Who Voted for and Against the Respect for Marriage Act? Here’s Who Supports Equality
The Respect for Marriage Act protects same-sex and interracial marriages. Though it passed, what was the vote count, and who voted for and against it?
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To Save Water, Nevada Bans “Nonfunctional Turf” — Here’s What That Means
To combat the ongoing drought in Nevada, the state has banned all "nonfunctional turf," as keeping it alive wastes noteworthy amounts of water.
Animal Activists Free 10,000 Minks From Fur Farm in Ohio — and Assert They Can Survive in the Wild
Animal activists, allegedly from Animal Liberation Front, just freed 10,000 minks from an Ohio fur farm.
Great Barrier Reef Coral Re-Spawns for the First Time in Captivity
For the first time, fragments of surviving coral from the Great Barrier Reef are spawning in captivity, amid Great Barrier Reef recovery efforts.
Tesla Accused of Subjecting Construction Workers to Exploitative Work Conditions
Construction workers building Tesla Gigafactory Texas have alleged various labor violations including unfair wages and hazardous conditions..
The Population Has Officially Hit 8 Billion. Here's How This Could Impact Climate Change
When did the population reach 8 billion?
Honeybees’ Lifespans Have Halved Since the 1970s, Even in Captivity
Honeybees live much shorter lives than they did in the 1970s — even in laboratories. Here's why.
New Zealand Looks to Lower Animal Farming Impact by Removing Methane From Cow Burps
New Zealand is looking to lower the impact of animal farming by taking the methane out of cow burps using vaccines, selective breeding, and genetically modified feed.
Mexico’s New Climate Goals Involve Doubling Its Renewable Energy Capacity
During COP27, Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard met with climate envoy John Kerry to discuss Mexico's renewable energy goals.
Are Steam Cars Dangerous? Jay Leno Is Recovering From Injuries Following Serious Accident
What is a steam car? Former 'Tonight Show' host, Jay Leno, is recovering from serious burns following an accident in one of his steam-powered vehicles.
Fact Check: Is Iran Really Sentencing 15,000 Protesters to Death?
This week, many celebrities and media organizations shared that Iran was sentencing 15,000 protesters to death. Is it true?
Al Gore Presents Climate TRACE's AI-Based Emissions Data on 70,000 Polluters at COP27
Climate TRACE, which Al Gore is a founding member of, has published new data identifying more than 70,000 polluting sites.
Who Founded Just Stop Oil, the Civil Resistance Climate Group Throwing Soup at Art?
Who owns Just Stop Oil, and what exactly is the climate activist group’s mission?
Climate Activists Barricade Airports in 13 Countries, Demanding Governments Ban Private Jets
Protests in over a dozen countries this week focused on asking world leaders to ban private jets.
Herschel Walker's Climate Policies: Are the Candidate's Controversial Remarks on Trees for Real?
What are Herschel Walker’s climate change policies like? And is he right about the world already having enough trees?
COP27 Is Serving Lab-Grown Meat — Though the Rest of the Menu Is Causing Controversy
Lab-grown meat is being served at COP27 for the first time, but the conference has been accused of greenwashing for serving animal products, too.
Where to Get Beyond Meat's Chicken Nuggets and Popcorn Chicken, to Fulfill Your Childhood Dreams
Whether you're vegan or if you simply prefer to eat plant-based every now and then, Beyond Meat's chicken nuggets are now available at select stores.
Though Its Population Is Small, Tuvalu Is Being Ravaged by Climate Change
Even though Tuvalu has one of the smallest populations worldwide, the tiny island is being ravaged by climate change.
The Monarch Butterfly Annual Migration Has Started — Where They Go, and How to Help Them
Monarch butterflies are on their annual migration from the U.S. to Mexico — but where do they go, why are they endangered, and how can we save them?
Al Gore Kicks Off COP27 — and So the Greenwashing From World Leaders Begins
Al Gore's COP27 opening remarks called out heads of state for their inaction on climate change.
EWG Detects "Forever Chemicals" in Pet Food Bags
A new report has detected PFAS in pet food bags, leaving pet parents concerned about how this may affect their dogs and cats.
Maryland School District to Receive a Massive E-Bus Fleet and E-Bus Charging Station
Shortly after it was announced that several school districts were receiving e-buses, a Maryland school is receiving a massive e-bus fleet and charging station.
Shooting Paintball Guns at Dutch Wolves Could Actually Protect Them, in the Long Run
Why are Dutch wolves being scared off with paintball guns? While it sounds counter-intuitive, it may ultimately protect the wolves from being culled.
How to Vote on the Environmental Bond Act Ballot Proposal in New York
The Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs, Environmental Bond Act will be a ballot proposal in New York this November.
'Potter' Fans Place Socks at Dobby's Gravesite — but They Put Wildlife at Risk
Dobby’s gravesite in Wales has gotten a bit out of hand, with Potterheads leaving socks at the grave — which officials are calling an environmental hazard.
