Major Oil Spill in Central African Country of Gabon Averted After 300,000 Barrels Leaked
Although 300,000 barrels of oil leaked at a major plant in Gabon, it appears that one of the worst possible oil spills in history was averted.
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Carbon Dioxide Removal Process Sucks Greenhouse Gas Emissions From the Atmosphere
What is carbon dioxide removal? The process, also known as carbon vacuuming, essentially sucks greenhouse gas emissions from the air.U.K. Water Companies Discharged Scary Amounts of Raw Sewage Into Water in 2021
Raw sewage was released into English bathing waters about 25,000 times in 2021 alone. In fact, the situation is so bad that someone actually created a sewage discharge map of the U.K.Sea Turtle Nesting Season Is Upon Us — Here’s What You Should Know
Right now happens to be nesting season for sea turtles in the Carolinas and in Florida — here's what you should know aboutAn Electric Car Doesn't Have to Come With a Huge Price Tag — Here Are the Best Affordable Options
Are you looking to upgrade to an electric vehicle? There are more affordable options than you might realize. Here are some of the best from 2022.A Colorado Prison Inmate Contracts First U.S. Case of H5N1 Bird Flu
A Colorado human has tested positive for avian flu, marking the first known case in the U.S.Five Vermont Deer Hunters Are Facing Serious Poaching Fines
Although many think of exotic animals when it comes to poaching, a group of five hunters in Vermont are facing major poaching fines for several violations.Is Net Zero the Same as Carbon Neutral? Let's Discuss Their Differences and Why They Matter
Terms such as "net zero" and "carbon neutral" have been thrown around in discussions of the climate crisis, but do they hold the same meaning? Here's the scoop.One-Fifth of Reptiles Could Go Extinct Thanks to Climate Change, New Research Says
Are reptiles about to go extinct? New research says that one fifth of species worldwide could face extinction, with the ongoing climate crisis.Here’s How Noise Pollution Affects the Environment
Although noise pollution doesn't involve actual pollutants, its environmental impact is shockingly high.Major Water Shortage Established in Southern California
Residents in certain Southern California communities are being subjected to major water restrictions amid the ongoing droughts.RIP, Incandescents — New Dept. of Energy Rule Will Ban Inefficient Light Bulbs
Biden’s Department of Energy has just essentially announced a ban on incandescent light bulbs.'Youth v Gov' Documentary, About Youth-Led Climate Lawsuit, Is Coming to Netflix
The newest documentary coming to Netflix is 'Youth v Gov,' about the 'Juliana v. The United States of America' lawsuit and the youth involved in it.Avian Flu Outbreak Has Affected 33 Million Farmed Birds in 2022
Here's what farmers need to do to prevent the bird flu outbreak from getting worse.Sumatran Tigers: How Many Are Left, Why They’re Endangered, and More
How many Sumatran tigers are left in the world? Three of the highly endangered animals were recently killed in animal traps.Climate Activist Wynn Alan Bruce Has Died After Protesting Outside the Supreme Court
Climate activist Wynn Alan Bruce self-immolated outside of the Supreme Court, and unfortunately has died, in protest of the ongoing climate crisis.The IPCC Climate Change Report Sheds Light on How Wind Patterns Could Change Drastically
In 2021, the IPCC published a climate change report documenting the ways wind patterns will change for the worse. Here's what you need to know.How 22-Year-Old Climate Activist Maya Penn Stays Motivated Amidst Eco-Anxiety (Exclusive)
If you are looking for some inspiration and motivation within the climate movement, look no further than Maya Penn.Devishi Jha, Harvard Student and Sustainability Entrepreneur, Shares Her Climate Activism Advice (Exclusive)
We spoke with sustainability entrepreneur and Harvard student Devishi Jha about climate activism, ethical business, and more, in honor of Earth Day.Kinari Webb of Health in Harmony Talks Saving the Rainforest and Earth Day Plans (Exclusive)
We spoke with Kinari Webb of Health in Harmony, a nonprofit organization that dedicates money and time to protecting our planet's rainforests.Climate Scientist Asks Twitter Users to Describe the Climate Crisis in One Word
NASA Climate Scientist, Peter Kalmus, polled Twitter users on what one word they would use to describe the ongoing climate crisis.Greenhouse Gases Are Making the Night Sky Less Dark, Study Shows
Why is the night sky becoming less dark? This is partially due to light pollution, but it's also due to greenhouse gases, Hawaiian experts say.Cindy Villaseñor of @Cerowastecindy on Her Sustainability Journey (Exclusive)
We caught up with Cindy Villaseñor, the creator behind @cerowastecindy, who told us about her sustainability journey, which is a work in progress.How TikTok's @SustainableCherub Went From Shopping Addict to Sustainable Fashion Educator (Exclusive)
Sustainable fashion educator Taylor Bright, aka @sustainablecherub on TikTok, shares her sustainability journey with us in honor of Earth Day.Biden Controversially Invests $6 Billion to Keep Nuclear Power Plants Open
