The U. S. government is considering significant changes to how it protects endangered and threatened species. These changes could make it harder to protect certain animals and plants. The current rules automatically protect species when they are listed as threatened. The new rules would require spec
In a recent discussion, EPA head Lee Zeldin shared insights on the Trump administration's environmental strategy. He claimed that within the first 300 days, the EPA has made significant changes. These changes aim to protect the environment while also boosting the economy. Zeldin argued that the Tru
South Africa, known for its strong voice in global environmental talks, is now facing a drop in influence. This comes after a political decision led to the removal of its environment minister, Dion George. The country, which houses some of the world's most endangered species, has scaled back its rol
The idea that the planet is on the brink of a climate disaster is making headlines again. This time, it's about hitting the 1. 5°C warming mark. But is this really a big deal? The United Nations Secretary General recently said that we can't stop 1. 5°C warming. He also warned about dangerous "tippi
People across the country, from different backgrounds and political views, agree on one thing: our public lands are precious and need protection. This was clear when millions of acres of public lands were almost sold off in a recent budget proposal. The public spoke up, and the sale was stopped. But
Alaska's Interior is facing a tough situation. The Central Yukon Resource Management Plan, finalized in 2024 after 12 years of hard work, is now under threat. This plan is crucial for managing 13. 3 million acres of public lands. It's not just about land; it's about food, culture, and the future of
In the early 1900s, a scientist named Trofim Lysenko had some odd ideas. He thought he could teach plants to grow in winter by soaking them in cold water. He also believed that if you treated crops right, they could thrive anywhere, even in places like Siberia. These ideas were not based on solid sc
The Trump administration has taken down a key federal website that housed important climate science reports. These reports, known as National Climate Assessments, were created to help people understand and prepare for climate change. Without this website, access to these crucial reports has become m
Carbon pricing is a big deal. It helps manage emissions and guides government policies. But predicting carbon prices is tricky. The prices change a lot and are influenced by many things. So, how can we make better predictions? There are different methods to break down carbon price data. But, these m
A recent Supreme Court ruling has made waves in the world of land development. The decision, which came down on a Thursday, is all about making it simpler to build large-scale projects. This includes things like railroads and other big infrastructure projects. The case in question, Seven County Infr