Yes, There Are Glaciers in Africa — Though They May Soon Disappear
Are there glaciers in Africa? While the continent may be thought of as warm or tropical, it's actually been home to several glaciers, though they may soon disappear.
The Qatar World Cup Controversies, From the Environmental Impact to Anti-LGBTQ Laws (Exclusive)
The Qatar World Cup’s environmental impact and ethical issues presented by the country’s laws regarding homosexuality have made many reluctant to support the tournament.
To Evade Poachers, Rhinos May Be Evolving to Have Shorter Horns
Although rhinoceroses have lived with large horns for many years, scientists believe their horns may be shrinking to adapt to survive poachers.
On the Bright Side, Climate Change Is Creating More Rainbows
Even though climate change is making our planet uglier in every way possible, it could contribute to the appearance of more rainbows.
New Report Finds Startling Emissions Gaps Between Wealthy and Poor
The UN's Emissions Gap Report found that the chances of us staying on track to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement are pretty abysmal.
Los Angeles Can Expect More Floods in Coming Years, According to a New Report
Why are flash floods becoming more common in Los Angeles, Calif.? Even though the city faces ongoing droughts, aging infrastructure may cause problems.
Tropical Storm Lisa to Close Out the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Tropical Storm Lisa is closing out the 2022 hurricane season. After forming in the Caribbean Sea, it's expected to make a path through Central America.
From Drake to Leonardo DiCaprio, These Celebs Have Made Sustainable Investments (Updates)
Sustainable investing is becoming increasingly popular as we look for more ways to support the planet, and these celebrities have done their part.
A Shuttered St. Croix Oil Refinery Is Currently at Risk of Exploding
A St. Croix oil refinery, called Limetree Bay, closed in 2021. But chemical releases continued sickening locals, and it's now at risk of explosion.
Greta Thunberg Announces She Won’t Go to COP27 Due to Greenwashing
Greta Thunberg will not be at COP27 this year, as she believes the conference is greenwashing.
Leftist, Pro-Environment Candidate Lula Seeks to Unseat Bolsonaro as Brazil's Next President
With the 2022 Brazil election for president around the corner in the South American country, many are curious to learn more about Bolsonaro’s competitor, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Russian Missiles Severely Damage Ukraine Power System — but the War Is Enabling a Clean Energy Transition
Recently, Russia began sending missile strikes straight into Ukraine energy infrastructure, destroying grids and causing power outages.
While Animal Abuse Plagues the Meat Industry, It’s Rampant in the Pork Industry
While animal abuse is a major problem in the meat and livestock industry, it's particularly prevalent in the pork industry.
Kamala Harris Introduces Over 2,000 Electric School Buses to Public Schools Nationwide
Kamala Harris announced on Oct. 26 that the Biden administration is allocating money for more than 2,000 electric school buses nationwide.
Are Emperor Penguins Endangered? The Species Is Now Protected by the ESA
Are Emperor penguins endangered? The species is now protected by the Endangered Species Act, according to an announcement made earlier this week.
Where Does Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Stand on Climate Change?
What are Rishi Sunak’s climate change policies? Here's how he compares to Liz Truss.
Climate Change Takes a Nasty Toll on Bird Migration, Studies Show
How does climate change affect bird migration? There are several factors that impact bird migration, amid the ongoing climate crisis.
India’s First Solar-Powered Village Provides Thousands of Residents With Renewable Energy
While U.S. policymakers struggle to transition communities to renewable energy, the Indian village of Modhera is now entirely solar-powered.
Step Outside to Catch the Partial Solar Eclipse
Take a moment to look up at the sky today — depending on where you are, you may be able to catch a look at the 2022 partial solar eclipse.
Only 4.7 Percent of Plastic Was Recycled in the U.S. in 2021, Greenpeace Report Finds
Does plastic get recycled? A Greenpeace report found that 2021 recycling rates in the U.S. were abysmal.
Kalamazoo River Wastewater Leak Results in a No-Contact Order for Michigan Residents
A no-contact order was issued to Kalamazoo, Mich. residents after 2,000 gallons of waste leaked into the body of water.
New Jersey’s Climate Change Lawsuit Presses Charges Against Major Oil Companies
The state of New Jersey is now pressing charges against five major oil companies, for failing to warn the public about the effects of climate change.
Fracking Caused Daily Earthquakes at U.K. Excavation Site, New Data Shows
After being relegalized in the U.K., new data shows fracking triggered daily earthquakes at excavation sites in 2018 and 2019.
Knuckle Bump Farms' Emmanuel the Emu Has Contracted Avian Flu — What We Know
Emmanuel the emu is the avian flu’s latest victim. Here are the latest updates.
Alaska’s Snow Crab Populations Diminished By Almost 88 Percent In Just Three Years
Why have snow crab been missing from Alaskan waters? Experts suspect populations have diminished thanks to to overfishing and climate change.