Weather & Global Warming

Some people believe that the summer solstice is a time for renewal and awakening.

A program to relocate mountain goats from Olympic National Park appears doomed as the goat population largely died off during the project.

The Thwaites Glacier, known as the "Doomsday" glacier for the catastrophe it will unleash if it melts, has been melting since the 1940s.

Florida's coastal cities have been severely damaged by strong hurricanes, making Ocala an attractive option away from the storms.

Climate change has impacted the habitat of the critically endangered sawfish. Now they are dying at rapid rates, sparking emergency recovery plans.

Don't have time to get glasses before the eclipse? There are a few ways you can make homemade glasses to safely enjoy the celestial event.

Glasses for the next solar eclipse are selling out all over the internet. Here's where you can buy them, or even find them for free.

Gorilla hail is exactly what it sounds like: massive balls of hail. But thankfully, they aren't quite as large as gorillas.

Hurricanes are getting stronger thanks to climate change, and a study explains how the current hurricane category scale is not as effective.

Many factors affect how we interpret the color of the night sky from solid ground on Earth. Let's explore why tonight's moon looks the way it does.

Death Valley, in California's Mojave Desert, is home to the highest temperature recorded on planet Earth — and global warming is only making it hotter.

Antarctica's iceberg A23a is on the move after more than three decades of being stuck to the ocean floor. Here’s what this means.

Bioluminescent waves appeared in Southern California — here's what to know about dinoflagellate and how they make the ocean glow.

Is glacier water safe to drink? In some places, its advised not to drink any water without filtration or purification. Here's what you should know.

Learn why Arctic sea smoke occurred in Chicago in 2022. A phenomenon that requires frigid temperatures, this smoke is primarily a concern for ships.

Satellite images showing Antarctica from space are awe-inspiring. They also have a lot to teach us about what’s happening at the bottom of our planet.

In conversation with Green Matters, conservationist Dax Dasilva spoke about his Roots & Shoots collaboration with renowned ethologist Dr. Jane Goodall.

Tonight — Dec. 21, 2023 — marks the winter solstice, aka the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's everything you need to know.

Don't miss the best meteor shower of the year! The best time to watch the Geminid meteor shower is late at night — more details here.

Scientists are studying penguin skeletons to learn about the climate. Here's what this fascinating species says and why humans must listen up!

Shauna Pelley has documented the devastating destruction of her dream home caused by a flood from the Puyallup River. Here's what we know so far.

The Euphrates River drying up will be detrimental to cultures in multiple Middle Eastern countries.

Thanks to climate problems like drought and storms in Spain two years in a row, olive oil supplies are down and prices are up.

The quality and taste of beer is changing due to global warming's impact on the growing season for hops, the key ingredient to beer's taste.

Over 100 dolphins have been found dead in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest after extremely high temperatures. Thousands of fish have died as well.

Climate change is affecting water levels worldwide and impacting the flow of major rivers like the Jordan River. Here's a look into why water levels are so low.

The Nile River is drying up due to a number of factors, including climate change and overuse. Here's what that means on a global scale.

Bill Gates says planting trees isn't enough to solve the climate crisis. Why does he criticize tree-planting initiatives? Here's what you should know.

Claims are circulating that Microsoft founder Bill Gates supports chopping down 70 million acres of trees, but the truth is more complicated.

In a hurricane, you should only drive if absolutely necessary. A viral video shows how one man learned about hurricane driving dangers the hard way.

One unfortunate effect of global warming is that it can render pregnancy tests and birth control ineffective. Here's why that happens.

In a viral video, a woman's shoes are seen melting from extreme heat, one of the markers of climate change.

On July 24, 2023, the Manatee Bay, Florida Keys water temperature reached over 100 degrees. Scientists warn of continued mass coral bleaching.

You may know him as Iron Man, but Robert Downey Jr. is a real-life superhero, one who's tackling climate change via plant-based and technology-driven initiatives.

A woman shared a video of her dry lawn catching fire due to the Texas heat.

The so-called "flesh-eating" bacteria Vibrio vulnificus caused five deaths in Florida in 2023. Here's how to minimize your risk of this infection.

2023's Hurricane Hilary strengthened to a Category 4 Storm, but will it hit Southern California? Here's what to know.

On Aug. 9, 2023, deadly wildfires began to blaze in Maui, Hawaii. How did the wildfires start? Here's everything you need to know.

Trinity Lake water levels are of concern in 2023, much lower than Shasta Lake, also in California. Here's why it's been low and what might happen.

Climate change is making Arizona so hot that some people are even getting burns from the pavement. Let's look at the main reasons Arizona's temperatures are so devastating.