The Biden administration has just allocated $6 billion to save nuclear power plants nationwide, touting it as a green energy alternative.A Lifelong Soybean Farmer Shares Sustainable Farming Techniques For Earth Day (Exclusive)
We spoke with soybean farmer and agtech professional, Tony Mellenthin, about sustainable farming techniques, and his upcoming plans for Earth Day.Lisa Apfelberg of Jewish Veg on the Intersections Between Judaism, Environmentalism, and "Ethical Eating" (Exclusive)
Jewish Veg aims to bring the Jewish and vegan communities together, director Lisa Apfelberg tells us exclusively.Cooking Is More Pollutive Than We Thought — Here’s Why
What is the environmental impact of cooking? Depending on how you're cooking your food, you may be releasing aerosols into the atmosphere.Before You Toss Your Mask, Here's How to Properly Dispose of PPE
Are face masks recyclable? During the pandemic, you've likely stocked up on copious amounts of PPE — so properly disposing of them is crucial.12-Year-Old CEO Ryan Hickman Has Recycled 1.6 Million Bottles (Exclusive)
Ryan Hickman, CEO of Ryan's Recycling, shares his environmentalist journey with us in honor of Earth Day.Creator of Three Trees Almond Milk Shares Her Wisdom and Earth Day Plans (Exclusive)
We caught up with Jenny Eu, the entrepreneur behind popular almond milk company, Three Trees. She shed some light on her sustainability journey.Tunisia Oil Tanker Sinks With 1,000 Tons of Fuel on Board
An oil tanker in Tunisia sank about 7 miles off the coast, while carrying about 1,000 tons of oil — here's what's happening.Earth Day Poster Ideas for Any Upcoming Celebrations
Celebrating Earth Day isn't exclusive to April 22, so here are a few poster ideas for your next classroom lesson or environmental protest.Sophia Bush Shares Activism Advice for Earth Day: “Remember the Power of Your Voice” (Exclusive)
We recently chatted with Sophia Bush in honor of Earth Day, and the actress and activist shared her advice for activism, sustainable living tips, and more.Floods in South Africa Have Resulted in Numerous Deaths Across a Major Coastal City
South Africa has been inundated with massive floods which have resulted in widespread damage, as well as numerous deaths across the country.Earth Day 2022 Events That You Can Attend Around the World
Every April, Earth Day is celebrated all month long. But people around the world are taking part. Here are events you can attend across the globe.The 2022 Pink Moon Will Ignite Your Inner Celestial Spirit
When will the 2022 pink moon appear? In April, astronomy nerds will have a field day with a full moon that resembles the start of spring weather.Plant-Based Passover Recipes + Tips for a Vegan Seder Plate
Keep your Passover eco-friendly by making these vegan dishes.
5 Tips for Keeping Your Passover Seder Eco-Friendly
Are you up for the challenge of a zero-waste Seder?Obama Channels David Attenborough in Netflix's 'Our Great National Parks'
Barack Obama serves as the narrator for a new documentary series on Netflix, 'Our Great National Parks,' which debuted on April 13, 2022.The Ivory-Billed Woodpecker Was Thought to Be Extinct — Though It Seems That Isn’t the Case
Although the ivory-billed woodpecker was thought to be extinct in 1944, it seems as though the bird was discovered in Louisiana forests recently.What to Know About the East African Pipeline Controversy
What is the East African Pipeline? Although it hasn't started operating yet, the longest heated pipeline will wreak environmental havoc in Uganda.Your Chances of Spotting the Northern Lights in the Next Three Years Are Increasing
Why are the Northern Lights becoming more visible? The aurora borealis were once only visible in the north, but they are spreading to wider skies.Water in Chile Is Officially Being Rationed After a 13-Year Drought
After a 13 year drought, Chile is rationing its water for the capital city of Santiago, which is inhabited by approximately 6 million residents.The Tegu Lizard, an Invasive Florida Species, Has Made Its Way to Georgia
An invasive species known as the tegu lizard was initially only found in Florida, though now, they've spread reportedly across Georgia state lines.Who Is Peter Kalmus? The NASA Climate Scientist's Emotional Speech Has Gone Viral
Peter Kalmus, a NASA climate scientist, was arrested for leading a protest against Chase Bank and fossil fuels.The Next Total Solar Eclipse Will Be Even Better Than the Last One
When the next total solar eclipse? Here are all the details to help you start planning for the upcoming celestial event.A Piece of Space Junk Crashed Into the Moon, Forming a New Crater
A dead rocket booster crashed into the moon, proving just how seriously we need to start taking space junk.2022's Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen Lists Are Here, With Bad News for Strawberry Lovers
The 2022 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen are here to advise shoppers on which fruits and vegetables they should buy organic.Billionaire Bill Gates Has Been Invested in Climate Change Research for Many Years Now — Details
American businessman Bill Gates is best known as the founder of Microsoft, but what are his thoughts on climate change? Here's the scoop on his beliefs.
