need more of this seaweed to make a real difference. To get more seaweed, scientists are studying how to grow it better. They looked at different temperatures, light cycles, ...
People around the world are making a lot of trash. Some of it is really dangerous. One type of trash that scares people the most is radioactive waste. Countries are planning to bury this waste deep underground in special places. This is a huge job that will take a lot of time, money, and smart people to do. But radioactive waste is not the only dangerous trash. Ther...
The world is getting hotter, and it's taking a toll on people's health. Over half a million people die each year due to extreme heat. To tackle this growing problem, a group of philanthropies has pledged $300 million for research and solutions. This funding, announced at the COP30 climate talks in Brazil, aims to address heat-related deaths, air pollution, and infect...
A wildfire, now known as the Pack fire, erupted near Crowley Lake in Mono County on a Thursday afternoon. It quickly grew to a massive 1, 000 acres, putting homes in the McGee Trailer Park at risk. The fire started near McGee Creek Road, just west of Highway 395, around 12:30 p. m. , as reported by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The fire ...
In a small Oklahoma city, a night of chaos unfolded when a tanker truck leaked dangerous ammonia gas. The incident forced hundreds to evacuate and sent dozens to the hospital. The truck, parked behind a hotel, started releasing the gas late Wednesday night. Emergency workers in gas masks went door-to-door, waking people up and telling them to leave. The gas caused b...
In a bold move, indigenous activists disrupted the UN climate conference in Brazil. They stormed the event to push for stronger measures to protect their lands and traditions. The protesters carried signs with messages like \"our forests are not for sale. \" These activists are from the Amazon Basin. They want governments to recognize their rights and use their anci...
Louisiana's infrastructure is in a tough spot. It's not just about the money, but also the age of the structures and the increasing number of extreme weather events. The American Society of Civil Engineers gave the state a "C-" overall, which is a slight improvement from the last report. But don't get too excited, because that still means things aren't keeping up wit...
The Gulf Stream, a major ocean current, is in serious trouble. Scientists have found that climate change is causing it to slow down. This current is part of a bigger system called the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). The AMOC acts like a giant conveyor belt, moving warm water from the tropics to the Northern Hemisphere. The problem starts with the...
In a dramatic turn of events, a brand new bridge in southwest China crumbled into the mountainside just a day after it was shut down. The Hongqi Bridge, which connects Sichuan and Tibet, had to be closed on Monday because of cracks spotted on nearby roads. But on Tuesday, a landslide struck, causing a huge chunk of the bridge to collapse. Luckily, no one was hurt. T...
The world is at a crossroads with climate change. Ten years after the Paris Agreement, the gap between what's needed and what's being done is huge. Private money is key, but businesses and investors are holding back. Why? Uncertainty and instability are big reasons. Markets need clear rules, focus areas, and ways to handle risks. But it's not just about money. The g...