In North Carolina, the Endangered Species Act (ESA) has been a double-edged sword. On one hand, it has helped some species, like the bald eagle and the loggerhead sea turtle, bounce back from the brink. On the other hand, it has also faced criticism for slowing down development and adding extra cost
Factories are big polluters, and their emissions don't just hurt the planet. They can make people sick, too. Workers, neighbors, and even the business itself can suffer from the fallout. So, what's the deal with factory air pollution, and what can be done about it? First off, factories release a mi
California is stepping up its game in tackling environmental issues. A new role has been created to make sure science plays a big part in decision-making. Dr. Andrew D. Jones has been appointed as the first Science Advisor to the California Natural Resources Secretary. This is all part of a new prog
Dr. Toby Kiers, a leading evolutionary biologist, has been awarded the prestigious Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. This honor is often called the "Nobel Prize for the Environment. " At the same time, her non-profit organization, SPUN, is launching a new project called "Underground Advocat
In a surprising move, the U. S. Justice Department has taken legal action against California's recent law aimed at protecting communities from oil and gas drilling. This law, which started in 2024, requires new oil wells to be at least 3, 200 feet away from schools, homes, and hospitals. The Justice
A new surf spot is coming to Washington County, Utah. It's called Zion Shores. This place will have man-made waves, just like the ocean. The waves will be perfect every time. No waiting for the right wave. No guessing. Just perfect waves. But there's a problem. Utah is dry. Very dry. Water is preci
A husband-wife duo from Berkeley is blending art and science in a fresh way. Tiffany Shlain and Ken Goldberg, both artists in their own right, have teamed up for a new project. Their work, "Ancient Wisdom for a Future Ecology: Trees, Time and Technology, " is set to hit San Francisco soon. This isn
Obesity is a big problem. It's getting worse and hurting people's hearts. But there's good news. Moving more can help, no matter how old you are. First, let's talk about kids and teens. They spend a lot of time sitting around. Schools and neighborhoods should make it easier for them to run, play, a
A federal judge has put a stop to President Trump's recent attempt to block wind energy projects. Judge Royce Lamberth, appointed by Reagan, ruled that work can continue on the Revolution Wind project. This project is set to provide power to Rhode Island and Connecticut and is almost finished. The
PFAS, or "forever chemicals, " are a serious problem for pregnant women and their unborn babies. These chemicals can cause low birth weight, premature births, and even infant deaths. They stick around in our bodies and the environment forever. You can find them in drinking water, fish, soil, and eve
